Industry News

Understanding the Impact of Nuclear Verdicts on the Trucking Industry The American Transportation Research Institute recently released comprehensive research that confirms that large verdicts against trucking fleets are increasing dramatically, both in number and in size of awards. ATRI’s research is partially based on a newly created trucking litigation database that provides detailed information on…

FMCSA has published new Hours of Service Rules WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) today published a final rule updating hours of service (HOS) rules to increase safety on America’s roadways by updating existing regulations for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers.     “America’s truckers are doing a heroic…

The FMCSA announces the start of the Crash Preventability Determination Program (CPDP).  Under this program, if you have an eligible crash that occurred on or after August 1, 2019, you may submit a Request for Data Review (RDR) with the required police accident report and other supporting documents, photos, or videos through the Agency’s DataQswebsite. On July 27,…

CDC Statement on Self-Quarantine Guidance for Greater New York City Transportation and Delivery Workers When we issued the self-quarantining guidance for greater New York City residents leaving this area, it was out of an abundance of caution to help protect U.S. areas with lower levels of COVID-19 spread. In line with our recommendations for other…

FMCSA just released an additional round of Emergency Declaration Frequently Asked Questions, covering important questions such as the inclusion of feed under the exemption and other products.  https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/emergency/expanded-emergency-declaration-under-49-cfr-ss-39023-no-2020-002-relating-covid-19 Frequently Asked Questions Related to the FMCSA Emergency Declaration Part 2: 03/25/2020 Note: This guidance document does not have the force and effect of law and is…

FMCSA published guidance on disruptions to drug and alcohol testing due to coronavirus. This guidance follows DOT’s department-wide guidance and provides answers to specific drug and alcohol testing questions raised by many trucking companies. The guidance is in effect until May 30, 2020.  FMCSA COVID-19 DRUG AND ALCOHOL GUIDANCE

A few have requested a template of a letter/notice for drivers to carry in their cabs that spells out “Truck Drivers have been designated as essential critical infrastructure workers by the Department of Homeland Security’s Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency”. Be advised, the use of this or any other similar type letter is NOT required…

The nation’s 3 million truck drivers are unsung heroes of the coronavirus crisis, working overtime to keep the critical supply chain moving. NBC’s Sam Brock reports for TODAY from Houston.  Click Here to View Video

Big Joe visits Goggin Cold Haul to see how they keep products on the road during the coronavirus pandemic. See the Interview’s below with Owner Tom Hodges. Great Videos! Remember to thank a trucker!!! Our truckers keep America going!!!  Part 1 Video Part 2 Video Part 3 Video

AN ORDER AMENDING EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 15 SUSPENDING PROVISIONS OF CERTAIN STATUTES AND RULES AND TAKING OTHER NECESSARY MEASURES IN ORDER TO FACILITATE THE TREATMENT AND CONTAINMENT OF COVID-19 TN EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 19