Advances in Analytics Help Fleets Translate Information Into Action
Technology adoption in the trucking industry has given freight transportation companies access to an abundance of data. The question now is how best to use it.
September 9, 2022ATRI’s Annual Top Industry Issues Survey Underway
The American Transportation Research Institute has launched its annual Top Industry Issues Survey, asking stakeholders to rank their top concerns along with potential strategies for addressing them.
September 8, 2022FMCSA Wants Input on Extending Its COVID Emergency Declaration
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is seeking public comment on whether the safety and supply chain benefits of its COVID-19 national emergency declaration merit extending the current declaration after it expires Oct. 15.
September 8, 20222022 National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
National Truck Driver Appreciation Week runs Sept. 11-17. Here is a collection of social media posts that show the various ways people and companies displayed appreciation to drivers in 2022.
September 7, 2022Illinois to Improve Highways in $34.6 Billion Program
A new analytical tool was used to select road projects that add highway capacity in a six-year, $34.6 billion Illinois state transportation program.
September 7, 2022FHWA Nominee Shailen Bhatt to Appear Before US Senate Panel
President Joe Biden’s nominee to lead the Federal Highway Administration is scheduled to address this month the U.S. Senate committee on transportation policy.
September 7, 2022Perspective: Adopting a Driver-First Mindset
The past few years have taught us that truck drivers don’t just deliver essential goods, they are essential workers themselves. It’s time to recognize that, and adopt a driver-first mindset.
September 7, 2022Texas Adopts 10-Year, $85 Billion Transportation Plan
A 10-year Texas Department of Transportation plan to spend a record $85 billion to alleviate roadway congestion, enhance transportation safety and improve highways received the governor’s stamp of approval Aug. 30.
September 6, 2022Nevada Details Infrastructure Plans Online
Nevada officials have a new website launched by the governor showing federal infrastructure investments coming to the state and available grants to apply for future projects.
September 6, 2022Governors of Ohio, Kentucky Apply for More Brent Spence Bridge Funding
The governors of Kentucky and Ohio have applied for a $1.66 billion federal grant to fund improvements to the Brent Spence Bridge, a span that connects the states and serves as a vital link for freight traffic.
September 1, 2022