California Nears Ban on Driverless Trucks Amid Regulatory Concerns
The California Senate Transportation Committee approved Assembly Bill 316, aiming to ban driverless trucks in the state, even for testing purposes.
Fire Continues to Blaze on Car-Carrying Cargo Ship Near Dutch Bird Sanctuary
A cargo ship carrying cars remains ablaze near a Dutch bird habitat, and firefighters and salvage crews are waiting for the flames to subside before attempting to board the vessel.
American Teens are Hitting the Road Less
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.
Industry Bodies Clash Over Costs and Effectiveness of Truck Underride Guards
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) proposal for side underride guards on newly built large trucks has led to opposing views from prominent industry bodies.
Automatic emergency braking systems are becoming more common
The development and implementation of autonomous vehicles (AVs) have raised questions about their safety and reliability.
Embracing the 'Costco Model' for Improved Value and Quality of Health Care
The healthcare supply chain's vast array of product options is becoming a challenge for health systems, driving up costs and reducing economies of scale.
Biden Administration's New Merger Guidelines Criticized as a 'War on Business’
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers criticized the US government's new rules on mergers and acquisitions, calling it a "war on business."
California Faces Challenges in Allowing Autonomous Truck Testing Without Drivers
Assembly Bill 316 has been introduced to enable autonomous truck testing in California, but the prospects remain bleak due to opposition from the Teamsters Union and concerns about safety and job displacement.
Trucking Advocates Warn of Double Brokering Schemes as Fraud Cases Soar, DAT Blocks Thousands of Accounts
Trucking advocates are raising concerns about double brokering schemes, where carriers accept a load but then secretly broker it to another carrier without the shipper's knowledge.
Many Drivers Opt to Stay on the Road Due to Enjoyment and Financial Reasons
A recent survey by Truckers News and Commercial Carrier Journal found that many truck drivers have no plans to retire.
Possibility of UPS Strike Triggers Changes in Logistics Sector as Negotiations Continue
As negotiations between UPS and the Teamsters Union continue, the possibility of a strike is already having an impact on the logistics sector.
U.S. Workplace Safety Regulator Implements Rule Requiring Electronic Reporting of Worker Injuries
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has finalized a rule that mandates employers in “high-hazard” industries to electronically submit detailed data on worker injuries.
UPS Negotiations Resume as Shippers Hope for Resolution on Part-Time Employee Pay Issue
Negotiations between UPS and the Teamsters Union have resumed after a pause, bringing hope to UPS shippers.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen Highlights the Importance of Strengthening Ties with Vietnam
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen emphasized the importance of strengthening economic and security ties with Vietnam during her visit to the country, as part of the United States' efforts to build relationships in Asia.
NTSB Investigates Fatal Bus Collision with Parked Trucks on Ramp
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating a tragic bus collision with three parked tractor-trailers on an exit ramp near Highland, Illinois.
Union Pacific Railroad to Test Conductors in Trucks as it Renews Push for 1-Person Crews
Union Pacific (UP) is set to resume its efforts to implement one-person train crews by conducting a pilot program in Nebraska and Colorado.
US Xpress Executives Assume New Positions within Knight-Swift
US Xpress executives have assumed new roles within Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings after the acquisition.
New Approach Emerges in the Speed Limiter Debate
The House Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Subcommittee has advanced an appropriations bill that includes a provision to prevent the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) from using funding for its speed limiter rule-making.
OSHA Increases Focus on Warehouse and Distribution Center Safety
OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, has launched a national emphasis program aimed at reducing workplace hazards in warehouses, distribution centers, and similar facilities.
Old Drive-In Theaters Transformed into Truck Parking Solutions
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.