newsworthy DOT creates advisory committee on self-driving trucks November 30, 2016 DC Velocity Staff No Comments Department seeks 15 individuals with experience in freight, transportation, and robotics.Read More
newsworthy Trump picks Elaine Chao to run DOT November 29, 2016 DC Velocity Staff No Comments Nominee brings significant public policy experience to job.Read More
newsworthy Harold Ford, former Tennessee Congressman, tapped as new Secretary of Transportation November 23, 2016 Mark B. Solomon No Comments Scion of prominent political family has yet to accept offer, sources say.Read More
newsworthy DOT calls for mandatory speed limiters to be installed in new heavy-duty trucks August 26, 2016 DC Velocity Staff No Comments Maximum speeds will be set following comment period, NHTSA, FMCSA say in joint proposal.Read More
newsworthy DOT, EPA finalize more stringent emissions standards for tractor-trailers August 16, 2016 DC Velocity Staff No Comments Truckers cautiously optimistic; environmental group hails action.Read More
newsworthy DOT begins audit this month to assess impact of truck cargo delays June 16, 2016 DC Velocity Staff No Comments Audit to examine how available data can quantify the frequency of problem, impact on supply chains, broader economy.Read More
newsworthy U.S. transportation modes will carry 40 percent more freight by 2045 March 3, 2016 Ben Ames No Comments DOT 30-year freight projection predicts trucks will continue to carry more freight than air, vessel, pipeline, or rail.Read More
inbound Sensors find parking spots for tired truckers February 5, 2016 DC Velocity Staff No Comments Pilot program to provide truck parking updates via smartphone apps, dynamic road signage, and websites.Read More
newsworthy Diesel prices hit lowest weekly levels since March 2009, government data show January 13, 2016 DC Velocity Staff No Comments Price of $2.17 a gallon lowest since depths of Great Recession.Read More
newsworthy House negotiators kill longer-trailer provision in omnibus spending bill December 16, 2015 Mark B. Solomon No Comments Lawmakers freeze hours-of-service restart provision, order FMCSA to demonstrate its value in improving driver health, safety, and performance.Read More