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UAW strike at Mack Trucks could be near end with five-year agreement
UAW informed Mack that it will hold a vote next week on the agreement, negotiated by both sides. Also: Trucker Path offering reserved parking discounts at certain locations; Iowa ag haulers' weight waiver extended; Drivewyze expands in Canada.
November 10, 2023
'Potential adverse safety impacts': Speed limiters, truck parking discussed in Senate hearing
A Senate subcommittee held a hearing on highway safety, which included talk about a potential speed limiter mandate and the truck parking shortage. Also: Trucking groups voice support for parking funding bill; Peach State Truck Centers expanding.
November 8, 2023
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Fleets want more parking, as safety groups push speed limiters, AEBs
ATA and state trucking associations penned a letter to governors to prioritize truck parking with infrastructure spending. Also: Safety group wants 'immediate action' on speed limiters, AEBs, more; TA honoring vets; Ritchie Bros. 2024 auction dates.
November 1, 2023
Regulations
Trailer side underride guards: Another chance to weigh in on issues
NHTSA's Advisory Committee on Underride Protection will hold a public meeting Nov. 15. Also: I-65 rest areas in Northwest Indiana revamped with 225 truck parking spaces; Stoughton Trailers adds dealer in Southeast.
October 27, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA gives more time to comment on potential carrier safety rating revamp
The agency is seeking feedback on its so-called carrier Safety Fitness Determination process for motor carriers. Also: Dealer partners with dual-fuel H2/diesel provider; new Love's with 113 truck parking spaces.
October 20, 2023
Equipment
Peterbilt 579, 567 units recalled over U-bolt issue that could impact fuel tanks
The U-bolts that attach the air tank to the chassis in the affected trucks may contact the fuel tank and, over time, wear a hole in the tank. Also: Iowa ag haulers get weight exemption extended; Calstart planning East Coast zero-emission corridor; more.
October 17, 2023
Regulations
Truckers net more tickets than four-wheelers during roadside blitz | NYC offers parking olive branch
Officers wrote more warnings and citations to truck drivers than passenger car drivers during Operation Safe Driver Week. Also: Following illegal parking crackdown, NYC passes truck parking expansion bill; TA raises $153K for St. Christopher Fund.
October 5, 2023
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Atlanta wants your truck parking expertise | Ohio plans U.S. 23 improvements
Another day, another parking survey. (Sigh.) If that's your first reaction, take the long view. Atlanta's metro planning org is requesting truckers' input on freight issues in the 20-county area, and Ohio needs Columbus-Toledo expertise, too.
October 4, 2023
Business
Diesel prices dip after nearly 3 months of increases, while rates hold steady to slightly down
Diesel's national average fell 4.7 cents during the most recent week, as spot rates held mostly flat-to-down. Also: Trucker Path adds per-trip spot cargo insurance to marketplace; Sheetz opening three new Ohio locations with truck diesel lanes, parking.
September 26, 2023
Regulations
Wyoming I-80's $34M overhaul after the 'winter from hell'
After spending $34 million on 200 parking spaces and some highway improvements, two new truck parking areas still don't have restrooms or any food options. Long Haul Paul said he's "not doing cartwheels," but grateful nonetheless.
September 26, 2023
Regulations
Calif. guv vetoes driverless-truck-ban legislation
Gov. Gavin Newsom said the bill was “unnecessary for the regulation and oversight of heavy-duty autonomous vehicle technology" in the state. Also: Texas city eyeing truck parking ban on city streets; latest Highway Angel.
September 25, 2023
Electronic Logging Devices
KSK ELD reinstated to FMCSA's registered devices list
A week after the device was revoked, FMCSA has reinstated it to the list of registered devices. Also: Love's opens a second location in Prescott, Arkansas; latest Highway Angel recognized for helping truckers after blow-overs.
September 22, 2023
Equipment
Report: Half of commercial vehicles will be 'zero-emission' by 2040
ACT Research's new report estimates a significant uptick in battery-electric truck adoption beginning in 2027. Also: FMCSA awards grant money for parking, safety improvements; TFI acquires Vedder Transportation Group; more.
September 13, 2023
Voices
POLL: Just how bad is the 'parking at the fuel island' problem?
How often are you seeing operators occupying fuel-island space as if they're going to get (well more than) a 30-minute break out of the stop? One reader notes "it’s becoming a real epidemic," and he's "seen some instances where things get pretty heated."
September 6, 2023
Parking
More truck parking coming to I-80
Wyoming later this month will hold a ribbon-cutting ceremony for nearly 200 new truck parking spaces along I-80. Also: Nominate your "Best Fleet to Drive For" through October; 27K Mack Granites recalled; Fruehauf recalls van trailers.
September 5, 2023
Life
4.1-million-mile safe driver wins prestigious CVSA award
AutoZone truck driver Wayne Hayes won this year's CVSA International Driver Excellence Award. Also: New Love's stops open in Louisiana, Nevada; Highway Angel recognized for stopping to help stranded, distressed motorist.
September 4, 2023
Voices
POLL: What's your No. 1 concern in trucking today?
Parking, detention, rates, inflation, hours, ELDs. ... the list goes on. There's never a shortage of trucking issues of concern, but if you had to name one as your top, which would it be? Weigh in via this poll.
September 1, 2023
Equipment
Used truck sales volumes, prices trending down
ACT Research reported used Class 8 sales volumes were down nearly 8% in July, while prices were down 5%. Also: South Dakota truck parking areas closed indefinitely; TA names new CEO.
September 1, 2023
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