Trucking 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.
Biden Races to Get Out Infrastructure Spending
Biden administration officials hope that projects funded under the $1 trillion infrastructure law and $375 billion climate law will endure beyond the president's term.
November 15, 2024Homeland Security Department Releases AI Framework
WASHINGTON — The Biden administration released guidelines for using artificial intelligence in the power grid, water system, air travel network and other critical infrastructure.
Ford Hit With $165 Million Penalty on Recall Failure
Ford Motor Co. agreed to a $165 million civil penalty to settle allegations the company failed to recall cars with defective rearview cameras in a timely manner.
Transportation Nominees on Senate’s Radar
With members of Congress back in Washington after the elections, their lame-duck session in the Senate includes consideration of high-profile nominees.
Tesla Recalls Cybertrucks a Sixth Time in Year Since Launch
Tesla recalled the Cybertruck a sixth time since the electric pickup launched a year ago, this time over an issue that could lead drivers to lose propulsion and have to pull over.
FHWA Updates Work Zone Safety Regs for First Time in 20 Years
The Federal Highway Administration on Nov. 1 updated its regulation for work zone safety for the first time in 20 years.
Zoox Robotaxis Roll Out in San Francisco
Zoox’s self-driving vehicles began rolling out in San Francisco’s SoMa neighborhood this week, and are expected to compete with robotaxis designed by Waymo.
NHTSA Probes Whether Engines on 1.4 Million Hondas May Fail
DETROIT — The U.S. government’s highway safety agency is investigating complaints that engines can fail on as many as 1.4 million Honda and Acura vehicles.
November 12, 2024NHTSA Warned Tesla Months Before Self-Driving Probe
In a May 15 email sent to Tesla representatives, an NHTSA official flagged seven social media posts that gave the agency pause.
TxDOT Campaign to End Traffic Deaths Focuses on Permian Basin
ODESSA — The Texas Department of Transportation announced a statewide public campaign to end fatalities on Texas roadways.