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Safety & Complianceby StaffMarch 24, 2020

Canada, Mexico Borders Closed to Everything But ‘Essential Travel’

While the U.S., Canada, and Mexico are all in agreement concerning the current restrictions on border crossings, all parties also acknowledge that the bans will not stop the commercial trucking industry from the making the necessary deliveries throughout North America.

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Fleet Managementby Deborah LockridgeMarch 24, 2020

Trucking Industry Events Cancelled, Postponed Due to COVID-19 Outbreak

This listing shows the latest news on trucking industry events or trade shows that have either been cancelled or postponed in the ongoing effort to contain the COVID-19 virus.

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Safety & Complianceby StaffMarch 24, 2020

FMCSA Gives Commercial Drivers Extension on Expiring CDLs, Medical Cards

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration issued a limited waiver for commercial drivers whose commercial licenses/permits and/or medical cards have expired or are set to expire after March 1, 2020.

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Driversby StaffMarch 24, 2020

Drivewyze Adds Pennsylvania Rest Area Closure Notifications

Drivewyze said drivers using its services can now find out ahead of time if an upcoming rest area is open or closed. 

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Equipmentby StaffMarch 24, 2020

Cummins to Offer 18-Speed Endurant Transmission as X15 Engine Option

The X15 Performance Series and Endurant XD powertrain is optimized for high gross combined weight on-highway and severe on and off highway applications.

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Driversby Deborah LockridgeMarch 23, 2020

Truckers Greeted With Free Meals During COVID-19 Crisis

As reports have circulated about truckers having a hard time getting food on the road during the COVID-19 pandemic, some groups and companies have stepped up to help out.

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Equipmentby Jack RobertsMarch 23, 2020

Trucking-Related Manufacturers Idle Production Facilities Due to COVID-19

A number of truck makers and suppliers are choosing to temporarily idle production facilities as part of a national effort to help slow the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States.

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DOT Issues Guidance on Drug and Alcohol Testing During COVID-19 Pandemic

The Department of Transportation has issued guidance on drug and alcohol testing for federally regulated transportation workers, as fleets and commercial drivers may face challenges complying with regulations due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Driversby Jack RobertsMarch 23, 2020

Increasing Number of State, Local Governments Order People to Stay Home

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, an increasing number of state and local governments have issued orders restricting public gatherings and even told residents to "shelter in place." Trucking, defined as essential by the federal government, is not subject to these orders.

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Equipmentby StaffMarch 23, 2020

Michelin, Cooper Tire Announce Temporary Shutdown of Manufacturing Facilities

Michelin North America, Inc. and Cooper Tire & Rubber Company have both announced a temporarily shut down of tire manufacturing facilities in North America in an effort to protect the health and safety of their employees amid the coronavirus outbreak.

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