Safety

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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, Technology, Safety

Solutions to Support and Retain Drivers

In June 2023, we asked "How do in-cab driver coaching systems work and why is it important to give drivers feedback in real-time rather than after-the-fact?" Jean-Sebastien Bouchard, Co-Founder and Executive Vice President of Sales at ISAAC Instruments, answered. Originally hosted during our Transport Topics Magazine Series Event - Shift - we isolated the discussion to make it easier to enjoy and to share.

August 1, 2023
Business, Technology, Safety

How the Fleets of the Future Operate

In June 2022, we asked "What role does connectivity play in the deployment of electric and autonomous vehicles?" Nada Jiddou, Executive Vice President and General Manager for Road Ready, answered. Originally presented during our Transport Topics Magazine Event - Optimize - we isolated the discussion to make it easier for you to enjoy and to share. 

August 1, 2023
Government, Business, Safety

Senate Passes Supply Chain-Related Defense Bill

A proposal to further facilitate access for trucks to military bases and installations was approved as part of a defense policy bill in the U.S. Senate.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
August 1, 2023
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

Construction Costs Soar on Alaska Freight Route

Inflation is blamed for sending project completion costs soaring 68% since 2021 to today’s $840 million to complete a freight route for bringing goods into Alaska from the port in Anchorage.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
August 1, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

NHTSA Investigates Tesla Steering Control Complaints

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is looking into a dozen complaints about loss of steering control or loss of power steering in Tesla 2023 Models 3 and Y electric vehicles.

August 1, 2023
Business, Safety

Pre-Trip Master Shamrell Bound for 17th NTDC

NTDC-bound FedEx Freight driver Dan Shamrell from Oregon is among the most accomplished pre-trip experts competing in precision-driving events.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
July 31, 2023
Business, Equipment, Safety

Spero, Colantuone, Hicks Take It to the Next Level

WINDSOR LOCKS, Conn. — Anthony Spero, William Colantuone and Joe Hicks claimed titles at the New England Tri-State Truck Driving Championships to punch their tickets for nationals.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
July 28, 2023
Government, Safety, Logistics

Senators Introduce Trucking Safety Bill

Legislation meant to promote highway safety by setting federal standards that further determine a carrier’s competence was recently introduced in the U.S. Senate.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
July 27, 2023
Government, Business, Equipment, Safety, Logistics

Strategic Tactics Drive Cargo Theft Rise

The trucking industry has faced an increase in cargo thefts this year, with thieves developing more sophisticated and strategic tactics.

Connor D. Wolf | Staff Reporter
July 27, 2023
Business, Safety

Norfolk Southern Says Derailment Cost Soars to $803 Million

OMAHA, Neb. — The costs associated with Norfolk Southern’s fiery February derailment in Ohio have more than doubled to $803 million as the railroad works to clean up the mess.

Josh Funk | Associated Press
July 27, 2023