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Transportation businesses face a host of dynamic risk issues that can significantly impact their financial and operational health. The news in this category focuses on the latest safety and security initiatives, resources and regulations and addresses topics that include fleet safety, claims administration, driver hiring and retention, risk management and compliance.

Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Stellantis Recalls 200,000 Plug-in Jeeps Over Fire Risk

This recall is the latest setback for Stellantis, which has been grappling with declining sales, a falling stock price and unrest among dealers and unions.

Keith Laing | Bloomberg News
September 30, 2024
Business, Technology, Safety, Autonomous

Tesla Clears Hurdle in Suit Over Self-Driving Tech

Tesla is embroiled in numerous lawsuits over the Full Self-Driving feature, including from Tesla investors who claim they were misled.

Rachel Graf | Bloomberg News
September 30, 2024
Government, Business, Safety

Supplies Rushed to Communities Isolated by Helene

ASHEVILLE, N.C. — A crisis unfolded in western North Carolina as officials rushed to get more water, food and other supplies to flood-stricken areas without power and cell service Sept. 30. 

September 30, 2024
Government, Business, Safety

Helene Lashes the South With Wind and Sheets of Rain

CRAWFORDVILLE, Fla. — Hurricane Helene roared ashore as a powerful Category 4 storm in Florida, trapping residents in rising floodwaters and knocking out power to millions of customers. 

September 27, 2024
Business, Safety, Logistics

Lithium Battery Fire Halts Work at L.A., Long Beach Ports

Several terminals at the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are closed Sept. 27 after a big rig overturned on a vital roadway and the lithium batteries it was carrying caught fire.

Laura Curtis | Bloomberg News
September 27, 2024
Business, Technology, Safety

Truckstop Rolls Out Automated Risk System for Brokers

Truckstop has introduced a risk assessment system that offers freight brokers automated tools to help address the growing challenge of sophisticated fraud.

September 26, 2024
Government, Business, Safety

Baltimore Longshoremen Sue Over Bridge Collapse Fallout

BALTIMORE — A group of Baltimore longshoremen has sued the owner and manager of the Dali, the containership that caused the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.

Lea Skene | Associated Press
September 26, 2024
Business, Safety

Innovative Ways to Manage How Regional Enforcement Disparities Impact Your CSA scores

Program Aired: September 26, 2 p.m. ET Join us for a live webinar where we'll explore strategies to enhance your security preparedness and future-proof against emerging threats. We'll cover critical topics such as visualizing and mitigating potential risks, preparing for evolving crime challenges, and effectively managing operational expenses. Special focus will be given to perimeter security assessments and optimizing operational efficiency.

September 26, 2024
Government, Business, Safety, Logistics

Watch: ATA Calls on Congress to Streamline Transport Credentials

Essential transportation workers could soon face fewer fees and redundant screenings, thanks to new legislation backed by American Trucking Associations and a coalition of more than 150 supply chain organizations.

September 26, 2024
Government, Business, Safety

Helene Races Toward Florida as Major Category 3 Storm

CRAWFORDVILLE, Fla. — Fast-moving Hurricane Helene was advancing Sept. 26 across the Gulf of Mexico toward Florida, threatening a “catastrophic” storm surge in parts of the state.

September 26, 2024