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In case you missed it: Commercial Vehicle Outlook Conference wrap-up

The 2014 Commercial Vehicle Outlook Conference in Dallas offered fleet and supplier attendees with insight on the future of trucking and how carriers are using technology today and will use technology

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Seat belts, natural gas pains and a glimpse at the future

A couple of news stories caught my eye this week – and it’s only Tuesday.  The first item, from The Huffington Post, details current research into seatbelts – specifically shoulder belts, which could – in the very near future

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Regulatory comments: Hours rule forces coercion; shippers, brokers need accountability

Common themes of regulatory criticism popped up often in the public comments offered on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s proposed driver coercion prohibition rule, chief among them being

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CSA data changes: Agency changes protocol to account for due process in citations

Violations against drivers or carriers that are dismissed or result in a “not guilty†ruling will no longer count in Compliance, Safety, Accountability scoring nor on driver Pre-Employment Screening Reports.

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Scott Darling, FMCSA’s top lawyer, to serve as interim administrator

T.F. Scott Darling III has been named Interim Administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.  The news comes in a farewell message to staff from outgoing Administrator Anne Ferro, circulated by the FMCSA communications office.

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Truck race circuit opens fleet truck exchange program

The partners behind the ChampTruck World Series Class 8 truck racing series, slated to start with an April 17-19 event at Charlotte Motor Speedway in 2015

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PeopleNet showcases new ‘connected fleet’ platform

Macro-level trends in connectivity and data have changed the transportation industry and how PeopleNet will deliver new products and services, said Brian McLaughlin, the company’s president at PeopleNet’s 12th annual user conference, Aug. 18-19, in Hollywood, Fla.

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Technology changing needs of drivers and technicians, panel says

n 2014, a Class 8 truck is as technologically advanced as it’s ever been, and it’s among one of the most sophisticated tools

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Truck makers, operators ask NHTSA to consider ‘real world’ in setting efficiency standards

Truck, trailer and engine makers, along with buyers and operators, are strongly encouraging government regulators to consider real-world operating factors in the development

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