State Attorneys General Engage in Debates over Ticket Camera Use and Automated Enforcement
📸 State Attorneys General Engage in Debates over Ticket Camera Use and Automated Enforcement.
State lawmakers across the United States are considering legislation on the use of ticket cameras and automated enforcement systems in response to federal guidance authorizing investment in roadway safety programs. Republican and Democratic attorneys general present differing views on the implementation of these technologies, with Republicans expressing concerns about their impact on the economy and energy security, while Democrats advocate for stricter enforcement to enhance road safety. The ongoing debates involve various states, including Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Oregon, Pennsylvania, and Washington.
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is requesting lease agreements from truck drivers, especially if they suspect predatory or fraudulent terms.
As inflation drives up wages and a sluggish freight market affects rates, recruiting strategies for truck drivers must focus on competitive pay.
American teens are increasingly delaying getting their driver's licenses, with the share of teenagers aged 16-19 with licenses declining from 64% in 1995 to around 40% in 2021.
A recent survey by Truckers News and Commercial Carrier Journal found that many truck drivers have no plans to retire.
The trucking industry is grappling with a shortage of technicians, and traditional approaches to recruitment and retention have yielded limited results.
Frank Sonzala, a veteran in the trucking and transportation industry, is spearheading a business plan to address the pressing issue of the nationwide truck parking shortage.
Arizona recently implemented a new law that requires vehicle weight-restriction signs on state highways to be designed by the state transportation department for enforcement.
The Women In Trucking Association 2023 Index reveals that while women continue to make inroads in trucking and transportation, they still represent a low percentage of professional truck drivers and technicians.
OOIDA President Todd Spencer provides insight into the alleged driver shortage in the trucking industry, attributing it to the inability of large fleets to retain drivers rather than a true shortage.
State lawmakers across the United States are considering legislation on the use of ticket cameras and automated enforcement systems in response to federal guidance authorizing investment in roadway safety programs.
The trucking industry is facing a significant driver shortage, leading to increased costs, longer delivery times, and reduced productivity.
In July 2021, the American Trucking Association (ATA) warned of a severe truck driver shortage, while the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) and Land Line Magazine disputed this narrative.
A recent survey conducted by Cover Whale and The Trucker Media Group shows that truck drivers frequently encounter unsafe driving behaviors on the road.
U.S. consumers have shown increasing interest and concerns about electric vehicles (EVs), according to a survey by Ernst & Young (EY).
The overall positivity rate for drug tests in the U.S. workforce has reached a 20-year high due to the legalization of recreational marijuana in some states, according to Quest Diagnostics.
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has called on President Joe Biden to find a new nominee to lead the U.S. Department of Labor.
U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg has pledged to assist in the rapid repair of a section of Interstate 95 (I-95) on the East Coast, following its collapse in Philadelphia.
During a meeting of the Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee, Todd Spencer, President of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), urged the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to assess the effectiveness of existing safety regulations.
The lack of seat belt use among truck drivers is a growing concern for federal regulators, evident from the recent fatality data.
Ticket camera regulations are currently a hot topic in 11 statehouses across the United States.
Truck parking scarcity remains a major concern in the transportation industry, with insufficient parking spaces available for drivers to comply with mandatory rest breaks.
According to ACT, the shedding of excess capacity in the trucking industry may result in a shortage of available drivers, potentially causing a driver shortage late this year or in the near future.
If you're a truck owner or planning to buy one, it's important to decide what kind of freight you'll haul and in which areas you want to run, as it can impact the success of your trucking business.
A plan to increase the weight limits on Georgia state highways has been a hot topic in the state's Senate Transportation Committee.
This new bill could end the federal excise tax on heavy trucks for good.
The issue of truck parking shortages is not widely discussed in the media or public discourse, so many Americans simply may not be aware of it.
Truckers, like many people, can suffer from drowsy driving during daylight savings time due to the shift in time, which can disrupt their sleep schedule and circadian rhythm.
Marijuana use can impair judgment, coordination, and reaction time, which can increase the risk of accidents and injuries.
The DRIVE Safe Coalition leaders celebrate the passing of the fiscal year 2024 transportation funding bill, which includes a provision advocated by the American Trucking Associations (ATA) and International Foodservice Distributors Association (IFDA) to revive the Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program.