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SEARCHAs we look back at 2013, here's the second installment in our annual look at the top news stories of the year. Our list was compiled on the basis of popularity on our website, Truckinginfo.com, as well as our editors' opinions on which stories have the most impact on the trucking industry:
As we look back at 2013, here's the second installment in our annual look at the top news stories of the year. Our list was compiled on the basis of popularity on our website, Truckinginfo.com, as well as our editors' opinions on which stories have the most impact on the trucking industry:
9. FMCSA Declares Imminent Hazard on Three Drivers
Oct. 25 -- The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration named three truck drivers as imminent hazards for separate crashes in which people were either killed or seriously injured. The drivers had problems with potentially disqualifying medical conditions, blatant violations of hours of service, driving under the influence and other reckless behaviors. Read more.
8. 28 People Charged with Skimming More Than $1.7 Million from Trucking Companies
April 1 -- A 97-count indictment charged 28 people with violations including conspiracy, wire fraud and money laundering for their roles in a scheme that allegedly skimmed more than $1.7 million from trucking companies, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office and the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. Read more.
7. Ford: Moisture in Cooler Causing Loss of Power in F-150 EcoBoost Engines
May 29 -- Senior Editor Tom Berg reported on customer complaints about loss of power with Ford’s EcoBoost V-6 engine in its F-150 pickups. Ford explained that the problems stemmed from moisture accumulation in the trucks’ charge-air cooler. Read more.
How a former commercial vehicle enforcement officer turned director of safety at K&B Transportation is embracing real-world safety technology.
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When the unexpected happens, how you react to, and deal with operational blind spots is critical. Here’s how to keep you recovery on track, when nothing is normal.
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As fleets adopt artificial intelligence for routing, maintenance, and load matching, new security risks are emerging. Learn where the vulnerabilities are and how to put the right controls in place.
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The long-awaited registration system promises a single portal — and tighter fraud controls.
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CargoNet reports fewer supply chain crime events to start 2026. But losses hold steady as organized crime shifts tactics toward impersonation schemes and high-value goods.
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Heavy Duty Trucking is searching for forward-looking leaders at trucking fleets as nominations for HDT’s Truck Fleet Innovators 2026. Deadline is May 15.
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Cargo theft rings plant operatives as drivers inside legitimate, fully vetted carriers, then execute coordinated thefts that look like a traditional straight theft from the outside.
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A modest sequential increase capped the strongest quarterly performance in years, signaling continued freight momentum in early 2026.
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More than 300 carriers across 26 states have been sent to collections as the Ohio Turnpike cracks down on toll evasion and delinquent payments.
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The American Transportation Research Institute will examine driver coaching, regulatory impacts — including the "Beyond Compliance" concept —and weather disruptions that shape trucking operations.
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