Trucking Industry News
Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in the trucking industry through our industry articles covering breaking news, emerging trends, and key updates that impact drivers, fleet owners, and logistics professionals. From regulatory changes and advancements in trucking technology to shifts in market dynamics and industry forecasts, we provide comprehensive coverage of everything shaping the world of trucking.
New Freight Corridor Plan Could Help Fund Road Upgrades
A proposed DOT freight corridor plan could use highway rights-of-way for utilities while creating new revenue for future transportation upgrades.
Diesel Prices Now $2.20 Higher Than a Year Ago
Diesel Prices jumped 36.8 cents to $5.967 per gallon as oil market disruptions and tight distillate supplies continue to pressure fuel costs.
Hazmat Inspections: New CVSA Results Show 683 OOS
Hazmat Inspections resulted in 683 vehicles placed out of service during CVSA’s five-day blitz, with cargo, placard and shipping paper violations.
Truck Telematics: New ATRI Report Shows Top Uses
Truck Telematics are widely used for safety metrics, according to ATRI, including speeding, hard braking, driver distraction, and critical events.
Latest Spot Market Results: Rates Rise Across the Board
Spot Market rates rose across all equipment types, with dry van and reefer posting strong gains while flatbed ended an 11-week decline.
Weigh Station Bypass Now Available at 21 Oregon Sites
Oregon expands Weigh Station Bypass access to 21 Green Light sites, allowing qualified trucks to use the PrePass Mobile App without a transponder.
New CMV Inspections Results: 9,455 Violations in Indiana
Indiana CMV Inspections found 9,455 violations in 30 days, with 608 drivers and 655 vehicles placed out of service, plus 452 oversize violations.
Staged Crashes Could Bring Up to Life in Prison Under New Bill
The Stop Auto Fraud Act would make Staged Crashes tied to fraudulent insurance claims a federal crime, with higher penalties for serious injury...
New REVOKE Act Would Require Active USDOT Numbers
The REVOKE Act proposes stricter USDOT number requirements for motor carriers, including inactivation when federal registration rules are not met.
New Blatnik Bridge Plan Will Detour Trucks for Years
Blatnik Bridge construction begins ahead of a years-long I-535 closure that will shift truck traffic and reshape freight routes in the Twin Ports.
Alabama Reports New Results From Trucking Crackdown
Alabama reports assisting ICE with 561 detentions, issuing 1,022 English-language violations, and preparing for a new CDL law for truck drivers on October...
Cape Cod Bridge Replacement Now Clears Important Official Step
Cape Cod Bridge replacement plans clear a key federal step, moving the project closer to future construction and possible truck traffic impacts.
