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.
Estes Express IT System Fully Restored, COO Says
Estes Express Lines’ information technology systems are “completely restored” after a cyberattack earlier in October, according to Chief Operating Officer Webb Estes.
House Transportation Lawmakers Spotlight Highway Trust Fund
Transportation leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives recently raised awareness about the funding needs of an account central to highway projects.
FBI Analyst Stresses Trucking Cybersecurity Importance
HOUSTON — An FBI cyberintelligence specialist stressed the importance of trucking cybersecurity to the health of the economy during an Oct. 23 presentation.
Norfolk Southern Profit Falls as Derailment Costs Grow
OMAHA, Neb. — The costs related to the East Palestine derailment grew to $966 million for Norfolk Southern. The railroad said Q3 profit of $478 million was half of last year’s $958 million.
Trucking Faces Increasing Threat of Cyberattacks
HOUSTON — Trucking is seeing an increase in cyberthreats, a panel of experts said Oct. 23 during the National Motor Freight Traffic Association's Digital Solutions Conference.
About 12.6% of Vehicles Inspected Placed Out of Service
Roughly one of every eight trucks inspected for brake-related violations was placed out of service by commercial vehicle inspectors during Brake Safety Week in August.
Crews Clear Wreckage on Highway Near New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS — Crews worked into Tuesday morning clearing the wreckage of more than 150 vehicles involved in a series of crashes the day before on Interstate 55 near New Orleans.
October 24, 2023Tesla Says Justice Department Is Expanding Investigations
DETROIT — Federal prosecutors have expanded investigations into Tesla beyond the electric vehicle maker’s partially automated driving systems, the company disclosed Oct. 23.
Proper Tire Inflation Saves on Fuel, Equipment Costs
AUSTIN, Texas — A panel of trucking maintenance executives said at an MCE 2023 session that properly inflated tires save on fuel and wear, and contribute to environmental sustainability.
At Least 7 Dead in Massive Louisiana Pileups Due to ‘Superfog’
NEW ORLEANS — At least seven people were killed after a “superfog” of smoke from south Louisiana marsh fires and dense fog caused multiple massive car crashes Oct. 23 involving 158 vehicles.
October 23, 2023