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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.

Business, Safety

2019 Pennsylvania Truck Driving Championships

A video from the 2019 Pennsylvania Truck Driving Championships in York on June 7-8.

Marissa Gamache | Features Coordinator
June 18, 2019
Government, Equipment, Safety

CVSA to Conduct Brake Safety Week Sept. 15-22

Roadside inspectors will be conducting inspections with a special emphasis on brakes Sept. 15-22, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance announced.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
June 18, 2019
Business, Safety

Washington’s Best of the Best to Battle for Top Trucking Prizes

Expect stiff competition at the Washington Truck Driving Championships, which will be held June 22 at the Reddaway Terminal in Tacoma.

Anneliese Mahoney | Associate Editor
June 18, 2019
Business, Safety

2019 Florida Truck Driving Championships

Photos from the Florida Truck Driving Championships June 6-8 in Daytona.

June 18, 2019
Government, Business, Safety

FHWA Announces Funding Opportunity for Transportation Technology Grants

The Federal Highway Administration recently announced the availability of $60 million in grant funding for states and cities pursuing projects that involve transportation technologies.

Eleanor Lamb | Staff Reporter
June 17, 2019
Business, Equipment, Safety

If You Got It, Indiana’s ‘Mr. Safety’ Probably Brought It

Nearly a week after a U.S. House transportation policy panel heard from trucking industry leaders and stakeholders, we thought it would be worthwhile to share the perspective from one of the safest commercial drivers in the country. Meet Robert “Bo” Gordon, aka "Mr. Safety." Here's your Capitol Agenda look ahead to the week for trucking on Capitol Hill.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
June 17, 2019
Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

ZF Showcases Steering Assistance as Next Advance in Truck Safety

EAST LIBERTY, Ohio — ZF Group recently showcased its latest automated steering technology, offering a preview of the next advances in driver assistance that will soon become available in commercial trucks.

Seth Clevenger | Managing Editor, Features and Multimedia
June 17, 2019
Business, Safety

Balancing Work, Family Key for California Grand Champion Steve Hutton

Steve Hutton of Walmart Transportation first started driving at 23 to support his family. Sixteen years later, the job has become not just a source of income, but a rewarding career.

Savannah Kelley | Special to Transport Topics
June 17, 2019
Government, Business, Safety, Fuel

Amazon, ExxonMobil Among Corporations Called Out Over Climate Transparency

Amazon.com, Exxon Mobil Corp. and Volvo are among more than 700 companies being targeted in a campaign backed by a large group of investors advocating for greater transparency when it comes to environmental impact.

Eric Roston | Bloomberg News
June 17, 2019
Business, Safety

After 20 Years, Gary Wrobel Returns to Winner’s Circle and Adds Michigan Grand Champion Title

Gary Wrobel first earned a No. 1 finish in the 5-Axle competition at the Michigan Truck Driving Championships in 1999. Twenty years later, he won the 5-Axle again, and added the Grand Champion title at the competition June 7-8.

Linda Tufano | Content Manager
June 17, 2019