Congressional Democrats on the transportation committees are pressing for approval of rail safety legislation after an investigation of a high-profile freight train derailment in Ohio.
June 27, 2024Trucking 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.
Vinn White Named FMCSA’s New Acting Leader
Vinn White, who already leads the Department of Transportation’s artificial intelligence effort, has been named acting leader of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
June 26, 2024NTSB Chair Says Norfolk Southern Botched Vent-and-Burn Call
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio — The head of the National Transportation Safety Board said Norfolk Southern tried to interfere with the agency’s investigation into the East Palestine derailment.
June 26, 2024GM Hires CEO Whitten for Troubled Cruise Robotaxi Service
General Motors on June 25 named a veteran technology executive with roots in the video game industry to steer its troubled robotaxi service Cruise.
June 25, 2024Senators Introduce Anti-Trafficking Bill
Legislation designed to enhance the federal government’s efforts to combat human trafficking was recently introduced in the Senate.
June 25, 2024Elevating Truck Safety: The Rise of ADAS Technology
Prioritizing safety is an integral characteristic of the most successful fleets and ADAS technology is at the forefront of modern safety strategies. Jeff Loftus, FMCSA Technology Division Chief, joins TT's Seth Clevenger to discuss the current outlook on ADAS technology and his plans for phase 2 of the TechCelerate Now program.Â
June 25, 2024Trackside Sensor Didn’t Catch Burning Rail Bearing in Ohio
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio — The NTSB confirmed that a trackside detector failed to detect accurate elevated temperatures in a railcar bearing that was on fire 20 miles away from where it derailed.Â
June 25, 2024Conn. Project to Revamp Congested Interchange Gains Traction
The second phase of a $500 million reconfiguration of interstates 91 and 691 in Connecticut commenced on a congested freight route two hours from Boston and New York.
June 25, 2024Tesla Recalls Cybertrucks Twice in One Day
Tesla Inc. is recalling its Cybertruck model again over faulty windshield-wiper components and trim pieces that may come loose while driving.
June 25, 2024Ford Recalls Over Half a Million 2014 F-150 Pickup Trucks
NEW YORK — Ford Motor Co. on June 25 issued a recall for over half a million F-150 pickup trucks from the year 2014.
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