Trucking Industry Safety News
Transportation businesses face a host of dynamic risk issues that can significantly impact their financial and operational health. The news in this category focuses on the latest safety and security initiatives, resources and regulations and addresses topics that include fleet safety, claims administration, driver hiring and retention, risk management and compliance.
Toyota, Honda Extend China Shutdowns as Virus Gathers Pace
Toyota Motor Corp. and Honda Motor Co. were among carmakers extending shutdowns at their China plants as the country steps up measures to fight the deadly coronavirus.
DHS Prohibits N.Y. Residents From Signing Up for Trusted Traveler Programs
The Department of Homeland Security said New York residents will be prevented from enrolling in certain Trusted Traveler Programs, including the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) program geared toward commercial truck drivers.
CSA Turns 10, but Is It Making Trucking Safer?
It’s been a decade since the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration kicked off its Compliance, Safety, Accountability program aimed at assessing the safety of the nation’s motor carriers. Yet there are still some concerns about its benefits.
Boeing Identifies New Software Problem on Grounded 737 Max
Boeing Co. engineers have discovered a new software problem on the grounded 737 Max that must be patched before the plane can return to service, Federal Aviation Administration chief Steve Dickson said.
NYC Tunnel’s Slow Pace Spurs Democratic Jabs at Trump Rail Chief
Fifteen Democratic senators admonished the Trump administration for the sluggish progress on a new rail tunnel between New York and New Jersey, centerpiece of the so-called Gateway program of major infrastructure projects in the critical transit artery.
US Senate Bill to Allow Interstate Truckers Under 21 Touted at Hearing
WASHINGTON — A bill that would pave the way for commercial drivers younger than 21 to drive trucks across state lines received a resounding endorsement from an organization that represents freight industry interests nationwide during a Feb. 4 Senate hearing.
AAR: PTC Implementation for Freight Railroads Almost Finished
Implementation of automatic braking technology for freight railroads is nearly complete, an industry group indicated recently.
Hyundai Halts South Korea Output as Coronavirus Causes Parts Shortage
Hyundai Motor Co. is halting production in South Korea this week because of a component shortage caused by the coronavirus, the first global automaker to suspend output outside China because of the outbreak.
Colorado Infrastructure Receives C- on Latest ASCE Report Card
Colorado’s infrastructure earned a C-minus on its recent report card from the American Society of Civil Engineers.
Trump Signs Executive Order to Combat Human Trafficking
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that is meant to help fight human trafficking and sexual exploitation, which is one of the trucking industry’s biggest initiatives.