Pete Hegseth's visit comes amid tensions over President Trump鈥檚 assertions that the U.S. is being overcharged to use the Panama Canal and that China has influence over its operations.
April 8, 2025Trucking 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.
Keystone Oil Pipeline Is Shut After a Spill in North Dakota
South Bow鈥檚 Keystone oil pipeline has been shut after a spill in southeast North Dakota, according to an official with the state Department of Environmental Quality.
April 8, 2025House Unveils Bathroom Access Bill for Truck Drivers
A bill that would guarantee truckers on their routes have access to restrooms was recently introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives.
April 7, 2025N.Y. Invests $47.4 Million in Three Aging Interstate Bridges
Three bridge construction projects in New York worth $47.4 million were recently announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul, with each meant to address aging infrastructure on transportation routes.
April 7, 2025DOT Seeks Input on Cutting Transportation Regulations
President Donald Trump鈥檚 orders since he took office have set goals for agencies to cut regulations where possible. DOT is asking for input from truckers, trade organizations and small businesses.
April 7, 2025Why Fleets Are Turning to Mobile Truck Repairs
Mobile maintenance companies schedule service around a fleet鈥檚 hours of operation, as much as possible. The service is designed to eliminate as much downtime as possible.
April 4, 2025Duffy Signs Unfinished Grant to Replace Rhode Island Span
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced a $220.9 million federal grant to Rhode Island to replace the Washington Bridge in Providence has been formalized.
April 3, 2025Supreme Court Sides With Truck Driver in CBD Oil Case
The Supreme Court ruled in favor of a truck driver who tested positive for marijuana and was fired from his job after he used what he argued was a mislabeled CBD oil product.
April 3, 2025NHTSA Denies Side Underride Guard Petition From Nonprofit
NHTSA denied a request seeking an investigation into whether side underride guards on trailers could reduce the severity of vehicle collisions with tractor-trailers.
April 2, 2025Wyoming to Ease Permitting Process for Commercial Loads
Wyoming Gov. Mark Gordon has enacted two laws taking effect July 1 that will offer more options for commercial load permits and impose tougher restrictions on commercial drivers.
April 1, 2025