Trucking News

Final HOS Decision: Court Declares ‘FMCSA Won The Day’

"We grant ATA’s petition in part and vacate the rule insofar as it subjects short-haul drivers to the 30-minute off-duty break requirement. In all other respects, the petitions of both ATA and Public Citizen are ...Denied."

Pilot Flying J, Truck Driver Settle Toilet Seat Lawsuit

Pilot Flying J has been in court a lot lately, but this case is unique.

DOT Secretary Formally Announces Proposal To Eliminate Paperwork Burden

Today, U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx announced the agency has completed a proposal that eliminate the burden of a daily paperwork requirement for drivers.

Thieves Steal Truck, Leave Behind $200K in Liquor

Technology was used to track down the truck and its load.

Clown Who Sexually Assaulted Trucker Avoids Jail Time

The former entertainer who sexually assaulted a truck driver will not face jail time.

Oregon Troopers Seeking Truck Driver Who Witnessed Fatal Crash

While most states do not hold witnesses accountable, Oregon law 811.705 states that witnesses who have left the scene of an accident before their statement has been taken may even receive a ticket.

Despite Ruling,Teamsters Still Questions Safety of Mexican Pilot Program

The Teamsters today questioned the safety of Mexican trucks after a federal court refused to rehear the union's challenge to the U.S. Department of Transportation's cross-border truck pilot program.

Man Who Killed 2 Truck Drivers To Be Executed

A man who brutally killed two truck drivers, in separate incidents, will be executed this week.

Notorious Trucker Spy Sentenced, Will Not Face Jail Time

The infamous trucker spy will not face hard time.

Two More Pilot Flying J Employees Go Before A Judge

Two more Pilot Flying J employees went before a judge today.

Swift Faces Suit Over Background Checks

Swift Transportation is facing a class-action lawsuit for allegedly violating the Fair Credit Reporting Act by conducting background checks on prospective employees without their consent or knowledge.

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