ATA President Chris Spear: Congress Is Better Forum for Autonomous Technology Discussions
WASHINGTON — The trucking industry’s chief representative on Oct. 26 called on Congress to take the lead on policy decisions regarding self-driving commercial technology.
October 26, 2016Smaller US Trade Deficit Adds to Chances of Bigger GDP Rebound
Tracking estimates of third-quarter U.S. growth are rising because of a shrinking merchandise trade deficit, though a drop in September imports shows a step back in underlying demand in the economy.
October 26, 2016Advisory Panel Asks FMCSA to 'Get a Seat at the Table' on Autonomous Truck Issues
A Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration advisory committee formally asked the agency to get “proactive and involved” with a Department of Transportation inter-agency group to get the commercial motor vehicle industry “a seat at the table” to work on the design, safety and regulatory aspects of autonomous trucks.
October 26, 2016Wisconsin Receives $1.615 Million in FHWA Emergency Funds After Floods
U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx announced on Oct. 25 that the Federal Highway Administration is making $1.615 million in emergency relief funds available to Wisconsin to help begin repairs to roads and bridges damaged by major flooding in August and September in Buffalo and Trempealeau counties.
October 26, 2016Consumer Confidence Retreated More Than Forecast in October
Consumer confidence declined more than forecast in October, as households became less upbeat about the economy and labor market, figures from the New York-based Conference Board showed Oct. 25.
October 26, 2016Warn Drivers About Drug Mix Side Effects, FMCSA Board Urges
Members of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Medical Review Board on Oct. 25 voted unanimously to ask primary care physicians and certified medical examiners to consider if drivers are qualified to operate trucks and buses if they are prescribed a mix of narcotics and depressants.
October 25, 2016Idaho Trucker Chosen to Deliver Capitol Christmas Tree in Kenworth T680
Twin Falls, Idaho, truck driver and business owner Gary Amoth has been selected to drive the truck that will take the U.S. Capitol Christmas tree from McCall, Idaho, to Washington, D.C., in November.
October 25, 2016Wisconsin Using Grants to Reduce Crashes
For a third straight year, Wisconsin’s State Patrol has received federal and state funding in hopes of continuing to reduce large truck crashes in the state. The yearlong grants of nearly $500,000, which boosted the three-year total over $700,000, took effect Oct. 1.
October 25, 2016Regulators Announce Date for Greenhouse Gas Phase 2 Final Rule
A rule aimed at reducing carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions from heavy- and medium-duty trucks will take effect in two months, federal regulators announced Oct. 25.
October 25, 2016Richard Carlson Elevated to Permanent Kansas DOT Chief
Richard Carlson, acting secretary of the Kansas Department of Transportation since Mike King resigned under fire on July 15, had the acting part of his title removed by Gov. Sam Brownback on Oct. 24. However, the State Senate still must confirm the appointment.
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