Groups Criticize New Rule on Special Hazmat Permits
Several trade groups told federal regulators that requiring more detailed information on applications for special permits to haul hazardous materials will not increase hazmat safety and will increase the paperwork burden on applicants.
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September 2, 2010Carrier Groups Hit New Hazmat Rule
Several trade groups told federal regulators that requiring more detailed information on applications for special permits to haul hazardous materials will not increase hazmat safety and will increase the paperwork burden on applicants.
August 31, 2010iTECH: Safety Concerns Drive Interest in Truck-Specific GPS
Never mind the deliveries you want to make on time — the deliveries you don’t want to make at all may be the best reasons to invest in a navigation system designed specifically for commercial truck operations.
August 30, 2010Letters: CSA Fallout, Mexican Tariffs
The prediction by some people is that the new CSA rules will take 5% or more over-the-road drivers off our highways. To some folks that may be a good thing.
August 30, 2010Trailer Orders Up 74% in July, Led by Surge in Dry Vans
Orders for new trailers rose 74% in July over July 2009, pushing year-to-date levels ahead by the same percentage, ACT Research Co. reported.
August 30, 2010Celadon Group Plans Share Repurchase
Celadon Group said it plans to buy back as many as 2 million shares by Aug. 31 of next year.
August 26, 2010CARB Recommends Compliance Extension
The California Air Resources Board staff is recommending an extension of the compliance deadlines for the state’s emission-reduction rule for 2003 transport refrigeration units.
August 23, 2010DOT Adding Test for ‘Ecstasy’ as Part of Stricter Drug Rules
The U.S. Department of Transportation said it is adding new tests for transportation workers to detect the designer drug “ecstasy,” while also lowering the positive threshold amounts of amphetamines and cocaine and adding a new marker to identify heroin use.
August 23, 2010