The American Association of Port Authorities said cuts to EPA anti-pollution programs will hurt jobs and weaken the U.S. maritime sector.
The U.S. House of Representatives voted Wednesday to revoke two trucking-related Environmental Protection Agency waivers granted to California.
The announcement by EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin on emissions rule terminations marks a quick reversal of the previous Biden-Harris administration’s Clean Trucks Plan.
The Environmental Protection Agency under the Trump administration has taken a significant step toward potentially overturning California’s stricter truck emissions regulations.
An EPA action initiating the process of revoking three California emissions waivers faces legal hurdles.
FTR’s 2025 Transportation Outlook predicts steady growth in spot and contract rates amid a shifting economic and political landscape but cautions that the increases will not be as significant as those of 2020 or 2021
The Environmental Protection Agency has awarded the public-private Louisiana International Terminal project $1 million toward its Sustainability Management Plan.
The impact of California’s Advanced Clean Trucks rule extends far beyond the Golden State’s borders, as recent developments show.
California has received a waiver that allows tighter rules on diesel emissions; will it have a short shelf life?
The ability of California to receive a waiver for tougher environmental rules will be taken up by the Supreme Court.
A new study projecting adoption of hydrogen internal combustion engines over the next decade suggests modest adoption.
The EPA is seeking comment on whether to grant California a waiver to enforce the Advanced Clean Fleets rule.
OOIDA and other industry groups are suing over the EPA Phase 3 final rule on greenhouse gas emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles.
Regulators pushing to make the electric truck transition go faster are getting pushback from a range of industry stakeholders.
Phase 3 greenhouse gas emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles covering model years 2027 through 2032 mandate more zero-emission commercial vehicles.
Natural gas, battery and fuel cell electric vehicles all vie to displace diesel. Which will win? Maybe all of them.
The overcapacity of on-highway trucks would look worse without underlying support from Mexico and strong vocational demand.
Electric trucks and charging infrastructure should advance this year without some of the growing pains that held them back in 2023.
A lawsuit challenging the waiver granted by the EPA to California for its Advanced Clean Trucks rule will be delayed.
California has asked the Environmental Protection Agency for a waiver to implement the Advanced Clean Fleets rule.
Sixteen environmental groups have filed a rulemaking petition with the EPA asking for the federal agency to require coal train operators to have Clean Water Act permits when moving coal.
The waiver the EPA granted to California to allow its Clean Trucks rule to proceed has states lined up in court on either side of the issue.
After months of carping, California and engine makers agree to flexibility on emissions but hold to the state’s tough mandates.
Lightning eMotors identifies electrifying small school buses and shuttle vans as its niche. Scaling depends on finding new capital.
The EPA granted California a waiver to implement its Advanced Clean Trucks rule, which puts zero-emission-vehicle mandates on OEMs.
The Department of Justice, on behalf of the Environmental Protection Agency, has filed a lawsuit against NS to ensure the railroad pays for the cleanup at the site of the Feb. 3 Ohio train derailment.
The Environmental Protection Agency has given Norfolk Southern a new order as the Ohio derailment cleanup transitions to longer-term remediation, and the U.S. Department of Transportation has given the railroads a list of what safety actions they should undertake.
Lawmakers are invoking the Congressional Review Act to overturn an EPA rule they say is too costly for truckers — but chances for success are slim.
New standards aimed at dramatically reducing pollution from trucks come at the wrong time for the economy, according to carriers and drivers.
UPS has settled noncompliance claims with the Environmental Protection Agency at facilities in 45 states and Puerto Rico.
The Environmental Protection Agency released a report on the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act, including the emissions, health and economic impacts.
The American Power Group sees a 20-year market for its dual fuel system that runs uses natural gas and diesel fuel.
Development of 48-volt battery systems for commercial trucks will serve at least three purposes but the most urgent is in helping reduce emissions.
California is moving too fast to implement changes in trucking pollution regulations, an industry group said in suing the state.
Former EPA Administrator Christine Todd Whitman explains in an Earth Day interview how the freight industry can embrace a more environmentally friendly future.
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The California Air Resources Board sees the chance for a single federal standard on truck pollution, but that’s been the hope before.
Class 8 equipment orders are impacted by customer cancellations and OEMs bound by the turning of calendar pages.
A major investment in electric and low-emission school buses and healthier air for children
A federal appeals court has ruled that greenhouse gas emission standards do not apply to truck trailers.
After settling a class-action lawsuit over defective MaxxForce engines, Navistar agrees to pay the government for Clean Air Act violations.
A gas guzzler tax is imposed on passenger cars that don’t meet minimum federal fuel efficiency standards.
Buying a high-MPG vehicle saves you money at the pump – and there’s less carbon pollution too!
A telematics platform that accurately tracks the location and status of trailer assets can deliver both operating efficiencies and fuel savings to achieve emission-reduction goals.
Recent rail news includes investments, technology purchases and cleanup fees.
The SmartWay Transportation Partnership, a collaboration between the transportation industry and environmental groups, is designed to track and reduce fuel emissions.
Legislation aimed at aerodynamic retrofits is expected to be introduced this week.
As the push for a more sustainable planet continues to grow stronger, companies across the supply chain will be expected to have a clear plan for cleaning up their operations.
The Energy Observer is on a seven-year cruise to publicize the role alternative energy could play in the shipping industry.
Transportation is the third-largest global contributor to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Here’s an overview of the impact of the sector’s carbon footprint.
A change in political direction – and ongoing concerns – greet 10 Biden picks who will deal with freight issues.
Cranes arrive, environmental prizes are awarded and cruise ships are welcomed.
While each fuel-efficient conveyance may consume less fuel per mile, the cost savings may induce more miles to be driven.
Volvo Trucks North America will begin building Class 8 VNR Electric day cab trucks in Virginia in December, continuing an industry surge in bringing battery-operated commercial vehicles to market.
The first of a two-part regime imposing new pollution control standards on ships has been released for public comment.
The EPA and a Southern California air quality district are providing $21.7 million for 70 Volvo Class 8 electric trucks for use in drayage and regional haul, propelling the Swedish truck maker to the lead among battery-powered truck makers.
When evaluating empty-mile data, comparisons are not necessarily apples to apples.
Averitt, OmniTRAX, Duluth Seaway Port Authority and Port of Newcastle announce appointments
