FMCSA Pushes Development of Automated Driving Systems
Developing a regulatory roadmap to address safety and security concerns for automated driving systems in commercial vehicles is critical, said FMCSA Administrator Ray Martinez.
Prime Inc. in #MeToo Hot Water For Alleged Sexual Harassment
The U.S. EEOC filed a lawsuit against New Prime Inc., alleging the trucking company failed to prevent the sexual harassment of a female truck driver.
Daimler Vans USA Recalls 7,400 Metris Vans over Loose Transmission Bolts
Daimler Vans USA is recalling more than 7,400 2015 through 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris vans over concerns about loose transmission support mounting bolts.
Daimler Recalls Trucks, Buses to Fix Faulty Brakes
Daimler Trucks North America recalled more than 21,000 vehicles to fix a variety of defects on its heavy-duty trucks, school buses and vans.
As US Xpress Goes Public, CEO Fuller Talks Nikola, Tesla and Trucking
U.S. Xpress Enterprises Inc., the fifth-largest full truckload carrier in the nation, raised $267 million in an initial public offering of its stock Thursday.
UPS Places Order for 950 Workhorse Electric Delivery Trucks
Shipping giant UPS said it will buy 950 electric delivery trucks from Workhorse Group in what looks to be a key order for the electric vehicle startup.
Repairs, Labor Crunch Lead to Rising Maintenance Costs for Truckers
Motor carriers already dealing with dramatic increases in diesel and driver wage expenses are watching maintenance costs soar.
Navistar Recalls Buses, Trucks to Correct Window, Brake Defects
Navistar recalled nearly 8,000 International school buses and 150 LT heavy-duty trucks to correct window and brake defects.
Truck Orders Double Amid Soaring Rates, Strong Freight Demand
Heavy-duty truck sales are running at the highest pace in years, as truck orders double amid a huge demand to haul goods.
Uber Freight’s New Fleet Mode Tool Targets Small Trucking Companies
Uber Freight rolled out its new fleet mode tool to small fleets after launching its smartphone app that matched independent truckers with shippers for loads a year ago.
Freight Growth Fueling Demand for Used Long-Haul Trucks
A surge in freight demand is fueling robust sales of used trucks, according to industry data and truck dealers.
Menards Claims NLRB Overstepped its Authority with Retaliation Charge
Home improvement retailer Menards is suing the National Labor Relations Board for meddling with companies it hires to deliver goods.