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After a strong end to 2014 and early 2015, the truck market has softened. With several unknown factors like regulations and fluctuating economic conditions, it looks like this trend may continue for a while.
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Ted Scott, vice president of engineering for the American Trucking Associations, had a succinct assessment of a recent federal regulatory proposal: “FMCSA has finally gone crazy.”
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The strongest argument against heavier rigs is the lack of payback due to low revenue from stingy shippers. That's the "market" at work.
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Former FMCSA Administrator Annette Sandberg told attendees at the FTR Conference that most of FMCSA'S current rulemaking workload is on hold until after Acting Administrator Scott Darling is confirmed as the Agency's next Administrator.
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As the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration readies a long-awaited proposed rule that would use CSA data in making Safety Fitness Determinations for motor carriers, it's also preparing for "Phase III" of the Compliance, Safety, Accountability program.
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EPA and NHTSA's public hearing on proposed GHG Phase 2 standards allowed fleets, manufacturers, environmental groups and legislators to air their concerns on the future emissions rules, often disagreeing on the particulars.
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The problem with the proposed Phase 2 GHG regulations is that Washington never sees the whole picture with the trucking industry.
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While lowering the age of drivers may cause panic in the media, being smart about training young drivers can significantly reduce the risks.
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We take a close look at the proposed 'Phase 2' greenhouse gas/ fuel economy rules.
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Despite projections of an economic slowdown, upcoming regulations could still require fleets to find large numbers of new drivers.
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