Tag: DOT

Since semi truck safety issues are currently in the national spotlight, the Ohio Trucking Association has declined to support a speed increase that could help truckers cover more distance during hours of service.

In a progressive move to comply with the new federal hand-held cell ban, Volvo standardizes Bluetooth enabled radios in it's commercial truck line.

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Surface transportation analyst Thom Albrecht gives his thoughts on key transportation industry issues from 2011 through 2012 and how to think strategically about improvements.

Get a look at some quick, capsulized news stories that concern every truck driver and transportation industry worker each week.

It should come as no surprise to anyone in the transportation industry that federal and state regulation has been the top topic for 2011. Review what happened here.

The NHTSA studies show that stability control systems can potentially save a few more lives on the road. Is the projected cost worth it?

Once again, new regulatory policy out of Washington passes because it looks good on paper, but does it work in real life?

FMCSA HOS Final Rule was handed down early, with expected and unexpected changes to current guidelines, making future court battles likely...

News about the trucking and transportation industry condensed into a short format. This week, the FMCSA's hand-held cell ban, fuel tampering lawsuits and more...

Sometimes truck drivers see something on the road that's just plain unacceptable. We want you to know what you can do to make our roads safer.

You get the call from a carrier who has an interesting proposition. Are you able to trust them? Arm yourself with info by getting the carrier's FMCSA rating report online.