US to Seek Automated Braking Requirement for Heavy Trucks
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced plans “over the next year and beyond” to issue a new proposal that would set standards and require heavy trucks to be equipped with automatic emergency braking systems.
June 14, 2021US Father-Son Duo Charged With Helping Ghosn Flee Plead Guilty
The American father-son duo charged with helping former Nissan Motor Co. Chairman Carlos Ghosn flee trial in Japan a year and a half ago pleaded guilty in a Tokyo court June 14.
June 14, 2021Port of Los Angeles, Partners Launch Zero-Emission Project
The Port of Los Angeles and its partners announced the debut of five new hydrogen-powered fuel cell electric vehicles and the grand opening of two hydrogen fueling stations as they move to pollution-free goods movement.
June 11, 2021Appeals Court Hears Arguments in California Nondriving Pay Lawsuit
A U.S. appeals court on June 10 heard oral arguments in a class-action case in which California truck drivers argued they should have been paid for nondriving work time, even while under a piece-rate basis agreement with a motor carrier to transport a load.
June 11, 2021ATA Unveils Climate and Clean Energy Advisory Committee
American Trucking Associations announced June 10 the formation of its Climate and Clean Energy Advisory Committee.
June 11, 2021Pay-as-You-Go Surprise: GOP Backs VMT Fees While Democrats Balk
The debate over how to pay for the nation’s roads, bridges and transit systems is leading some normally anti-tax Republicans to embrace higher levies on motorists — even a new one based on miles driven instead of fuel purchased.
June 11, 2021Consumer Sentiment Rises, Inflation Outlook Moderates
U.S. consumer sentiment rose in early June by more than expected on improved outlooks for the economy and moderating inflation expectations.
June 11, 2021Senators Eye $579 Billion in New Infrastructure Spending, $1 Trillion Plan
WASHINGTON — A bipartisan group of senators is eyeing an infrastructure deal with $579 billion in new spending as negotiators try to strike a nearly $1 trillion deal on President Joe Biden’s top priority, according to those briefed on the plan.
June 11, 2021JBS Paid Hackers $11 Million After Hack Closed Plants
JBS USA said it paid $11 million in ransom to criminals responsible for the cyberattack that disrupted meat processing across North America and Australia, the latest high profile example of large corporations falling prey to extortion.
June 10, 2021FMCSA Responds to Medical Board on Sleep Apnea Guidance
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is expanding access to information about obstructive sleep apnea for medical professionals who conduct medical examinations for truck drivers.
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