News & Reports
Freight Fraud Symposium; May 14 in Dallas
Every facet of the supply chain industry is susceptible to freight fraud. It costs millions of dollars annually in losses, while increasing prices and damaging reputations. In an effort to raise awareness of the issues, highlight solutions to the most pressing fraud...
Beyond Exoneration, Cameras Reduce Exposure to Nuclear Verdicts
If you are only using camera footage to exonerate drivers and want to be defendable in the face of costly litigation, use these four steps to build a best-in-class safety program. Mark Schedler Excessive verdicts in the United States have spread like wildfire on a hot...
Update: What You Need to Know About Dash Cams
The FMCSA has updated the Crash Preventability Determination Program (CPDP). One of the changes significantly affects dash camera users. Here's what you need to know. Tom Bray The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has updated the Crash Preventability...
16 Ways Artificial Intelligence is Impacting Trucking
Road Legends Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changer in various sectors, and the trucking industry is no exception. From optimizing routes and fuel efficiency to enhancing safety and improving fleet management, AI is revolutionizing the way trucks...
Trucking’s AI outlook: What solutions await in 2025
The artificial intelligence boom is poised to expand into 2025, bringing with it exciting new solutions for fleet operations. Improved large language models will be able to tackle significantly more complicated tasks, boosting safety and efficiency. Jeremy Wolf...
How federal agencies will regulate trucking this year
Jeremy Wolfe Donald Trump resumed control of the nation’s federal agencies this week. With a change in administration, what will agency management look like for 2025? This is the first part of a three-part series on 2025's regulatory outlook. You can read part two...
House looks to address Highway Trust Fund, lack of truck parking
Mark Schremmer Addressing Highway Trust Fund shortfalls and a lack of truck parking were among the topics discussed at the House Highways and Transit subcommittee’s first hearing of the 119th Congress. The subcommittee held the hearing “America Builds: Highways to...
FMCSA Approves ATA Plan to Reduce Time to Certify Inspectors
Plan Calls for Use of TMC 'Recommended Practices' as Training Guide Eric Miller A technician works on a Peterbilt truck engine. An individual now can become qualified as an inspector in as little as four months by following TMC’S Recommended Practices. (Peterbilt...
FMCSA grants ATA’s request for inspector exemption
Mark Schremmer The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has granted a limited five-year exemption to the American Trucking Associations from training or experience requirements related to conducting commercial motor vehicle inspections. FMCSA announced the...
FMCSA expands crash preventability review criteria
FMCSA has adopted its proposed changes to its Crash Preventability Determination Program (CPDP), adding four new eligible crash types and broadening the definition of existing crash types to include indirect consequences of actions of other motorists. The new and...