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Trucking news and updates for Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025: Three national and 49 state trucking associations are urging the EPA to postpone the 2027 heavy-duty NOx regulation to 2031 and to reassess current NOx standards. Shell Rotella has introduced reward cards for purchasers of T4, T5, and T6 heavy-d
NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Since its launch in 2018, the Shell Starship Initiative has aimed to transform energy efficiency in commercial trucking. Initially focused on diesel engines, the recent debut of Starship 3.0 marks a significant move toward sustainability, featuring the Cum
Department of Justice Takes Action Against CARB The Department of Justice (DOJ) initiated two federal lawsuits this week targeting the California Air Resources Board (CARB), accusing it of unlawfully enforcing emissions regulations for heavy-duty trucks. Details of the Lawsuits These lawsuits, lodge
Behind the Scenes of “The Trucker” “The Trucker” thrives on unexpected twists, largely due to Raven Johnson’s unpredictable experiences during the film’s production, which began on the first day of shooting. Johnson recalls, “We arrived in South Dakota from New York, and my brother was supposed to m
Tragic Interstate 20 Crash Claims Sixth Life A devastating accident on Interstate 20 over the weekend has resulted in a sixth fatality, as confirmed by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). The incident took place on Saturday afternoon near Terrell, Texas, involving a series of collisions bet
New EPA Guidance on Diesel Exhaust Fluid Systems The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released updated guidance concerning failures in diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) systems that lead to reductions in speed and power. This initiative is aimed at minimizing productivity losses due to vehicle shu
Iranian Truck Drivers’ Strike Gains Ground Truck drivers in Iran have expanded their labor strike to over 100 towns and cities nationwide. (Video courtesy: Lisa Daftari/The Foreign Desk.) NEW Now you can listen to Fox News articles! Iranian truck drivers have escalated their labor strike, impacting
In the last month, eight additional trucking companies have declared bankruptcy, while two others have shut down. This trend is exacerbated by stricter lending standards, which are extending the industry’s downturn. These companies have filed for Chapter 11 since early July, as detailed in documents
Independent Contractor’s Journey Amid Legislative Challenges For over three decades, I’ve built my career as an independent contractor in the trucking industry. Being my own boss allowed me to raise my four daughters and support my family while shaping my business journey. However, in 2020, my livel
