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March 19, 2024

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Underride Retrofit Requirement Topic of Conversation for NHTSA Safety Committee

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Advisory Committee on Underride Protection (ACUP) convened to address underride crashes and fatalities, focusing particularly on trailers. ...

March 18, 2024

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Florida Trucking Association Promoting Safe Driving through New Initiative

Through its “Share the Road” initiative, the Florida Trucking Association is actively promoting road safety and awareness. This comprehensive effort encompasses public service announcements ...

March 15, 2024

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Physical Safety is a Key Focus for the Trucking Industry

In February, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced plans to study sexual assault and harassment within the commercial motor vehicle industry, sparking ...

March 12, 2024

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$180 Million Awarded to Safety-Related Transportation Programs

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently declared the availability of over $180 million in grants to bolster roadway safety. These grants, a ...

March 1, 2024

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USDOT Maintains Commitment to Preventing Deaths on US Roadways

State governors convened at the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) headquarters in Washington on February 21 to express solidarity with the department’s National Roadway ...

February 27, 2024

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New Tech Could Warn Drivers About Upcoming Traffic Congestion and Slowdowns

In an effort to enhance road safety, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is set to implement innovative technology at 13 high-congestion sites across ...

February 20, 2024

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Wrong Way Project Testing in Kentucky Planned for Summer 2024

A $9.5 million initiative aimed at preventing wrong-way crashes in Kentucky is set to enter the testing phase later this year. The Kentucky Transportation ...

February 20, 2024

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Are Underride Guards a Safety Concern?

The Advisory Committee on Underride Protections, led by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), is dedicated to exploring ways to diminish underride crashes. ...

February 16, 2024

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Truck Drivers Concerned Over Safety in Face of Proposed CDL Changes

The FMCSA recently issued a notice of proposed rulemaking with the intention of enhancing flexibility for state driver licensing agencies and applicants. The proposed ...

February 13, 2024

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Schneider Makes History and Wins 3 National Safety Council Awards

Schneider National, a multi-modal transportation and logistics company, has been honored with the National Safety Council’s (NSC) Green Cross for Safety Advocate Award for ...