19.11 | 2019 Freight Volume Realities
Could Colorado’s pending vehicle booting regulation be a model for the nation?
A new rule in process in Colorado would place a statewide prohibition on the booting of any vehicle that is occupied. Some watchers note Colorado’s approach could provide a model for other states when it comes to vehicle immobilization devices and heav…
EPA erred in pursuit to repeal glider kit regs, watchdog finds
Delivering another blow to an early Trump-era push to roll back emissions regulations capping production of glider kit vehicles, the Environmental Protection Agency’s internal watchdog has said the agency skirted required steps in the process of crafti…
Fleet fulfills 95-year-old woman’s trucking dreams
Alabama carrier gives her a ride and a smile
California Will Not Enforce Truck-Trailer GHG Rules for at Least Two Years
The California Air Resources Board is suspending enforcement of its greenhouse-gas emission standards for trailer for at least two years.
BYD Hires Former Tesla Exec for Truck Division
A licensed civil engineer, Aaron Gillmore was selected by Building Design + Construction Magazine as one of the 40 under 40 industry leaders in 2007.
Truck loses tire; SUV hit and driver hospitalized
Trucker drove on for 5 miles
Social Media Rumor Creates Fear About White Vans
An increase of social media posts about white vans being involved in kidnapping, sex trafficking, and selling body parts has sparked fears. While there is no evidence behind the claims, are traditional users of cargo and passenger vans — business owner…
Bad roads lead to bad truck accidents in Los Angeles
Truck dangles from overpass
ELDs innocent until proven guilty as highway killers
To establish a clear link between ELD use and fatalities, the burden of proof is on whoever makes the allegation. If anything, the underlying numbers weigh against that conclusion.