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CHEYENNE, Wyo., May 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Insurise Capital, a firm specializing in financing solutions for commercial insurance premiums, has announced its strategic shift to Input 1’s Premium Billing Service (PBS). This move aims to improve its service offerings and operational efficiency within the commercial trucking sector. Insurise Capital Enhances Trucking Insurance Services with Input 1’s Advanced Premium Financing Platform This decision aligns with Insurise Capital’s goal to partner with a firm that shares its commitment to harnessing technology for delivering exceptional value and service to its customers. The integration of Input 1’s Premium Billing System (PBS) will allow Insurise…

The states implementing CARB’s ACT restrictions this year include Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, and Washington. (Jim Still-Pepper/Getty Images) [Keep updated on transportation news: Subscribe to TTNews for updates.] Shipping Industry’s Response to California Emission Regulations State trucking associations that opted for California’s emission regulations celebrated the defeat of the Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) rule in the state, but they remain apprehensive about how similar regulations could still be enacted in their own states. Regulatory Changes in California The California Air Resources Board (CARB) discontinued its efforts to obtain the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s approval for the ACF rule…

The trucking industry has experienced a more significant loss of truck drivers over the past two years than initially believed, resulting in the number of trucking jobs returning to levels seen just before the pandemic struck nearly five years ago. Each January, the Bureau of Labor Statistics updates employment data from the previous five years. The revised figures reveal that nearly 70,000 trucking positions were eliminated from the economy in 2023 and 2024, a sharp increase from the previously reported loss of 41,000 jobs. In 2021 and 2022, a surge of truck drivers entered the field to capitalize on high…

Ice Road Truckers, a reality show aired on the History Channel from 2007 to 2017, highlighted the challenging lives of truckers who transport crucial supplies over frozen lakes and roads in Canada during winter. Have you ever been curious about the real earnings of Ice Road Truckers per episode? Is the financial reward worth the risks they face on the job? Hugh “Polar Bear” Rowland from Ice Road Truckers in Times Square (L) during a celebration for the new season (R). Photo: Matthew Eisman (modified by author). Source: Getty Images Overview Ice Road Truckers are responsible for delivering essential items…

Occupational Challenges for Loggers Loggers and log truck drivers confront significant workplace challenges, including operating heavy machinery, enduring long hours, and working in extreme conditions—often leaving before dawn and returning after dark. These factors contribute to their heightened risk of injury and fatalities. Research Overview At the University of Washington Pacific Northwest Agricultural Safety and Health Center, researchers conducted a survey with 45 loggers and log truck drivers across Washington, Oregon, and Idaho. The survey focused on stress levels, fatigue, workplace demands, sleep patterns, and available job supports. Additionally, interviews with nine logging employees provided qualitative insights into their experiences…

Candace Marley’s Perspective on Cybersecurity Risks Candace Marley, an owner-operator based in Iowa with over ten years of driving experience, recognizes that most trucks function like advanced computers on wheels. While the potential for cyberattacks is a concern among truckers, it is not the primary issue on her mind compared to other challenges like downtime and traffic. Marley mentioned her preference to avoid trucks with sophisticated computer interfaces, referring to her 2020 Peterbilt 579. The Lack of Awareness Around Cybersecurity Insurance An entire industry is dedicated to assisting fleets in managing financial risks from incidents ranging from accidents to natural…

The Trump administration has initiated a federal court action that may serve as the initial move to replace the Biden administration’s independent contractor (IC) regulation with its own alternative. In a case involving multiple trucking firms and the Louisiana Motor Transport Association (LMTA) as plaintiffs, the Trump Justice Department successfully requested a postponement from a federal appellate court regarding oral arguments scheduled for this week. These arguments were related to an appeal of a lower court’s decision that declined to impose an injunction blocking the implementation of the Biden IC rule. In its request to the U.S. Court of Appeals…

February Truck Transportation Employment Report The February employment report for truck transportation indicates a continuing decline, leaving the industry in a restricted employment range. Seasonally adjusted jobs in truck transportation have decreased by 15,400 since February 2024. While this isn’t the largest year-over-year discrepancy in recent years, it follows a significant drop in August 2023 due to the closure of Yellow—marking the first major downturn after years of growth following the pandemic. Since then, employment numbers in the sector have been steadily decreasing. Following the closure of Yellow, the Bureau of Labor Statistics noted that truck transportation jobs were at…

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Update 2: On Thursday, March 6, Strathcona County RCMP announced that the proprietor and operator of the tractor-trailer involved have been charged. The driver received five citations under the Commercial Vehicle Safety Regulation, necessitating a court appearance. The Edmonton Police Service Commercial Vehicle Investigation Unit has issued 13 citations to the driver, amounting to nearly $25,000, for violations of both the Commercial Vehicle Safety Regulation and the Operator Licensing and Vehicle Control Regulation. The vehicle’s owning company also received nine tickets totaling over $13,000. Additionally, the driver was charged with causing damage to the roadway, which includes a summons for…