Elite Truckers to Meet in Indianapolis for National Truck Driving Championships
Heading into their 85th anniversary after a two-year hiatus, the National Truck Driving Championships return with a high level of excitement and a slate of competitors ready to once again showcase their skills behind the wheel.
August 8, 2022Maryland’s Joyce Bain on NTDC: ‘I Go to Win’
In June, Joyce Bain set out to win Maryland’s truck safety tournament. And, by relying on consistency and mental toughness, she did just that. Up next is nationals in Indianapolis.
August 8, 2022Oregon Eyes Tolling Portland Region’s Interstates
Oregon is asking for public input on a congestion pricing plan to impose tolls on all lanes of Portland’s two interstates that would result in commercial trucks paying higher rates than passenger vehicles.
August 8, 2022NHTSA Probes Tesla Crashes That Killed Two Motorcyclists
DETROIT — Two crashes involving Teslas apparently running on Autopilot are drawing scrutiny from federal regulators and point to a potential new hazard on U.S. freeways: The partially automated vehicles may not stop for motorcycles.
August 5, 2022ATA’s Chris Spear Optimistic About Trucking Economy, R.I. Tolling Verdict
American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear said the trucking industry continues to show resilience despite challenges in the U.S. economy, marked by two straight quarters of negative gross domestic product and interest rate hikes by the U.S. Federal Reserve that aim to slow decades-high rates of inflation.
August 4, 2022Senate Debates Freight-Centered Budget Bill
Legislation that aims to reduce emissions at commercial ports and freight corridors is topping Senate Democrats’ legislative priorities ahead of the upcoming congressional summer recess.
August 4, 2022Appeals Court Denies Review of HOS Shorthaul, Driver Break Requirements
A challenge to certain federal hours-of-service regulations filed by the Teamsters Union and three nonprofits will not be reviewed by a three-judge panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit.
August 1, 2022The Future of Freight Transportation in Ports, Policy, and Pilot Programs
With the U.S. experiencing a 40-year high on both inflation and fuel prices, the freight transportation industry has much to contend with in addition to persistent supply chain challenges. How much of an impact will state policies like AB 5 have on the industry? Register now to hear ATA President Chris Spear address these concerns and more on Aug. 11.
August 1, 2022Consistency Wins Championships, North Carolina’s Walker Says
Brian Walker has spent more than a decade competing at the National Truck Driving Championships. This year, the Tar Heel State’s grand champion with TForce Freight competing in the 3-axle, is trying to prove he finally perfected a winning formula.
August 1, 2022US Senate Proposes Fiscal 2023 FMCSA Funds
Senate funding leaders are proposing $873.6 million for federal trucking programs as part of a fiscal 2023 transportation bill.
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