Government
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.
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.
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.
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, 2023Two 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Flatbed and Cargo Safety Depends on Securement
Making sure flatbed cargo is secured for transit goes beyond meeting applicable regulations, which cannot cover every contingency, experts contend.
Why the EV Industry Is Talking About ‘Black Mass’
The latest buzzword in battery materials sounds like a concept borrowed from astrophysics.