Safety
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.
Georgia’s Auto Port Has Its Busiest Month Ever
SAVANNAH, Ga. — The Georgia Ports Authority reported May 21 that April was its busiest month ever for automobile shipments at the Port of Brunswick.
ATA Unveils New Image Campaign Slogan
SAN ANTONIO — American Trucking Associations has a new image campaign slogan: “Nothing Without Trucking.”
Senate Confirms Homendy as NTSB Chair
The Senate recently confirmed Jennifer Homendy to continue to lead the National Transportation Safety Board.
Ship That Caused Baltimore Bridge Collapse Escorted to Port
BALTIMORE — The recovery from the deadly Baltimore bridge collapse reached a milestone May 20 as the Dali was escorted back to port, its damaged bow covered with smashed shipping containers.
Idaho Rolling Out $1.2 Million Tire Inspection Sensor System
Tires on commercial vehicles traveling through Idaho’s ports of entry are under scrutiny with the state transportation department rolling out a $1.2 million system of inspection sensors.
Judge: Tesla Must Face Suit Alleging Buyers Were Misled
Tesla must face a proposed class-action lawsuit alleging that it misled consumers about its cars’ self-driving capabilities, a U.S. district judge ruled May 15.
Bridge From Galveston to Island Closes After Barge Strike
A bridge connecting Galveston, Texas, with a small nearby island was shut down after a barge strike.
Spate of Self-Driving Probes Points to Higher Safety Bar
Companies offering driver-assistance systems and developing autonomous vehicles are entering a new phase of more exacting oversight.
XPO’s Larry Gorby Punches Ticket to NTDC
Larry Gorby shuns self-congratulatory moments, even after the XPO driver took grand champion honors at West Virginia’s truck driving championships.
Trucking Leaders Discuss Industry Trends, Key Concerns
PHOENIX — Stakeholders shared the latest information on issues affecting the trucking industry during ATA's Safety, Security and Human Resources National Conference and Exhibition.