Iran has effectively stopped cargo traffic in the Strait of Hormuz聽through which about a fifth of all oil is shipped. It has also聽targeted oil fields and refineries聽in Gulf Arab nations.
March 11, 2026Trucking Industry Safety News
Transportation businesses face a host of dynamic risk issues that can significantly impact their financial and operational health. The news in this category focuses on the latest safety and security initiatives, resources and regulations and addresses topics that include fleet safety, claims administration, driver hiring and retention, risk management and compliance.
ATA Backs Expansion of Pell Aid to Short鈥慣erm Job Courses
Under the rule, eligible students could use Pell Grants for courses lasting eight to 15 weeks 鈥 a change sought by ATA, which pointed to CDL training and diesel technician instruction.
March 10, 2026ATA鈥檚 Women In Motion Urges Federal Push on Truck Parking
With federal highway programs expiring Sept. 30, ATA's Women In Motion Council is pressing lawmakers to prioritize truck parking in the next surface transportation reauthorization.
March 10, 2026Truck Makers Debut Exterior Safety Camera Expansions
Truck makers are zeroing in on adding 360-degree exterior camera systems as a safety feature ahead of the peak construction season in North America.
March 10, 2026White House Says It Fired NTSB Member Over Misconduct
President Donald Trump's administration聽said March 9 that it believes the firing is justified. Todd Inman said, 鈥淚 look forward to defending my reputation through all legal means possible.鈥
March 10, 2026Samsara Expands AI Driver Coaching Features
The new features extend the capabilities of Samsara Coach, a driver coaching experience that uses real-time AI voice agents and customizable avatars to deliver personalized guidance.
March 10, 2026NMFTA Launches Freight Fraud Prevention Hub
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association on March 5 launched an online platform aimed at bringing resources together to fight cargo theft.
March 9, 2026Anthropic Sues Pentagon Over Supply Chain Risk Label
Anthropic is challenging a decision by the Defense Department to shift its AI work to other providers, based on a聽risk designation聽typically reserved for companies from countries the U.S. views as adversaries.聽
March 9, 2026Airport Lines Worsen as TSA Agents Miss First Full Paycheck
Airports have warned travelers that they should expect longer lines and to arrive early for their flights, as a partial government shutdown impacting DHS enters its fourth week.聽
March 9, 2026Uber's Women-Only Option Goes Nationwide in US
The new feature is being rolled out nationwide despite an聽ongoing class-action lawsuit聽against the policy in California, filed by Uber drivers who argue that it is discriminatory against men.
March 9, 2026