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Newsby Jack RobertsMarch 25, 2020

Drivers Struggle to Stay Healthy as COVID-19 Spreads

Truck drivers have moved back into the national spotlight as they keep freight moving during the COVID-19 pandemic. At the same time, however, they are at risk for exposure to the virus themselves.

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Newsby StaffMarch 25, 2020

CVSA Postpones Roadcheck due to COVID-19 Outbreak

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has decided to postpone International Roadcheck, in a move intended to expedite the movement of freight during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Newsby StaffMarch 25, 2020

EKA Solutions Offer Remote Business Service for Brokers

EKA Solutions will now offer its Omni-TMS platform to brokers who are operating their business partly or entirely remotely due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Newsby 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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Newsby 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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Newsby 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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Newsby 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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Newsby Deborah LockridgeMarch 23, 2020

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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Newsby 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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Newsby 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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