U.S. airlines cancel flights as winter storm bears down
U.S. airlines canceled thousands of flights on Tuesday ahead of a blizzard that has promised near-record snowfall in the U.S. Plains and the central Midwest.
Winter Storm Pounds Midwest, Heads Toward Northeast
A huge winter storm that is pounding the middle of the country with snow and ice Tuesday has left roads dangerous in many states and its moving toward the Northeast, news services reported.
Truckers deal with tough conditions
Monday night wind and snow is making conditions less than ideal for travel. On Interstate 29 south of Sergeant Bluff, Iowa, snow is skimming the roadways.
Congressman ‘not convinced’ U.S. ready for cross-border trucking
A California lawmaker who is “not convinced” that the country is ready for a cross-border trucking program with Mexico is calling for a Congressional hearings before the border is opened.
FMCSA presses forward with EOBR mandate for all trucks
All truckers subject to the hours-of-service regulations are targeted by a proposal by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to mandate electronic on-board recorders in all trucks.
Weather prompts HOS waiver in Missouri
Bracing for the recovery from a major winter storm pounding most of the state, the Missouri Department of Public Safety waived hours-of-service requirements until Sunday, Feb. 6.
Pennsylvania bill would toughen snow-free vehicle rule
As a large portion of the nation is being engulfed by a significant snow event, a Pennsylvania state lawmaker is pursuing legislation that is intended to encourage car and truck drivers to clear snow and ice off their vehicles.
FMCSA to host listening session on HOS proposal
In keeping with the trend established leading up to the proposed hours-of-service regulations, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is once again seeking public input.
Virginia governor’s road plan moves forward
A Virginia House panel has endorsed Gov. Bob McDonnell’s $4 billion transportation plan. The House Appropriations Committee voted 17-5 to advance the plan to the House floor for consideration. If approved there, it would move to the Senate where the …
Tennessee gov claims he was unaware reg delay benefits family business
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam says he was unaware – when he delayed new environmental rules – that it might benefit his family’s business. Haslam and his family are majority owners of Pilot Flying J.