Regulation


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    Trucking industry unaffected by restrictions on connected vehicle parts — for now

    The federal government plans to issue a separate rule restricting the use of automotive technology tied to China and Russia in commercial vehicles.

    By Jan. 16, 2025
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    California withdraws Advanced Clean Fleets EPA waiver request

    The proposed rule would have required manufacturers to phase out diesel trucks by 2036.

    By Updated Jan. 15, 2025
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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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    5 trucking regulations to watch in 2025

    The industry expects a rollback of federal rules under a second Trump administration.

    By Jan. 15, 2025
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    Sticky inflation, tariffs could challenge trucking’s path to recovery

    Trade restrictions could complicate the Federal Reserve’s goal of balancing inflation and low unemployment, according to an FTR analyst. 

    By Jan. 14, 2025
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    Old Dominion forecasts ‘not just growth but prosperity’ in 2025

    CEO Marty Freeman described "compelling reasons for optimism" about a turning of the tide for businesses this year.

    By Jan. 14, 2025
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    Key trucking trends to watch in 2025: tariffs, M&A and rate changes

    “The macroeconomy looks good,” one economist said. “But at the same time, we do see policy shocks.”

    By , Jan. 9, 2025
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    Final rule to overhaul H-1B visa eligibility requirements takes effect Jan. 17

    Employers should be prepared for potential disruption caused by the rule, attorneys for law firm Fragomen wrote this week.

    By Ryan Golden • Jan. 9, 2025
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    Plus hires another former FMCSA deputy chief

    Earl Adams Jr., who led the agency's efforts on autonomous trucking, joined the AV tech firm as VP of public policy and regulatory affairs.

    By Jan. 8, 2025
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    Keys to longevity: Business lessons from three 100-year-old LTL carriers

    Dedication to customers and employees, plus investments in growth, are critical to long-term success, executives told Trucking Dive.

    By Dec. 19, 2024
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    EPA grants California waiver for low-NOx truck emissions rule

    The American Trucking Associations and Owner-Operator Independent Driver Association blasted the move, which could be short-lived.

    By Dec. 19, 2024
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    Fed trims main interest rate, signals prospect of less easing in 2025

    Policymakers reduced the benchmark interest despite signs that their nearly three-year fight to push down inflation to their 2% target has stalled.

    By Jim Tyson • Updated Dec. 18, 2024
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    Workers are willing to disclose disability — but few ask for accommodation

    Nearly 3 in 4 workers who request an accommodation have their requests denied, Deloitte said.

    By Kathryn Moody • Dec. 17, 2024
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    Trump’s FMCSA chief will have significant sway over trucking

    The next head of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration will have power over speed limiters and other regulations.

    By Dec. 16, 2024
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    Paccar recalls 221K trucks with Bendix ECUs

    Roughly 221,000 vehicles across 23 models from Paccar are affected, widening a recall by multiple OEMs connected to the supplier. 

    By Dec. 16, 2024
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    Trump calls for 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico

    The president-elect also called for additional 10% tariffs on imports from China as part of his day-one White House plans. 

    By Philip Neuffer • Updated Nov. 26, 2024
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    Trump nominates Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer for secretary of labor

    The American Trucking Associations encouraged a thorough vetting of her positions on independent contractor law.

    By Ginger Christ • Nov. 23, 2024
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    ATA urges manufacturers to leave California Clean Truck Partnership

    "The shifting political landscape creates an opportunity," President Chris Spear wrote in a letter to Cummins, Daimler, Volvo and other truckmakers.

    By Nov. 22, 2024
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    Nebraska sues truck makers alleging conspiracy in electric-truck transition

    The antitrust lawsuit accuses heavy truck manufacturers of conspiring with California to reduce the supply of diesel-powered semi-trucks, raising prices.

    By Justin Bachman • Nov. 21, 2024
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    FMCSA proposes tougher broker transparency rules

    The agency wants brokers to make electronic transaction records readily available and help improve access.

    By Nov. 21, 2024
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    California’s climate disclosure laws survive first legal challenge

    Business groups filed a lawsuit against the California Air Resources Board and alleged that California is attempting to act as a national emissions regulator.

    By Zoya Mirza • Nov. 20, 2024
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    ‘Exceptional’: DOT secretary nominee would support trucking priorities, groups say

    Former U.S. Rep. Sean Duffy understands trucking issues and will be an ally of the industry, ATA, OOIDA and TCA said.

    By Nov. 19, 2024
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    Shareholders approve redomestication of PAM Transport

    The domicile switched from Delaware to Nevada, but no physical changes to the business or its operations occurred.

    By Nov. 15, 2024
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    Greenlane plans to forge ahead with EV charging

    The joint venture remains confident that electrifying trucking nationwide "transcends political divides," CEO Patrick Macdonald-King said.

    By Nov. 13, 2024
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    4 employment actions to expect under a second Trump presidency

    Employers are likely to see immigration raids, agency chair replacements and a slowing in regulatory activity, according to the law firm Littler.

    By Emilie Shumway • Nov. 12, 2024
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    Daimler, Cummins support emissions goals, despite uncertainty

    Ahead of a second Trump term, some OEMs indicated a willingness to continue advancing efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

    By Nov. 12, 2024