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House committee advances bill to replace warning triangles with flashing lights
The proposal passed a House committee this spring and now moves to the full chamber. Industry analysis estimates the safety changes could prevent nearly 500…
Regulation
Federal law overrides California propane cylinder rule
Carriers shipping propane to California can keep using federally approved non-reusable DOT-39 cylinders. The state rule would have required reusable containers…
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New hazmat rule allows shipping refrigerating machines with low-flammability gases
Carriers shipping refrigerating machines can transport up to 5,000 pounds of certain low-flammability refrigerants without a special permit. The change takes…
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Carriers may now carry electronic hazmat registration certificates
The change takes effect on September 3, 2026. Drivers can store the files on phones or tablets, but inspectors can still request them during stops.
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California permits heavy-duty autonomous truck testing
The new rules require developers to complete 500,000 miles of testing with a safety driver before moving to driverless operations. A union lawsuit challenges…
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NHTSA Clarifies Fuel Economy Standards Apply to Vehicles, Not Engines
The rule takes effect on August 31, 2026. Truck owners and operators should expect NHTSA to review current fuel economy rules in a future rulemaking to match…
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Safety Culture and Fatigue Management Matter More Than Compliance Alone
Rising insurance costs and litigation show that courts and brokers now judge carriers by actual safety practices, not just federal ratings. Small fleets can…
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CBP Proposes New Import Tracking Rules for Carriers and Importers
The proposal would update manifest requirements and require new supply chain documentation. Comments are due by December 1, 2026.
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Federal hazmat law preempts state tort claims for gasoline transport
The decision covers cargo tank motor vehicles carrying gasoline. It blocks state lawsuits that try to impose different safety duties on hazmat drivers for…
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