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Former Idaho CDL tester pleads guilty to accepting bribes
A former third-party CDL tester in Idaho pleaded guilty recently to accepting bribes for passing scores on Idaho CDL skills tests. Also: Illinois-based diesel shops fined for manufacturing, selling and installing emissions "defeat" devices.
April 10, 2023
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You don't know what you don't know
The general public doesn't understand trucking's problems and may not know they exist, but a recent survey shows them sympathetic once their eyes are opened.
April 10, 2023
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Truck driver tax credit bill back in the House
Another bill aimed at tax credits for truck drivers finds its way onto the House floor.
April 6, 2023
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What California's emissions regs mean for trucking in the state
John Boesel, CEO and President of CALSTART – a nonprofit organization dedicated to developing clean, efficient solutions within the transportation sector – joins the 10-44 to discuss new air quality regs in his state.
April 6, 2023
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Household goods moving scams the target of new FMCSA crackdown
The agency is launching Operation Protect Your Move to crack down on scam HHG movers ahead of the busy summer moving season. Also: FedEx consolidating; ATRI wants driver feedback on states' marijuana laws; New parts store in Indiana.
April 6, 2023
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California becomes first government in the world to mandate electric trucks
Trucking groups slam 'infeasible,' 'unworkable' and 'unrealistic' rule that would phase out diesel trucks in California.
March 31, 2023
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FMCSA reassesses 'detention' definition in latest study
During a regulatory update at the Mid-America Trucking Show, FMCSA reps gave updates on an ongoing study into detention time, a Congressionally-required study into driver compensation, and the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
March 31, 2023
FMCSA regulatory update at MATS
How recent changes to FMCSA’s Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse are affecting fleets
FMCSA's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse has been in effect a little more than three years, and while it has taken thousands of potentially unsafe drivers off the highway, it has created challenges for fleets.
March 31, 2023
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Join us next week for a webinar that can make or break your Roadcheck experience
CCJ and Mann+Hummel are hosting a complimentary webinar April 20 with CVSA and some of trucking's safest fleets to discuss maintenance tips and practices that make roadside inspections easy.
March 30, 2023
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Bill introduced in both houses to address truck parking
Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act would authorize $755 million in competitive grant funding to expand commercial truck parking capacity across the country.
March 29, 2023
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Connecticut's truck-only miles tax 'basically on the honor system' for now
Connecticut's truck-only miles tax went into effect first of the year, and some carriers say they'll pay $150,000 or more through 2023 while others simply refuse to comply in the face of uncertainty around enforcement.
March 29, 2023
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FMCSA removes sixth ELD from registered devices list
Carriers are required to stop using the All-Ways Track ELD and replace it with a compliant ELD by May 26. Also: FMCSA denies request from brokers to remove broker transparency regs; recalls announced for certain International, Volvo, Peterbilt trucks.
March 28, 2023
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Florida enacts law aimed at combating nuclear verdicts
The new law requires plaintiffs' attorneys to provide proof of medical bills and charges in civil lawsuits. Also: New York eyes increased speed limits; autonomous vehicle bill defeated in Kentucky; Schneider honoring safest drivers.
March 27, 2023
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'Get ready to compete': New rail behemoth sets sights on trucking
Canada Pacific's merger with Kansas City Southern promises to take 64,000 truckloads off the road each year, and the Biden admin will likely hold them to that. The new rail behemoth is very clearly coming for trucking, but can the industry take it?
March 23, 2023
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Report: California will be allowed to set its own emissions limits
The White House reportedly will allow California to tighten emissions regulations passed by EPA, and enact them three years sooner.
March 20, 2023
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California autonomous vehicle testing leaps ahead while leaving trucking behind
The California Department of Motor Vehicles reported a significant jump in autonomous vehicle testing sans Class 3-8 trucks and vans, which has industry experts questioning the overall value of their data.
March 17, 2023
Autonomous trucks from Daimler subsidiary Torc Robotics have been busy testing in southwestern states save for California where Class 3 - 8 autonomous vehicles aren't welcome.
California court reverses AB 5 for Uber drivers while trucking awaits ruling
Apps like Uber and Lyft can treat their drivers as independent contractors, per a court's ruling, as trucking seeks an injunction of AB 5. Also: Missouri carrier sells to ESOP; TuSimple says it's covered 10 million autonomous miles; more.
March 17, 2023
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TCA setting a new government affairs tone
We are beginning to recognize that reactively fighting against everything that comes our way from Congress and federal agencies is a hard and unforgiving strategy.
March 16, 2023
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