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.
Italy Bridge Collapse Witness Tells of Truck’s Escape
ROME — A witness to the deadly Genoa highway bridge collapse has provided a dramatic account to Italian television SKY TG24, including a description of how a green truck stopped just short of the abyss.
August 15, 2018Five Things to Watch for at NTDC 2018
Five things to watch for at the National Trucking Driving Championships in Columbus, Ohio.
August 14, 2018Being Defending Champion Adds Pressure, FedEx’s Roland Bolduc Says
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Winning it all at last year’s National Truck Driving Championships helped elevate Roland Bolduc’s exposure.
Columbus Gets Ready for NTDC
Scenes from the build-up to the National Truck Driving Championships Aug. 15-18 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center in Columbus, Ohio. (Photos by John Sommers II for Transport Topics)
August 14, 2018NTDC Leaders, Volunteers Prep Course Ahead of Championship
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Course preparations are well underway for the 81st National Truck Driving Championships.
Pennsylvania Driver Robert Dolan Prepares for NTDC, Helps Young People Engage With Trucking
Robert Dolan, a Pennsylvania-based trucker for XPO Logistics, has been a champion driver for nearly 30 years, and one of his passions is encouraging young people who may form the next generation of transportation workers.
Finale of CVSA’s Inspectors Competition Will Coincide With NTDC Awards Banquet
In a few weeks, law enforcement officials from across the continent will convene in Columbus, Ohio, to participate in the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s North American Inspectors Championship.
Will Your Next Truck Be a Plug-In?
Are electric vehicles poised to break through in commercial transportation? Episode 3 of RoadSigns has the answer. Click to listen.
August 13, 2018Opinion: Trucking Companies Can Reap Big Recoveries in Small Claims
Does your trucking company write off thousands of dollars of small losses due to the negligence of other drivers? While small-dollar claims might not seem worth the hassle of collecting, they can add up quickly and amount to significant business losses.
Capitol Agenda for the Week of Aug. 13: Grand Champions
After weeks of qualifying at the state level, a Grand Champion will be crowned Aug. 18 at the National Truck Driving Championships in Columbus, Ohio. Here's a look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.