Regulations

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Steve Dowling, with over 35 years of law enforcement and transportation experience, has been appointed as FMCSA’s chief safety officer to improve safety and operational efficiency across the U.S. trucking industry.
The veteran’s blend of law enforcement and fleet management experience will strengthen the agency’s mission of reducing highway crashes, per FMCSA’s administrator.
Aug. 14, 2026
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From left to right, Fleet Maintenance’s John Hitch, Bulk Transporter’s Jason McDaniel, FleetOwner’s Jade Brasher, and Trailer/Body Builders’ Kevin Jones gather for a panel discussion to break down the American Transportation Research Institute’s report on the rising costs of trucking in this episode of The Fleet Lead.
The Fleet Lead
Aug. 10, 2026
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The BUILD America 250 Act includes a significant 10% dry bulk axle variance favored by tank truck stakeholders, including NTTC leaders, alongside reforms supporting vehicle weight limits, workforce development, and safety regulations, though some provisions face opposition.
Aug. 10, 2026
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Effective Sept. 3, PHMSA regulations permit domestic tank truck carriers to store emergency response information electronically, reflecting the trucking industry’s technological evolution and enhancing safety and efficiency, supporters contend.
Aug. 5, 2026
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The U.K. chemical supply chain is struggling with high operating costs, logistics disruptions, and subdued demand, impacting both local and international markets. These challenges highlight global supply chain volatility and potential ripple effects for U.S. manufacturers relying on U.K. intermediates.
Aug. 4, 2026
NTTC
NTTC Advocacy Chair Hans Schaupp, at left, and NTTC Chairman Jeremy Mairs, at right, joined FMCSA Administrator Derek D. Barrs at the White House launch event for the new Freedom Haulers campaign.
July 31, 2026
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A recent poll shows overwhelming bipartisan support among American voters for increased highway funding and infrastructure improvements, with 78% urging Congress to act before the current law expires.
July 10, 2026
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Former Army Ranger Ryan Davis, who lost both legs and his right arm in combat, delivered the keynote address during the 2026 NTTC Annual Conference in Baltimore, Maryland.
July 2, 2026
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The attendees at National Tank Truck Carriers’ 2026 Annual Conference in Baltimore, including new and outgoing NTTC chairs Jeremy Mairs and David Price, experienced a dynamic event filled with networking, innovation, and strategic discussions—all captured in this comprehensive photo gallery highlighting the energy and progress of the bulk transportation sector.
July 2, 2026

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