Fleetowner 4693 Roundup6
Fleetowner 4693 Roundup6
Fleetowner 4693 Roundup6
Fleetowner 4693 Roundup6
Fleetowner 4693 Roundup6

December 11, 2014: Fatigue focus of restart debate; Report finds high rate of trucking injuries; EU may table truck safety/efficiency reforms.

Dec. 11, 2014

Here is a look at what is happening in the world of transportation this morning:

  • Truck driver fatigue is becoming a flashpoint in the debate over a controversial budget bill rider, notes StreetsblogUSA; a rider that would suspend the 34-hour restart provision within current hours of service (HOS) rules.
  • The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries says in a new report trucking suffers from one of the highest rates of workplace injuries.
  • A story in TriplePundit claims that trucking companies are becoming more “sustainable.”
  • A trucking firm wins a local township zoning dispute, according to the Wilkes-Barre Times Leader.
  • A powerful storm is striking broad expanses of Northern California, reports Fox News; transportation is expected to be affected.  
  • Who gets the monetary benefit from lower diesel prices, truckers or shippers? Businessweek delves into that thorny question.
  • A new set of truck safety and efficiency rules being debated by the European Union may be tabled until 2022, reports Reuters.
  • The Teamsters just scuttled another unionization vote at one of FedEx Freight’s Pennsylvania terminals, notes Yahoo News, leaving the union down 3-8 in its unionization efforts to date at the giant LTL carrier, according to the Memphis Business Journal.
About the Author

Sean Kilcarr | Editor in Chief

Sean reports and comments on trends affecting the many different strata of the trucking industry -- light and medium duty fleets up through over-the-road truckload, less-than-truckload, and private fleet operations Also be sure to visit Sean's blog Trucks at Work where he offers analysis on a variety of different topics inside the trucking industry.

Sponsored Recommendations

Tackling the Tech Shortage: Lessons in Recruiting Talent and Reducing Turnover

Discover innovative strategies for recruiting and retaining tech talent in the trucking industry at our April 16th webinar, where experts will share insights on competitive pay...

Stop Sweating Temperature Excursions

Advanced chemical indicators give you the peace of mind that comes from reliable insights into your supply chains. Compromised shipments can be identified the moment they arrive...

Stop Sweating Temperature Excursions

Advanced chemical indicators give you the peace of mind that comes from reliable insights into your supply chains. Compromised shipments can be identified the moment they arrive...

How Electric Vehicles Help You Prolong the Life of Your Fleet

Before adopting electric vehicles for commercial/government fleets, prioritize cost inquiries. Maintenance is essential; understand the upkeep of EV fleets. Here’s what you need...

Voice your opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of FleetOwner, create an account today!