Trucking Industry Safety News

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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.

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Duffy Raises DEI Contract, Cost Concerns for Baltimore Bridge

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is raising concerns about Maryland鈥檚 oversight in replacing the Francis Scott Key Bridge and increasing costs for the federally funded project.

September 22, 2025
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Senate Confirms Sean McMaster to Lead FHWA

The Senate also confirmed Jonathan Morrison to lead the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Paul Roberti at the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration.

September 19, 2025
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Outpost Doubles Its Funding to Expand Parking, Terminals

Outpost鈥檚 parking and terminal network currently comprises 25 facilities that聽offer parking, office space, crossdocking, maintenance facilities and warehouse space.

September 18, 2025
GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafety

Overhaul Helps Recover $1.4 Million in Stolen Electronics

Cargo protection company Overhaul facilitated the recovery of $1.4 million in stolen electronics in an incident that points to the growth of more sophisticated criminal networks.

September 18, 2025
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Tesla Eyes Safer Door Handle Design Amid NHTSA Scrutiny

Franz von Holzhausen, Tesla鈥檚 longtime design chief, said the company is looking to combine the electronic and manual door-release mechanisms, which are currently in separate locations.

September 17, 2025
BusinessTechnologySafety

Lyft to Test Feature Showing Rider Tips and Timeliness

Lyft is testing the feature with a limited number of drivers, and it will gather data and community feedback before deciding on a broader roll-out.

September 17, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

FedEx Freight鈥檚 Sloan Wins TMCSuperTech Grand Champion Crown

FedEx Freight technicians claim the top two spots as well as the team title at the 2025 TMCSuperTech National Skills Competition.

September 17, 2025
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DOT Pilot Programs to Explore HOS Rest-Break Flexibility

The Split Duty Period and Flexible Sleeper Berth pilot programs were included in the Department of Transportation's so-called Pro-Trucker Package.

September 17, 2025
GovernmentEquipmentSafety

Lawmakers Introduce Catalytic Converter Theft Bill

A bill aimed at mitigating thefts of automotive catalytic converters by making the components more traceable was recently introduced in the House of Representatives.

September 16, 2025
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Jaguar Land Rover Cyberattack Ripples Through Suppliers

The cyberattack that brought Jaguar Land Rover Automotive factories to a standstill is affecting suppliers, with some parts makers forced to pause or scale back their own production.

September 16, 2025