Regulation

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    US blocks quick USMCA extension, putting annual review process into motion

    The U.S., Mexico and Canada will continue negotiating potential adjustments to the trilateral free trade agreement, which will remain in place until at least 2036.

    By Phil Neuffer • July 2, 2026
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    Small business group challenges brokers’ request for FMCSA standard

    Meanwhile, the Transportation Intermediaries Association told Trucking Dive that current publicly available data is woefully inadequate.

    By • July 2, 2026
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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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    Prime Inc. seeks $11M refund from IRS

    A legal complaint says the federal government should reimburse the trucking company for wrongfully collecting diesel taxes tied to its refrigerated trailers.

    By • June 26, 2026
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    Proposed Ghostruck Act aims to restrict ELD edits

    Under the bill, drivers, dispatchers and other personnel would have to be physically based in North America to update the records.

    By • June 24, 2026
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    Industry groups press FMCSA after Supreme Court decision expands legal risk for brokers

    The Small Business in Transportation Coalition says unrated carriers could be discriminated against due to the justices' decision.

    By • June 23, 2026
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    Fed holds benchmark rate steady

    Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh repeatedly said the central bank’s monetary policy committee will push down inflation toward its 2% goal.

    By Jim Tyson • June 18, 2026
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    Hub Group interim CFO to receive $125K monthly

    Interim CFO Todd Heeter will receive the monthly fee over a six-month term as the company works to accurately restate its financials for the past three years.

    By Grace Noto • June 9, 2026
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    Consortium to develop California ‘Green Truck Corridor’

    The Port of Long Beach, the Wonderful Co. and Lincoln Transportation Services will work together to improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gases on the trade route.

    By • June 4, 2026
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    Central Transport reaches $5.5M settlement with EEOC

    The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said the carrier violated federal law for refusing to hire qualified women truck drivers.

    By • May 27, 2026
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    Volvo Group North America takes nearly $197M hit in CARB settlement

    The California Air Resources Board alleged that 10,000 Volvo truck engines used auxiliary emission control devices that violated the state’s emissions certification process.

    By • May 26, 2026
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    Supreme Court decision raises stakes for broker hiring practices

    The landmark decision found that a third party can be sued for negligent hiring, creating a shakeup in how brokers defend their businesses in future lawsuits.

    By • May 21, 2026
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    Federal surface transportation bill adds provision for national AV guidelines

    Kodiak AI Founder and CEO Don Burnette says the move is a step to give regulators the tools to oversee “the scaled rollout of autonomous trucks.”

    By • May 20, 2026
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    Supreme Court delivers sweeping decision against CH Robinson

    A safety provision empowering states means brokers are not immune from negligent hiring claims, according to the justices.

    By • Updated May 14, 2026
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    ArcBest shareholders agree to shift incorporation to Texas

    The carrier’s board of directors cited concerns over recent litigation and judicial frameworks in Delaware as part of the reasoning for the change.

    By • May 14, 2026
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    Court OKs $3M payout in Knight-Swift employee retirement case

    A federal judge approved a class-action settlement over how the company invested and the amount of 401(k) fees that workers paid.

    By • May 13, 2026
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    FMCSA to expand Motus registration overhaul in Q2

    The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s new system aims to increase security and save time for registrants.

    By • May 12, 2026
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    Appeals court rejects requests to pause non-domiciled CDL rule

    The new regulation has the ability to slowly sideline most noncitizens from trucking.

    By • May 7, 2026
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    Toyota to build a hydrogen fueling station in Southern California

    A partnership with Hyroad Energy will bring 40 hydrogen fuel cell Class 8 trucks to the company’s North American Parts Center supply warehouse.

    By • May 4, 2026
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    California removes restrictions on driverless trucks

    The regulatory overhaul now lets heavy-duty, autonomous trucks operate on public roads without a safety driver once proper permitting is secured.

    By • April 30, 2026
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    New York sues sues DOT, FMCSA over funding loss

    The state says non-domiciled commercial driver licenses and learners’ permits were issued in compliance with federal standards, including legal immigration status.

    By • April 27, 2026
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    ATRI lists 2026 research priorities

    The organization’s six priority areas range from regulatory to weather impacts in an effort to better aid industry responses.

    By • April 24, 2026
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    Regulatory changes weeding out low-priced capacity: Knight-Swift CEO

    Federal actions such as crackdowns of non-compliant CDL schools are in the early stages of producing more favorable market conditions, Adam Miller said.

    By • April 23, 2026
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    Interstate registration fees slated to rise by 20%

    Unified Carrier Registration plan and agreement fees will increase by $9 to over $9,000, depending on the size of a carrier.

    By • April 21, 2026
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    FMCSA to withhold $73.5M from New York over non-domiciled CDL issues

    “This is unacceptable and a significant safety risk,” FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs said in a final determination letter.

    By • April 20, 2026
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    Trump adjusts tariffs for steel, aluminum, copper

    Goods made entirely of the metals will still face a 50% tariff, but the levy will be reduced to 25% for certain derivative goods, effective April 6.

    By Phil Neuffer • April 3, 2026