An organization representing the Phoenix metropolitan area is conducting a study of truck parking issues in the region.
August 12, 2020truck parking News Updates
Stay informed with the latest truck parking news from Transport Topics, covering the critical issue of parking shortages impacting the trucking industry. Our coverage delves into state and federal initiatives, technological solutions and industry efforts aimed at expanding safe and accessible parking options for drivers. From new infrastructure projects to innovative partnerships, explore how stakeholders are working to alleviate one of the industry's most pressing challenges.
Government Groups Launch Truck Parking Survey for Northeast Region
Truck parking challenges in the Northeast amid the coronavirus pandemic — due in part to shipment type or route changes — are being surveyed by a group of 13 transportation departments and metropolitan planning organizations.
May 20, 2020Lawmakers Introduce Legislation to Increase Truck Parking
Lawmakers in the House of Representatives have introduced legislation that would address the lack of available truck parking. Reps. Mike Bost (R-Ill.) and Angie Craig (D-Minn.) are co-sponsoring the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act, which they introduced March 5.
March 10, 2020Trucking Industry Weighs In on DOT Freight Plan
Infrastructure investment and increased truck parking capacity are among the recommendations listed by freight haulers that participated in the Department of Transportation’s request for information on its National Freight Strategic Plan.
March 4, 2020FHWA to Release Updated Jason’s Law Truck Parking Survey
WASHINGTON — Results of a comprehensive national federal survey of truck parking availability will be made public in the next few months, according to a Jan. 15 presentation at the Transportation Research Board annual meeting.
January 15, 2020Florida DOT Surveys Stakeholders on Truck Parking Issues
The Florida Department of Transportation is conducting a survey to study truck parking issues.
October 17, 2019TruckPark App Added to HOS Software
Technology company TruckPark Inc. announced a strategic partnership with logistics and transportation industry software developer UTECH to provide truck drivers with easy access to find safe, secure parking.
July 25, 2019Urban Planning Must Consider Freight, Engineers Say
ALEXANDRIA, Va. — As cities continue to embrace designs for “complete streets,” tailored for cars, bicyclists and pedestrians traveling alongside one another, urban planners should consider freight needs too, engineering experts said.
June 12, 2019FHWA Grant Supports Truck Parking Project Along I-10
The Federal Highway Administration has awarded the Texas Department of Transportation nearly $7 million to fund a truck parking availability system along Interstate 10 in four states.
April 10, 2019ATRI Launches Online Survey on Truck Parking
The American Transportation Research Institute has launched an online survey to collect input from drivers on their preferences regarding data formats and delivery systems of truck parking availability information.
April 9, 2019