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On Tuesday, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced extensive new emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks that will take effect starting in Model Year 2027. EPA Introduces “Strongest-Ever” National Clean Air Standards The EPA unveiled a Final Rule on heavy-duty truck emissions standards on December 20. The agency claims that these new emissions regulations are the “strongest-ever national clean air standards,” stating they are over 80% more stringent than the existing regulations. This change represents the first modification to federal heavy-duty truck emissions standards since 2001. The new rule will come into force 60 days following its publication in the…

TACOMA, Wash. Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI), a prominent provider of specialized workforce solutions, alongside Centerline Drivers, a TrueBlue subsidiary recognized as one of the most esteemed partners in the transportation sector, marked its fourth annual “Respect the Drive Month.” This initiative is dedicated to appreciating the significant contributions of truck drivers across the country. Additionally, the company unveiled a customer awards program to honor businesses that support the trucking sector. Significance of “Respect the Drive Month” Centerline Drivers established “Respect the Drive Month” to pay tribute to truck drivers, particularly crucial as the industry grapples with…

Truck Driver’s Lucky Break at Wawa COLLEGE PARK, Md. (DC News Now) — With just a quick stop at Wawa and a $5 investment, one truck driver hit the jackpot, winning $50,000. About the Winner Clayton Webb, a long-haul trucker from North Carolina, frequently delivers across nine states and enjoys trying his luck with lottery games during his travels. The Winning Moment On July 1, after completing a delivery in Silver Spring, he spent the night in College Park. While there, Webb decided to visit a nearby Wawa store at 10050 Baltimore Ave. to play the lottery. Striking Gold He…

Both truck dealers, lenders, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), and buyers are set to gain from the reinstatement and expansion of 100% bonus depreciation under the newly passed One Big Beautiful Bill. Businesses can once again claim 100% bonus depreciation on eligible assets, including heavy machinery and commercial trucks, that are put into use after January 19. This legislation, approved by President Donald Trump on July 4, halts the previously planned phase-out and raises the rate from 40% to 100% for qualifying assets. While the permanent increase in bonus depreciation encourages larger and more frequent truck acquisitions, the implications of the…

The self-employed truck driver Niclas Nordström was trapped by snow on Sweden’s E22 motorway for a total of 20 hours on Wednesday and Thursday, describing the experience to The Local as the most severe weather he has faced in his 30-year career. Nordström, who has operated his own road freight business since the 1990s, shared that he mistakenly assumed the congested traffic would be resolved when he took the E22 on Wednesday. He, along with approximately 1,000 other drivers, found himself stuck around Linderöd around 1:45 PM. “The cause of the traffic jam had occurred much earlier, so I thought…

Recent activity has been reported by the Department of Transportation’s Office of Inspector General and the Chief Financial Officer of Florida regarding three trucking-related offenses, which include a CDL testing scheme, a household goods moving scheme, and insurance fraud. New York Trucker Sentenced for CDL Testing Scheme Aziz Akhrorov, a truck driver from Queens, New York, received a sentence of time served, alongside a $1,000 fine and a $100 special court assessment after admitting to his involvement in a conspiracy to illegally produce Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs). The OIG reported that Akhrorov compromised testing procedures at the Florida Department of…

Labor Department’s New Rule Faces Backlash from Trucking Industry The Department of Labor has recently introduced a new regulation to clarify the distinction between employees and independent contractors, prompting strong opposition from the trucking sector. Set to come into effect March 11, this rule reverses a policy established during the Trump administration and reinstates prior standards for worker classification. According to the Department of Labor, “The new ‘independent contractor’ rule reinstates the multifactor analysis that courts have utilized for years, ensuring a comprehensive evaluation of relevant factors in determining a worker’s status as either an employee or an independent contractor.”…

Achieving a restful night on the road is a challenge for many truckers, and for those with sleep apnea, it can be nearly impossible to get the necessary REM cycles to recharge for their next shift. This presents a serious risk for individuals operating 80,000-pound trucks traveling at 60 mph. Sleep apnea is often linked to obesity, which, according to Healthy Trucker of America, impacts half of the country’s truck drivers. A study from the University of Pennsylvania, funded by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and the American Transportation Research Institute, estimates that sleep apnea—ranging from mild to…

New Dealership in Greenfield GREENFIELD — The individual who acquired two local dealerships from McGovern Automotive Group approximately four months ago is set to launch Greenfield Truck & Equipment on Beacon Street in the coming weeks. Acquisition Details Alex Castergini Jr. finalized the purchase of McGovern Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram located at 39 Beacon St. and McGovern Chevrolet at 54 Main St. Although he initially contemplated closing the Beacon Street location because he was reluctant to relocate the business as required by manufacturers, he opted to proceed after identifying a necessity in the area. Identifying Community Needs “I recognized there…

The self-employed truck driver Niclas Nordström faced a daunting situation when he was stuck in heavy snow on Sweden’s E22 motorway for 20 hours on Wednesday and Thursday. He described the conditions as the worst he has encountered in his 30-year career, as reported by The Local. Having operated his own road freight business since the 1990s, Nordström admitted he mistakenly thought the blocked traffic would be resolved by the time he took the E22 on Wednesday. He joined around 1,000 other drivers who found themselves halted near Linderöd around 1:45 PM. “I assumed the police would have already diverted…