Trucking News

A recent survey examines the varying perspectives and attitudes of male and female truck drivers towards their daily routines and experiences within the trucking sector. On February 13, 2023, JW Surety Bonds published the findings of their survey, which involved 386 truck drivers as participants. Of the total respondents, 60% were female, and the remaining […]

Starting at 6 a.m. on Monday, March 27, the Michigan Department of Transportation will be making changes to the spring weight restrictions that are put in place every year to safeguard the state’s roads. These new adjustments will allow all state trunkline highways from the southern border of Michigan to US-10, which runs from Ludington

A legislator in Upstate New York has proposed a bill that aims to raise the speed limit on certain sections of major highways by 5 mph, from 65 to 70 mph. The objective is to align New York’s speed limit with that of other states, which already have a 70 mph limit. If the bill

A prominent trucking trade organization has expressed its deep concerns regarding recent reports that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) may grant waivers to California, allowing them to implement more stringent emissions regulations for heavy-duty trucks. The organization believes that this could have serious implications for the industry and is closely monitoring the situation. According to

In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the adoption of electric semi trucks in the USA. This is due to several factors, including advances in technology, changing consumer preferences, and government incentives aimed at reducing carbon emissions and promoting sustainability. One of the main drivers of the electric truck trend is the

We are reaching out to you today with important information regarding the current state of the freight market rates. As you may be aware, the freight industry has been experiencing some significant fluctuations in recent years, with rates reaching both highs and lows. Over the past few months, there has been speculation that the freight

According to FTR’s report, the trucking industry in the United States experienced better conditions in January due to increased freight volumes and rates. Despite slightly lower utilization and higher fuel costs, these improvements helped to offset those factors. The FTR Trucking Conditions Index, which monitors various factors such as freight volumes, rates, capacity, fuel prices,

It is likely that federal regulators will approve a reduction in motor carrier fees collected for registration and safety programs in 2024. However, they may need to increase those fees in 2025 for the first time in at least a decade. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is proposing a reduction of around 9% in

On Tuesday, a group of advocates for truck safety wrote a letter to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, urging the federal government to implement measures that would prevent hazardous material (hazmat) crashes, prioritize public safety over corporate profits, and protect communities. They emphasized that such actions could potentially save lives. The letter from the Truck Safety Coalition, which

Idaho’s Transportation Department has disclosed its intentions to enhance its online renewal process, which will now encompass the renewal of Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs). The department has stated that qualified CDL holders can expect quick and hassle-free license renewals through the online platform, which can be accessed from the comfort of their homes. This new