Trucking Industry

Wave of cargo thefts grows; up 46% over first quarter of 2023 CargoNet The surge of cargo thefts — often by elaborate fraud and identity theft schemes — plaguing the trucking industry continues to mount.  In the first quarter of 2024, criminal activities impacting the logistics and transportation industry reached new highs, even amidst the sustained […]

Roadcheck reminder: International inspection effort is May 14-16 CVSA One last reminder: The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) International Roadcheck is scheduled for May 14-16. During this high-visibility, high-volume commercial motor vehicle inspection and regulatory compliance enforcement initiative CVSA-certified law enforcement personnel will inspect commercial motor vehicles and drivers at weigh/inspection stations, temporary sites and

Truck carrying 15 million bees to blueberry fields crashes on I-95 Maine Department of Public Safety  A tractor-trailer carrying 15 million bees rolled over Thursday evening on Interstate 95 near Clinton, Maine. The truck was heading north to Washington County when it crashed at about 7 p.m. near mile marker 141. The bees were being

A mileage tax for Michigan motorists? Lawmakers want $5M for pilot program Road usage charges are among the alternative road funding options policymakers are exploring to address long-term revenue needs for Michigan’s transportation network. (Shutterstock)  Budget plans set for votes in Michigan Legislature include $5 million for a ‘road usage charge’ pilot program Push for

TRAFFIC Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at Georgia’s 511 operations Saturday is Georgia 511 Day   ATLANTA — The Georgia Department of Transportation will pause this weekend to honor the people who help guide you through metro Atlanta’s challenging traffic. Saturday, May 11, is 511 Day in Georgia. It’s a chance to recognize the state’s 511 traffic operators who watch