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.
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.
Norfolk Southern’s One-Minute Inspection Rule Sparks Concern
Norfolk Southern sparked renewed concerns about flaws being missed during railcar inspections when it told employees this week they should spend no more than a minute looking at each car.
I-40 Between N.C. and Tennessee Could Reopen by Jan. 1
Interstate 40 may reopen between North Carolina and Tennessee by New Year’s Day, according to the North Carolina Department of Transportation.
GM Recalls Chevy Bolts from 2020–2022 Over Battery Fire Risk
This smaller recall from GM comes three years after a larger callback of the all-electric Chevrolet Bolt for a similar hazard.
States Prepare Rules for Autonomous Vehicles
While no fully autonomous cars are in regular use in the country yet, some states have allowed limited testing and pilot programs on public roads.