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Why do owner-operators and small fleets seek changes in broker transparency regulations? What modifications has the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration suggested? The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has released a long-anticipated proposal focused on broker transparency,
Trucking companies, drivers, and other road users could significantly benefit from a continuous approach to truck driver health, rather than biannual assessments. The newly established National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners may represent progress in that direction. Trucking companies, driv
Upcoming City Election Propositions Bartlesville residents will vote on five propositions during the city election on Tuesday. These questions involve three established funding programs that have backed city services and development for years. Details from City Officials In a discussion on COMMUNITY
New Telematics-Driven Insurance Offers Discounts for Small Fleets Daimler Truck Financial Services (DTFS) and GEICO have introduced a telematics-based insurance option for commercial truck operators in the United States. This innovative insurance product leverages real-time telematics data to evalua
Trucking Industry’s Future with Autonomous Vehicles WASHINGTON — The long-haul trucking sector may have received a legislative framework for the future of autonomous vehicle (AV) operations. U.S. Representatives Bob Latta, R-Ohio, and Debbie Dingell, D-Mich., recently released a discussion draft for
Operation SafeDRIVE Successfully Removes Unqualified Drivers WASHINGTON (TNND) — Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the successful removal of nearly 2,000 unqualified truckers and vehicles from U.S. roads following inspections by federal and state authorities that identified drivers who d
The Northeast Counties Farm Bureau, representing Ashtabula, Geauga, Lake, and Trumbull Counties, is thrilled to showcase one of our esteemed business members who significantly contributes to local agriculture and fortifies our rural communities. These features aim to acknowledge businesses that supp
For trucking companies that operate specialized equipment, downtime after an accident can severely impact their business and earnings. According to an attorney, you are entitled to compensation for this downtime. by Kelsea Eckert, Trucking Attorney, Eckert & Associates September 20, 2024 “Fred,” a k
California has retracted its request for the EPA’s approval of its contentious regulations mandating trucking companies to acquire zero-emissions electric and fuel cell trucks. Withdrawal of the Regulation Request The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has decided to withdraw its waiver applicati
