Elaine Chao Emphasizes Need for Infrastructure, Safety Funds for Rural Areas
The subject of upgrading the nation’s infrastructure is an important one for Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, including assurance that rural areas receive equal treatment relative to metropolitan areas when funds are distributed.
April 8, 2020Trucking Companies Backed by Efforts From Partners
From insurance to the digital freight marketplace to telematics, trucking companies are supported by business partners as they navigate the coronavirus outbreak.
April 8, 2020Coronavirus Spurs New Incentives for Drivers
Motor carriers are developing incentive plans to provide drivers with bonuses and financial support as they serve on the front lines of the country’s battle against COVID-19.
April 8, 2020Tesla Plans No-Pay Furloughs, Salary Cuts While Plants Idled
Tesla Inc. will furlough noncritical employees without pay and temporarily cut executive salaries as much as 30% to conserve cash while the coronavirus pandemic forces the shutdown of much of its operations.
April 8, 2020Driver Health Becomes Paramount During Coronavirus Outbreak
Trucking companies are doing a lot to keep their drivers safe and healthy even as the coronavirus pandemic has caused notable disruptions throughout the economy as the number of infected continues to climb.
April 8, 2020NTDC Canceled Because of Coronavirus Concerns
American Trucking Associations’ National Truck Driving Championships and National Step Van Driving Championships have been canceled due to coronavirus-related concerns. But states remain free to make independent decisions about their own events.
April 7, 2020UPS Manages Airlift of Health Care Supplies for FEMA
UPS launched a two-week operation to run 25 cargo flights carrying masks, gloves, surgical gowns and other equipment for the health care industry under the federal government’s Project Airbridge.
April 7, 2020Stakeholders Tell Congress, Governors: CDLs, Permits Need to Be Processed
To avert a potential truck driver shortage during the coronavirus emergency, a coalition of large businesses and trade groups has urged Congress and the nation’s governors to implement procedures that would allow new drivers to more quickly obtain commercial learner permits and commercial driver licenses.
April 7, 2020GAO’s Recommendations on NTSB’s ‘Most Wanted List’ Prompt Action
The head of the National Transportation Safety Board agreed more transparency would improve the public’s understanding of a high-profile report after a federal watchdog recommended better access to its methodology.
April 7, 2020Congress, White House Reach High for Next Virus Bill
Congressional leaders are jolting ahead with another coronavirus rescue package as President Donald Trump indicated that Americans will need more aid during the stark pandemic and economic shutdown.
April 7, 2020