Court Hears Arguments on Cross-Border Pilot Plan
WASHINGTON — The federal government fought against two lawsuits challenging its pilot program that allows Mexican trucks into the U.S. interior, saying last week the complaints rely on incorrect interpretations of laws, regulations or international agreements.
December 11, 2012U.S. Trade Deficit Expands in October
The U.S. trade deficit increased by 4.9% in October, the Commerce Department said Tuesday.
December 11, 2012Editorial: Growing ‘Cliff’ Worries
Concerns about the “fiscal cliff” seem to be spreading into lots of unexpected places, including the heart of the trucking industry.
December 10, 2012FMCSA Activates 11 Changes to CSA, Including Hazmat Compliance Proposal
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration said last week it activated previously announced changes to its Compliance, Safety, Accountability program, including the adoption of a controversial proposal to step up hazardous materials compliance, and the elimination of a perceived enforcement bias against flatbed carriers.
December 10, 2012Communication Is Key to Getting Trucks Fixed After Roadside Breakdowns, Repairers Say
When trouble strikes and a truck is disabled, establishing clear lines of communication between the driver, the driver’s dispatcher and the technician handling the problem are paramount to ensuring that the vehicle gets back on the road quickly and at minimal cost, according to the managers of several roadside-repair networks.
December 10, 2012Rahall to Keep No. 2 Rank on Transport Panel
Rep. Nick Rahall (D-W.Va.), was selected by the House Democratic Caucus last week to continue to serve as the ranking member on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee when the new Congress convenes in January.
December 7, 2012Solicitor Supports Court Ruling on L.A. Port Requirements for Carriers
The U.S. Supreme Court should let stand an appeals court decision giving the Port of Los Angeles the right to impose requirements on motor carriers that want to operate at the port, the U.S. Solicitor General said in a legal brief.
December 7, 2012Bill Calls for Hair Testing for Drug Use; DOT Warns Marijuana Remains Illegal
A House bill introduced Wednesday would create a pilot program to test truck drivers’ hair strands for evidence of illegal drug use.
December 6, 2012Mexican Truck Program Illegally Eases Laws for Drivers, Groups Tell Court
WASHINGTON — The federal government fought against two lawsuits challenging its pilot program that allows Mexican trucks into the U.S. interior, claiming the complaints rely on incorrect interpretations of laws, regulations or international agreements.
December 6, 2012FMCSA Seeks Help in Crafting Entry-Level Training Requirements for Drivers
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration asked its advisory committee Monday to help it work through various issues it has encountered in crafting minimum training requirements for entry-level commercial drivers, including classroom and on-the-road instruction.
December 4, 2012