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Transport Topics government and regulatory coverage keeps managers of a highly-regulated industry aware of the policy decisions that can shape their businesses. Covering both the legislative and regulatory aspects of policy-making, at both the state and national levels, the news in this category includes looks at infrastructure, hours of service, emissions rules, funding measures, leadership appointments, and more. Readers can follow what’s happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.

Government, Business, Safety

Two Charged in 2020 Murder of Fellow Staged Accident Scammer

Federal authorities have indicted two individuals in the 2020 murder of Cornelius Garrison, a fellow participant in staged accidents with tractor-trailers who was cooperating with the FBI.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
May 9, 2024

TT Podcasts: RoadSigns

To retread or not to retread, that is the question. For some maintenance managers, the debate between purchasing new tires or retreads is constant.

May 9, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics

House to Examine Baltimore Bridge Collapse May 15

WASHINGTON — A House panel this month will review concerns associated with efforts at the Port of Baltimore, where crews will eventually rebuild the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
May 8, 2024
Government, Business, Equipment, Safety

New Idaho Law OKs Truck Idling for Resting Drivers

A new Idaho law takes effect July 1 allowing commercial vehicles to idle when drivers are resting inside and also when perishable goods are being delivered.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
May 7, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

NHTSA Seeks Information From Tesla on Autopilot Fix

DETROIT — Federal highway safety officials want Tesla to tell them how and why it developed the fix in a recall of more than 2 million vehicles equipped with the company’s Autopilot system.

Tom Krisher | Associated Press
May 7, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

Suspicious Chinese Frying Oil Hurting US Biofuels Business

China is flooding the U.S. with used cooking oil that the biofuel industry says may be tainted, hurting American farmers and President Joe Biden’s push to promote climate-friendly energy.

May 7, 2024
Government, Safety

Most CMV Drivers Killed in 2022 Crashes Weren't Buckled Up

Safety experts and regulators have for years been alerting truck drivers about the dangers of not wearing seat belts, and the results have been tragic for those who did not heed the warnings.

Eric Miller | Senior Reporter
May 7, 2024
Government, Fuel

Diesel Price Sheds 5.3¢ to $3.894 a Gallon

The national average diesel price slid 5.3 cents a gallon to settle below $3.90 for the first time in 13 weeks, according to Energy Information Administration data released May 6.

May 6, 2024
Government, Safety

Homendy’s NTSB Reappointment Before Senate

The nomination of Jennifer Homendy to continue leading the National Transportation Safety Board awaits a vote in the Senate.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
May 6, 2024
Government, Business

End of Tolls Coming for Alabama’s Foley Beach Express Bridge

A toll-free ride across the Foley Beach Express Bridge in Orange Beach, Ala., will be a reality for the first time in more than 20 years now that the state has reached a deal to purchase the span.

Noël Fletcher | Staff Reporter
May 6, 2024