Drivers Win $5 Million in Settlement With Trucking Companies
A group of trucking companies in Southern California will pay $5 million to settle a class-action lawsuit brought by drivers who alleged that they were improperly treated as independent contractors, according to a court filing July 14.
July 15, 2016Senate Confirms Blair Anderson for DOT Post
The Senate on July 14 confirmed Blair Anderson to be undersecretary for policy at the Department of Transportation.
July 15, 2016Commercial Vehicle Inspectors to Conduct Brake Checks Sept. 11-17
Commercial vehicle inspectors will be out in force beginning Sept. 11 to conduct brake system inspections on large trucks and buses throughout North America.
July 15, 2016Behind the Wheel of a Self-Driving Truck
Being one of the few CDL holders with an autonomous endorsement to drive a truck with “self-driving” capabilities is a dubious claim to fame. But there it is. And why, if the truck drives itself, is there a need for a credential?
July 15, 2016Fleets Cite Safety Gains, Reduced Claims Costs With Onboard Cameras
PHILADELPHIA — Several fleet safety executives said their investments in technologies such as collision mitigation systems and onboard video have significantly reduced crashes and claims costs at their companies.
July 15, 2016Senate Confirms Scott Darling as FMCSA Administrator
Before adjourning for seven weeks, the Senate on July 14 confirmed Scott Darling to lead the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
July 15, 2016Consumer Sentiment Drops High Earners Shaken by Brexit
Consumer confidence in the United States dropped in July as U.K.’s vote to leave the European Union flustered high-income earners.
July 15, 2016Alaska Governor Expects Budget Impasse to Continue Until November
Alaska Gov. Bill Walker said on July 14 that he doesn’t expect a legislative impasse over his budget vetoes to be solved until after the November elections. He spoke on the eve of what he expects will be an attempt by both houses of the Legislature to override his vetoes. The impasse has now lasted into a fifth special legislative session.
July 14, 2016Rep. Graves Skeptical Next President Will Act on Transportation in First 100 Days
WASHINGTON — The next occupant of the White House will look to make a “huge splash” on myriad issues, but transportation funding will not be one of them, Rep. Sam Graves (R-Mo.) said at a conference here on July 14.
July 14, 2016US Transportation Activity Stalls, Fed Reports
U.S. transportation activity stalled from April to July as freight volume and rail cargo declined in several regions, the Federal Reserve reported.
July 13, 2016