Trucking News

Statement in Support of the Biden Administration’s “Day of Action to Raise Awareness and Advocate for the Prevention of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment in the Trucking Industry.”

Washington, D.C. – During Sexual Assault Prevention and Awareness Month, the Alliance for Driver Safety & Security, also known as The Trucking Alliance, offers its’ support of the Biden Administration’s…

Trucking Alliance Carriers to Launch Registered Apprenticeships for Newly Licensed Truck Drivers

US Department of Labor and the Trucking Alliance have partnered to promote registered apprenticeships for the truck driving profession. Apprentices will receive the education and hands-on training in operating…

Trucking Alliance Carriers Can Help Shippers Reduce Liability Risks

Shippers should weigh their liability risks when selecting a freight carrier. For example, a truck driver who abuses illegal drugs while operating a tractor trailer is a lethal safety combination….

DOT Under Reporting Cocaine and Opioids Abuse Among Truck Drivers

Washington, DC – New research finds that truck drivers abuse cocaine more than marijuana, contrary to reports by the US Department of Transportation (DOT). “Our research found that DOT is…

Biden Administration Announces Strategy to Recruit Truck Drivers

The Biden Administration’s recognition that a strong economy depends on having a strong trucking/logistics industry is spot on. This public private partnership can work.

Safety Measures Included in House Infrastructure Bill

Washington, D.C. – Safety reforms supported by The Trucking Alliance were adopted in the INVEST in America Act, passed by the U.S. House of Representatives late Thursday. Among these reforms…

Bill Introduced to Cap Top Speeds of Large Trucks

Washington, D.C. – Representative Lucy McBath (GA-06) and Representative John Katko (NY-24) have introduced a bipartisan measure to limit the speed of heavy commercial trucks. The “Cullum Owings Large Truck…

FACTS REGARDING DRUG IMPAIRMENT IN THE TRUCKING INDUSTRY

Facts are mounting to support action by the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA) to address an acute drug abuse problem among US truck drivers. FMCSA should no longer wait…

Is DOT Ignoring Drug Impaired Truck Drivers?

Washington, DC – On June 25, 2015, a truck driver with methamphetamines in his system was traveling north on Interstate 75, near Chattanooga, Tennessee. Traffic had slowed because of road…

What Happens With a Biden Administration?

What will a Biden Administration do to improve highway safety and reduce large truck crash fatalities? Industry advocates weigh in here