Regulations

Texas-based fuel hauler R.B. Stewart recently petitioned FMCSA for an exemption to deploy Intellistop’s pulsating brake lamp modules, pushing the number of individual commercial fleets seeking approval for the safety technology to 10.

Texas fuel hauler petitions FMCSA for Intellistop approval

Angleton-based R.B. Stewart is the 10th commercial carrier to seek a five-year regulatory exemption to deploy the supplier’s pulsating rear safety modules.

Oct. 26, 2026

Grote Industries continues to expand its portfolio of commercial vehicle safety technologies, combining advanced warning lighting with smart-trailer visibility solutions to reduce collision risks across fleet operations. Grote this week introduced its next-generation 4SEE technology after first unveiling the advanced rear-collision warning system at last year’s MCE.

Equipment

Grote advances commercial vehicle fleet safety

Oct. 20, 2026

Roadside commercial vehicle enforcement data directly impacts carrier CSA scores and industry safety standings. Under FMCSA’s fully implemented DataQs overhaul across all 50 states, motor carriers now have guaranteed review timelines and independent appeal tiers to challenge disputed inspection reports and crash records.

States adopt reformed DataQs system for carrier safety

Oct. 20, 2026

Ventura Transfer Company CEO Randy Clifford—who NTTC leaders elected as the association’s 2022-23 NTTC chairman—recently served on the nine-member search committee, ensuring bulk haulers and smaller fleets were well represented in the selection of ATA's new president.

Fleet Management

An ‘unconventional’ path: Inside ATA’s search for a new president

Oct. 19, 2026

Through rigorous safety programs, innovative data use, and a people-focused approach, Usher Transport has distinguished itself in the tank truck industry, winning NTTC safety championships and strengthening partnerships with major shippers like Chevron.

What’s in Print

Ultimate vindication: Intensive audit hones Usher’s winning Heil bid

Oct. 15, 2026

Focusing on emerging threats like nuclear verdicts, driver hiring risks, and AI compliance, Tenstreet’s general counsel offers practical steps for trucking companies to build a strong safety culture, ensure legal adherence, and leverage technology responsibly.

Fleet Management

From highway to headline: 3 legal risks for private fleets

Oct. 9, 2026

A recent multi-state operation focused on freight corridors, emphasizing the importance of interstate collaboration to identify unsafe drivers, prevent crashes, and combat credential fraud in the trucking industry.

Multi-state enforcement sweeps unqualified truckers

Oct. 8, 2026

U.S. Rep. Kevin Hern, R-Okla., fourth from left, recently visited one of Groendyke Transport’s newest terminals in South Tulsa, Oklahoma, for a tour and policy roundtable.

ATA chairman talks tort reform with Rep. Kevin Hern

Oct. 6, 2026

Tank Truck Week 2026 in Oklahoma City will address economic volatility, technological advancements, and geopolitical tensions impacting bulk haulers, offering strategies to turn challenges into competitive advantages through expert-led sessions and networking.