Safety advocacy groups, including the Trucking Alliance group of large carriers, urged Congress to oppose measures to block a speed limiter mandate. Also: Trimac acquires Tennessee-based bulk carrier; Love s expands again with two new stops.
A bill introduced in the Senate would block FMCSA from mandating speed limiters on heavy-duty trucks. Also: Flatbedder PGT Trucking running lane with BEV for steel manufacturer; nominations open for Influential Woman in Trucking award.
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Several trucking associations are backing an effort in the U.S. Senate to block mandates for speed limiters on large commercial vehicles. The Deregulating
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