Gov. Roy Cooper signed an executive order positioning North Carolina to be a national leader in making and using zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles.
November 10, 2022Trucking 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.
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp Extends Gas Tax Holiday
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp signed two executive orders Nov. 4 to extend the supply chain emergency status and temporarily suspend state diesel and gas taxes through Dec. 11.
November 10, 2022Report Says DOT 鈥楳anagement Challenges鈥 Include Reducing Highway Fatalities
A new Department of Transportation inspector general report concluded that DOT鈥檚 key 2023 鈥渕anagement challenges鈥 range from reducing highway fatalities to successfully implementing the variety of Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act programs.
November 10, 2022USDOT, White House Promote Infrastructure Workforce
The Biden administration recently launched initiatives designed to connect individuals with careers associated with infrastructure.
November 10, 2022Ohio Answers Some Parking Needs by Converting Weigh Stations
To address a shortage of spaces, Ohio is converting more than a dozen weigh stations into truck parking lots and modernizing rest areas.
November 8, 2022DTNA Looks at Potential 218,000 Trucks in Recall
Daimler Truck North America announced a recall of potentially 218,147 units including certain new Cascadia, Western Star and Business Class M2 models equipped with painted modulator valves and adaptive cruise control technology and related anomalies with braking.
November 8, 2022Real-World Testing of Autonomous Trucks Ramps Up
Over the past year, the autonomous trucking sector has accelerated efforts to test its technology in real-world applications.
November 8, 2022Commenters Favor Electronic Hazmat Documents
There appears to be significant support from hazardous materials carriers, inspectors and first responders for regulators to continue the transition from paper shipping and other hazmat documents to an electronic alternative.
November 7, 2022South Florida Now in Forecast Cone for Potential Hurricane Nicole
South Florida is now in the forecast cone for Subtropical Storm Nicole, which is forecast to be near hurricane strength, or possibly a hurricane, by midweek, according to the National Hurricane Center鈥檚 latest advisory.
November 7, 2022Chinese EV Startup Monitors Drivers鈥 Vital Signs
A new Chinese electric vehicle startup, BeyonCa, is touting its ability to monitor drivers鈥 health for serious incidents like a heart attack to help stand out in an increasingly crowded market.
November 4, 2022Trending
Newsletter Signup
Subscribe to Transport Topics
