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Transport Topics government and regulatory coverage keeps managers of a highly-regulated industry aware of the policy decisions that can shape their businesses. Covering both the legislative and regulatory aspects of policy-making, at both the state and national levels, the news in this category includes looks at infrastructure, hours of service, emissions rules, funding measures, leadership appointments, and more. Readers can follow what’s happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

Government, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

Tesla Ordered by NHTSA to Address New Issue Over Autopilot

Tesla is facing increased scrutiny from federal regulators over a possible work-around of monitoring meant to keep drivers’ hands on the wheel while using Tesla's Autopilot system.

Keith Laing | Bloomberg News
August 29, 2023
Government, Business

US Consumer Confidence Wanes With Prices Still High

Americans are feeling less confident financially as summer comes to a close and high prices and interest rates weigh on their willingness to spend.

Matt Ott | Associated Press
August 29, 2023
Government, Business, Safety, Fuel, Logistics

Five States Issue Emergency Commercial Vehicle Orders

Florida and four other states issued emergency waivers for commercial motor vehicles that remain in effect for varying periods up to a month to deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Idalia.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
August 29, 2023
Government, Business, Safety

CVSA Inspections Find Violations in 30% of Hazmat Packages

CVSA inspectors found violations with three of every 10 hazardous materials/dangerous goods packages inspected during a five-day unannounced special enforcement initiative June 12-16.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
August 28, 2023
Government, Business, Fuel

Diesel Price Climbs to $4.475 a Gallon

Diesel prices lurched forward another 8.6 cents a gallon to reach $4.475 for the national average, according to data from the Energy Information Administration released Aug. 28.

August 28, 2023
Government, Business

Two Kansas Community Colleges Partner to Expand CDL Training

Two Kansas community colleges are partnering to increase CDL training to alleviate a driver shortage in a state that needs truck transportation for its agriculture-related industries.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
August 28, 2023
Government, Safety, Fuel

Florida Faces Fuel Squeeze as Barge Traffic Falls

Florida is facing a potential squeeze on fuel supplies as shipments into the state slow just as demand is rising from consumers preparing for the threat of a major hurricane.

Chunzi Xu | Bloomberg News
August 28, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel, Logistics, Perspective

Perspective: A Global View of Decarbonization

The trucking industry is the backbone of the economy. Finding the right balance between cutting emissions and continuing to effectively meet demand is our ultimate green mission.

Umberto de Pretto | Secretary General, IRU
August 28, 2023
Government, Business, Logistics, Private

Sam’s Club to Open Big Distribution Center in Oklahoma City

Oklahoma officials applauded news that Sam’s Club will invest $40 million to open a large distribution center in the state scheduled to open early next year.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
August 28, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Fuel, Autonomous

BYD’s Growth Slows as China’s Auto Price War Takes Its Toll

BYD Co. reported its weakest revenue growth in more than a year in a potential sign of the damage discounting has done in China, the world’s biggest auto market.

Danny Lee | Bloomberg News
August 28, 2023