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Slowdown In The Trucking Industry
From tariffs and new English proficiency rules to the ripple effects of global conflicts, the U.S. trucking market is feeling the pressure. Over the last few months, freight volumes have dropped three months in a row, with May down 4% year-over-year.
Shipping Agriculture Domestically
🚜🌾 Shipping agricultural goods? One small mistake can shake the entire supply chain! From fresh produce 🥕 and flowers 🌸 to seeds and grains 🌱, moving farm-grown commodities across the country takes more than just loading up a truck.
Congress Pushing To Repeal The FET
A bipartisan push in Congress is gaining steam to repeal the 12% Federal Excise Tax (FET) — a levy first introduced in 1917, This is the highest product tax Congress has ever imposed.
Port Of LA Pushing For ZEV
Even with the ACF rule now revoked, the Port of Los Angeles isn’t backing down. The port is forging ahead with its long-term plan to transition to zero-emission vehicles (ZEVs)—despite years of regulatory twists and political pushback.
FMCSA Unveiling Rule Changes
🚛📋 Big Changes Coming for Trucking Regulations! The FMCSA has just dropped 18 proposed rule changes. Aimed at simplifying compliance for truckers and carriers, the DOT’s latest move is stirring up reactions across the domestic shipping world.
What Is AB5 In Trucking
What is AB5, and why has it shaken the trucking world? 🚛💼 AB5, or Assembly Bill 5, is a California law aimed at preventing the misclassification of workers as independent contractors. It took effect in 2020 but is still making waves in the industry today.