Jill DunnBusinessRecord temps cause uptick in tire problemsSome states are reporting seeing more blowouts this year due to high temperatures. Carriers say they’re battling the issue by trying to keep tires inflated properly.August 15, 2012BusinessDrought results in more states waiving regsThe year’s record-dry drought has resulted in Arkansas and Kansas becoming the latest states to waive some trucking regulations for hay haulers.August 9, 2012BusinessResults of Mexican cross-border program audit expected soonWith the federal audit of the cross-border pilot trucking program expected out soon, six one-truck Mexican carriers now have authority to operate beyond the border zone.August 8, 2012BusinessTolling bill would ask non-local users to pay moreSome transportation organizations oppose legislation U.S. House members recently passed that is aimed at asking non-local users, like truckers, to foot the bill.August 8, 2012BusinessCarriers promote hair drug testingMajor trucking leaders continue to advocate for the option of drug testing using hair instead of urine.August 1, 2012Hours of ServiceHours rule under fire in federal courtTrucking and safety groups filed arguments in federal court this month to overturn the current hours-of-service rule.July 30, 2012Hours of ServiceStates issue emergency waiversIowa’s and Wisconsin’s drought and Michigan’s fuel shortage have resulted in the states issuing emergency waivers for trucks.July 30, 2012BusinessViriginia I-95 toll proposal sparks oppositionVirginia’s plan to construct an Interstate 95 toll facility in Sussex County has resulted in challenges from state congressmen and VTA.July 30, 2012BusinessData shows Mexican carrier safety improvingFMCSA has reported Mexican-domiciled commercial vehicles entering the U.S. from 2008-2010 improved safety records over previous years.July 24, 2012BusinessCourt upholds EPA’s greenhouse gas regulationsThe U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia has dismissed challenges to recent Environmental Protection Agency greenhouse gas rules.July 20, 2012Previous PagePage 36 of 38Next PageTop StoriesRegulationsDOT reveals the real reason it's pushing out 200,000 non-domiciled CDL driversThe U.S. Department of Transportation said it doesn't need a study on safety outcomes to end non-domiciled CDL issuance, because foreign citizens can't prove their U.S. driving records. Here, find both DOT's and the non-domiciled CDL rule challengers' arguments in detail, before a court decides the fate of the rule.Small Fleet ChampRoadside war stories, camaraderie, ownership advice: Small Fleet Champs deliverTrucker of the YearTrucker of the Month John Penn reaps 10-mpg-plus rewards of two decades learning, growingCustom Rigs'A Touch of Class': Greg Kiser Trucking's custom '08 Pete makes old-school style newFeatured SponsorGarmin Delivers Big with Trucker-Trusted Navigators and Premium Wireless Headsets
