Regulation

  • Legal leaders from the ATA, Wabash and Werner talk on stage at the San Diego Convention Center on Oct. 28 for a panel on navigating lawsuit abuse.
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    Verbiage, storytelling matter in court, industry lawyers say

    Industry leaders shared how they’re seeking fair legal proceedings at a time of increased pressure from insurance costs and aggressive lawsuits.

    By • Nov. 14, 2025
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    US appeals court temporarily halts non-domiciled CDL emergency order

    Federal judges in D.C. issued an administrative stay while the case proceeds.

    By • Nov. 12, 2025
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    Top 5 stories from Trucking Dive

    These five stories detail the top trends and issues facing the trucking and transportation industry. 

    By Trucking Dive staff
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    Volvo Autonomous Solutions moves closer to driverless truck operations

    Head of On-Road Solutions Sasko Cuklev said he sees AVs potentially becoming a new mode of delivering freight.

    By • Nov. 7, 2025
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    Warehouse demand grows as companies push through tariff uncertainty

    Net absorption for U.S. industrial real estate increased nearly 20 million square feet year over year in Q3, buoyed by activity in Phoenix and Indianapolis, per Colliers.

    By • Nov. 6, 2025
  • ATA CEO Chris Spear talks on a stage at the San Diego Convention Center on Oct. 27, 2025, for the group's Management Conference & Exhibition.
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    ATA calls out tariff policies, notes potential strategy change

    American Trucking Associations CEO Chris Spear said the group could revise its current approach toward the trade policy if U.S. duties continue to delay recovery in the industry.

    By • Nov. 6, 2025
  • American Trucking Associations Chief Economist Bob Costello addresses MCE 2025 attendees during an annual address.
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    5 takeaways on the industry, economy from ATA’s Costello

    During MCE 2025, Chief Economist Bob Costello said rightsizing supply may be the only near-term solution for the ongoing freight recession.

    By • Nov. 5, 2025
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    Top-10 trucking issues report surfaces several new topics

    The American Transportation Research Institute’s 2025 list had the most new additions since the rankings began in 2005.

    By • Nov. 4, 2025
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    TFI operating income drops amid US woes

    Challenges with the carrier’s OEM and federal government customers come from tariff policy and the congressional funding-based shutdown.

    By • Oct. 31, 2025
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    California disputes federal funding threat of $158M

    The FMCSA also said the state’s CDL program could be banned if the state fails to properly check lawful immigration status in new commercial licenses and renewals.

    By • Oct. 28, 2025
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    XPO to record $35M cost over inherited legal issue

    The disclosure signals an end to a case that has moved back and forth in Oregon courts for over a decade.

    By • Oct. 27, 2025
  • Canada Prime Minister Mark Carney (right) and U.S. President Donald Trump (left) speak at the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alberta, on June 16, 2025.
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    Trump to raise Canada tariffs by 10%

    The announcement comes days after trade talks with Canada were suspended over an anti-tariff TV ad featuring parts of a 1987 speech by then-U.S. President Ronald Reagan.

    By • Oct. 25, 2025
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    Texas-based logistics company accused of age discrimination

    Gamer Logistics fired at least one person and refused to hire applicants age 65 or older, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission alleged in a complaint.

    By • Oct. 22, 2025
  • Trucks drive across the U.S.-Mexico border on Feb. 1, 2025, in San Diego.
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    US formalizes tariffs on heavy-duty trucks

    A 25% duty on trucks will begin Nov. 1, but some equipment manufacturers may qualify for cost offsets.

    By Philip Neuffer , • Oct. 18, 2025
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    FMCSA withholds around $41M in funding from California

    The federal government said the Golden State is refusing to actively enforce an English language proficiency policy with commercial drivers.

    By • Oct. 16, 2025
  • American Trucking Associations President Chris Spear addresses attendees of the 2024 ATA Management Conference & Exhibition on Monday.
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    ATA calls for more English testing, tougher CDL requirements

    The trucking group sent a letter to legislators, stressing road safety and protection of U.S. commercial activity.

    By • Oct. 15, 2025
  • President Donald Trump walks outside the White House on Oct. 10, 2025, in Washington, D.C.
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    Trump plans fresh China tariffs in response to rare earth export controls

    The 100% duties will begin Nov. 1 and stack on existing levies, the president said Friday, seemingly squashing a monthslong trade truce.

    By Philip Neuffer • Oct. 10, 2025
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    Transport companies are working closely with shippers on LTL overhaul

    Pitt Ohio and Echo Global Logistics are helping steer their customers toward proper implementation of the new NMFC.

    By • Oct. 8, 2025
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    Trump: Truck tariffs coming Nov. 1

    The president is pushing back a previously planned implementation date for the 25% levies, per a Monday social media post.

    By Philip Neuffer , • Oct. 6, 2025
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    Senate confirms FMCSA administrator

    Former Florida commercial vehicle enforcement leader Derek Barrs’ confirmation drew praise from industry groups.

    By • Updated Oct. 8, 2025
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    Trucking conferences to attend in 2026

    Mark your travel calendar with this annual guide of events for trucking industry leaders and stakeholders.

    By • Updated Oct. 3, 2025
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    CDL emergency ruling draws support from trucking groups

    The standard for obtaining a CDL has become stricter for non-U.S. citizen drivers, which the industry sees as a positive move.

    By • Oct. 1, 2025
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    DOT seeks input to reduce cargo theft

    Feedback could help the department close loopholes that some carriers exploit.

    By • Sept. 30, 2025
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    How Oct. 1 truck tariffs might play out for the industry

    Potential impact will largely depend on whether the policy affects truck parts and the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.

    By • Sept. 30, 2025
  • Freight trucks arrive at Pantaco Customs Complex in Mexico City with goods to be shipped to the U.S. The trucks are surrounded by piles of shipping containers.
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    CFOs expect tariff-fueled price pressures to persist into 2026

    On average, CFOs say price growth at their organizations would be roughly 25% lower next year if not for the impact of tariffs, according to survey results.

    By Alexei Alexis • Sept. 30, 2025
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    DOT: Emergency CDL rule doesn’t affect drivers domiciled in Canada, Mexico

    But the new regulation could still take out 5% of commercial drivers in the U.S., the government said.

    By • Sept. 26, 2025