FMC order a step toward relieving truckers of 'astronomical' detention fees

Ocean carriers failing to follow the agency's interpretive rule on detention and demurrage "might constitute a violation of" the Shipping Act.

By Matt Leonard • Feb. 18, 2021

Senate confirms Pete Buttigieg as DOT secretary

Confirmation came nearly two weeks after Senate nomination hearings, during which Buttigieg said the "time is now" for infrastructure investment.

By Chris Teale , S.L. Fuller • Updated Feb. 2, 2021

California proposes points system to track zero-emissions trucks at warehouses

Road transport has been at the forefront of Southern California's emissions crackdown.

By S.L. Fuller • Jan. 21, 2021

FMCSA to gather data for sleeper-berth pilot

The agency's new HOS initiative would have hundreds of drivers test a 6/4 split and a 5/5 split.

By S.L. Fuller • Jan. 20, 2021

Businesses face challenging labor landscape under Biden

Changes in the treatment of independent contractors and the attractiveness of unions could usher in more complicated — and expensive — workforce policies.

By Robert Freedman • Jan. 19, 2021

How cameras change the narrative on truck driver safety

Fleets using in-cab cameras said they pay for themselves within months, as video exonerates drivers in crashes and drops insurance premiums.

By Jim Stinson • Jan. 11, 2021

FedEx to pay $2.4M to settle drivers' misclassification suit

New Jersey's "ABC test" for determining if a worker is an employee or an independent contractor is similar to California's process under AB5.

By Lisa Burden • Jan. 8, 2021

Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao resigns following insurrection at Capitol

Chao said the department will help President-elect Joe Biden's pick for transportation secretary, Pete Buttigieg, assume the post.

By S.L. Fuller • Jan. 7, 2021

The DOT’s to-do list: What trucking can expect from Washington in 2021

Policies rescinded during the Trump administration may resurface with a Democratic majority in the House and Senate.

By S.L. Fuller • Jan. 7, 2021

Labor Department finalizes worker classification rule

The rule adopts a new test by which employers can determine whether a worker is an employee or independent contractor, though it is not binding for state governments.

By Ryan Golden • Jan. 6, 2021

Regulatory actions that helped shape transport in 2020

The FMCSA and the Department of Health and Human Services made moves that are set to have long-term effects on trucking.

By S.L. Fuller • Dec. 23, 2020

Trucking accelerates toward 'inevitable future' of EVs

​In 2020, several states set the stage to mandate zero-emissions trucks, but OEMs must bring economically viable options to the market.

By S.L. Fuller • Updated April 21, 2021

16 lingering questions fleets have about the FMCSA's final HOS rule

Do roadside inspections count for the 30-minute break? Do truck stop closures qualify as adverse driving conditions? FMCSA officials answer these questions and more. 

By S.L. Fuller • Dec. 22, 2020

How a Biden infrastructure deal might fare in a divided Congress

Although the country faces political gridlock, the time may be right for the president-elect to deliver on infrastructure initiatives that his predecessors did not, industry experts and political insiders said.

By Joe Bousquin • Dec. 18, 2020

EEOC: Employers can require proof of COVID-19 vaccination — with some exceptions

The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission's guidance comes as the trucking industry pushes for priority access to the vaccine.

By Ryan Golden , S.L. Fuller • Dec. 17, 2020

What Pete Buttigieg would bring to the Transportation Department

A $1 trillion infrastructure plan Buttigieg unveiled in January as part of his presidential campaign hints at what could be the agency's future priorities.

By S.L. Fuller • Dec. 15, 2020

Tyson Foods reflects on the benefits of using cameras instead of mirrors

The company expanded its pilot to 55 trucks after promising results and positive driver feedback. The next step is realizing a return on investment.

By Amanda Loudin • Dec. 10, 2020

Port of Rotterdam preps emergency parking for trucks without digital Brexit paperwork

Computer simulations show Europe's busiest port will need to park roughly 250 trucks as drivers complete customs forms.

By A.B. Brown • Dec. 2, 2020

FHWA: 79% of truck stops don't plan on adding parking

A lack of public facility development and research around parking business models contributes to a dearth of spaces for drivers.

By S.L. Fuller • Dec. 2, 2020

DOT pushes swift implementation of first pedestrian safety plan

The Pedestrian Safety Action Plan details proposals around street infrastructure, speed limits and other areas.

By Chris Teale • Dec. 1, 2020

The DOT under Biden: Does it really matter who's in charge at the FMCSA?

Two former agency officials discuss what might occur in the coming months at the highest level of the industry's main bureau.

By S.L. Fuller • Nov. 20, 2020

Biden unveils DOT transition team

Phillip Washington, CEO of the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority, will lead the president-elect's team of experts focused on the Department of Transportation.

By Jennifer Goodman • Nov. 17, 2020

Albertsons pays $2.5M to settle compensation lawsuit with truck drivers in California

A class of workers alleged the grocer's scheduling policy violated state law. 

By Lisa Burden • Nov. 12, 2020

Fleets face ELD challenges in dealing with the HOS final rule

Now that the HOS final rule is in effect, fleets must make sure their vendors and drivers are up to date on the latest regulations.

By S.L. Fuller • Nov. 9, 2020

The gas tax was already broken. The pandemic could end it.

Oregon's transportation department is leaning on funds from taxes on trucks, as passenger cars stay off roads and cause gas tax revenues to drop.

By Jason Plautz • Nov. 6, 2020