Safety

Kodiak touts AV milestone: navigating a tire blowout

The company shared results of a series of self-driving tests in addition to a video showing how a truck can recover.

By David Taube • Nov. 30, 2022

More truck drivers bring pets along for the ride

CFI's pet ride-along program has seen an increase in furry co-pilots, providing comfort on long drives.

By David Taube • Nov. 29, 2022

ATRI leader warns about legal system pitfalls regarding crashes

Automobile drivers' responsibility in fatal truck crashes is getting lost amid nuclear verdicts, a senior vice president said.

By David Taube • Nov. 21, 2022

Truckers are uniquely positioned to fight sex trafficking, nonprofit says

Truckers Against Trafficking said drivers can provide “an extra set of eyes and ears for law enforcement.”

By David Taube • Nov. 16, 2022

An inside and on-the-road look at Plus’ semi-autonomous truck

The vendor gave Transport Dive a ride on Interstate 5 in California to demonstrate its AV technology.

By Colin Campbell • Nov. 16, 2022

FMCSA head targets sexual assault, other safety issues during Women in Trucking conference

Robin Hutcheson vowed to address barriers that keep more women from joining the industry.

By David Taube • Nov. 15, 2022

Sexual harassment goes underreported in trucking: FMCSA survey

Many women doubt that reporting an incident will lead to consequences, the agency found.

By Colin Campbell • Nov. 10, 2022

Women in Trucking founder talks breaking barriers, recruiting female drivers

Ellen Voie says carriers need to address harassment in the industry if they want to diversify their driver ranks.

By Colin Campbell • Nov. 7, 2022

‘Leaving talent on the table’: Buttigieg urges trucking to recruit more women drivers

The transportation secretary called the gender disparity “mathematical madness” amid a driver shortage.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 26, 2022

Paccar recalls over 76K vehicles due to digital display issue

A software problem involving certain 2022–2023 Kenworth and Peterbilt models prevents critical safety information from appearing on the display.

By David Taube • Oct. 25, 2022

ATA president touts legal, legislative victories in MCE address

American Trucking Associations chief Chris Spear highlighted the industry's fights over the vaccine mandate, truck tolling and infrastructure.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 25, 2022

5 trucking behaviors are strongly linked to future crashes: ATRI

A truck driver with a prior crash involvement had a 113% increased likelihood of a future crash, according to the report.

By David Taube • Oct. 17, 2022

FMCSA ends COVID-19 hours of service relief

An emergency provision to help ensure deliveries of certain freight during the pandemic expired.

By David Taube • Oct. 17, 2022

PGT Trucking partners with Penske in maintenance tech shift

The Pennsylvania-based carrier has moved away from an internal network as it works to ensure capacity in a tight freight market.

By David Taube • Oct. 5, 2022

Trucking voices press FMCSA on hair testing as agency awaits health ruling

Dozens of stakeholders participated in the agency's call for comments on the drug testing method. Here's a roundup of notable contributions.

By David Taube • Oct. 4, 2022

Buttigieg announces nearly $40 million in grants to expand truck parking

The money will pay for additional parking in Florida and Tennessee, plus tech to help drivers find open spaces.

By Colin Campbell • Oct. 3, 2022

Nikola recalls all Tre BEV trucks in US due to seat belt defect

The flaw could increase the risk of injury during a crash, according to the NHTSA.

By David Taube • Sept. 28, 2022

Hutcheson confirmed as FMCSA head, ending agency’s yearslong void

The agency has lacked a permanent leader since Ray Martinez left the post in late 2019.

By David Taube • Sept. 23, 2022

The great resignation — An opportunity to rethink your PPE offerings

What do your PPE offerings have to do with employee retention? Get insights from Red Wing for Business.

By Tito Warren, President Global Industrial Sales and Operations Red Wing Shoe Company • Sept. 19, 2022

Trucking executives share autonomous vehicle timeline projections

Multiple company leaders said they don’t expect the technology to be widespread during their careers.

By David Taube • Sept. 15, 2022

NHTSA strengthens standards for rear impact guards

The safety standards will require new trailers and semitrailer to better protect against underride crashes.

By David Taube • July 6, 2022

Autonomous trucking companies seek to show automation is road-ready

AV companies are conducting trials to show their technology is safe. Will they be enough to convince the public?

By Kate Magill • June 1, 2022

Automated inspections drive fleet efficiency

J.B. Hunt and Western Express are among carriers participating in an electronic inspection pilot program that could ultimately save drive time.

By Heather Larson • May 18, 2022

Officials hope to conduct 70K inspections for Roadcheck 2022

The event will focus on wheel end components and provide an opportunity for executives to highlight proactive safety practices.

By Heather Larson • May 16, 2022

By the numbers: Biden's budget priorities for transportation

A proposal to spend $3 billion in freight and highway projects is among the president's requests to Congress.

By Colin Campbell • March 29, 2022