Trucking Company Shares Training Methods After Semi Driver Hostage Incident
Two suspects were shot dead by Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers during a standoff and hostage situation in Vandalia, Ohio.
Lithium-ion Batteries are a Growing Concern for the Logistics Industry
A recent fire incident on the car carrier, Fremantle Highway, carrying electric vehicles and lithium-ion batteries, has brought attention to the safety concerns associated with transporting products containing such batteries in the logistics industry.
Canadian Trucking Company Ordered to Rehire Truck Driver Fired for Drinking and Driving
A female truck driver was fired by Groupe Robert, a Canadian trucking company, after a crash on June 30th, 2022.
Labor Department Initiates Program Aimed at Reducing Warehouse Injuries
The Department of Labor has launched a three-year "national emphasis program" aimed at improving workplace hazard prevention in warehouses, distribution centers, processing facilities, and high-risk retail establishments.
Volvo Recalls 63,095 Trucks Due to Defective Wiper Motors
Volvo Trucks North America is recalling 63,095 trucks in the U.S. and Canada due to a potential issue with the windshield wiper motor.
Congress Urged to Regulate Self-Driving Vehicles for Safety and Uniform Standards
Advocates for the self-driving vehicle industry have urged Congress to take action and regulate autonomous cars and trucks.
California Nears Ban on Driverless Trucks Amid Regulatory Concerns
The California Senate Transportation Committee approved Assembly Bill 316, aiming to ban driverless trucks in the state, even for testing purposes.
Fire Continues to Blaze on Car-Carrying Cargo Ship Near Dutch Bird Sanctuary
A cargo ship carrying cars remains ablaze near a Dutch bird habitat, and firefighters and salvage crews are waiting for the flames to subside before attempting to board the vessel.
American Teens are Hitting the Road Less
American teens are increasingly delaying getting their driver's licenses, with the share of teenagers aged 16-19 with licenses declining from 64% in 1995 to around 40% in 2021.
Industry Bodies Clash Over Costs and Effectiveness of Truck Underride Guards
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's (NHTSA) proposal for side underride guards on newly built large trucks has led to opposing views from prominent industry bodies.
Automatic emergency braking systems are becoming more common
The development and implementation of autonomous vehicles (AVs) have raised questions about their safety and reliability.
Embracing the 'Costco Model' for Improved Value and Quality of Health Care
The healthcare supply chain's vast array of product options is becoming a challenge for health systems, driving up costs and reducing economies of scale.
U.S. Workplace Safety Regulator Implements Rule Requiring Electronic Reporting of Worker Injuries
The U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has finalized a rule that mandates employers in “high-hazard” industries to electronically submit detailed data on worker injuries.
NTSB Investigates Fatal Bus Collision with Parked Trucks on Ramp
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is investigating a tragic bus collision with three parked tractor-trailers on an exit ramp near Highland, Illinois.
Union Pacific Railroad to Test Conductors in Trucks as it Renews Push for 1-Person Crews
Union Pacific (UP) is set to resume its efforts to implement one-person train crews by conducting a pilot program in Nebraska and Colorado.
New Approach Emerges in the Speed Limiter Debate
The House Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Subcommittee has advanced an appropriations bill that includes a provision to prevent the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) from using funding for its speed limiter rule-making.
OSHA Increases Focus on Warehouse and Distribution Center Safety
OSHA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, has launched a national emphasis program aimed at reducing workplace hazards in warehouses, distribution centers, and similar facilities.
Northeast Hit by Intense Rain and Flooding: Evacuations, Road Closures, and Rising Risks
Unprecedented rain and flash flooding continue to wreak havoc across the Northeast, leading to evacuations, road closures, and heightened risks.
US Automakers' Transition to Electric Vehicles Raises Concerns Among Workers, Complicates Politics
Workers in the United Auto Workers (UAW) union are expressing concerns that major automakers are using the transition to electric vehicles to undercut wages, leading to tensions between the union and the Biden administration.
Air Traffic Control Reform: A Path to Addressing Flight Delay Problems
United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby's concerns about air traffic control issues causing flight delays in the New York region are supported by a Department of Transportation audit, which revealed severe understaffing in critical air-traffic facilities.