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Congress

With the deadline for a possible rail strike fast approaching, the House passed a bill Nov. 30 that would mandate an agreement between railroad workers and operators.

Congress

With the looming threat of a rail strike imminent, President Joe Biden is calling on Congress to act.

Diesel

The national average price of diesel fell again this week, dropping nine cents for a per-gallon price of $5.141.

Research

October sales numbers from two reports trended in the opposite direction: used Class 8 truck sales fell, while trailer sales skyrocketed.

Diesel

The national average price of diesel fell by eight cents this week, with a gallon now costing $5.233.

Vehicles

Just over 13 percent of trucks inspected during the 2022 Brake Safety Week were placed out of service, according to newly published data.

Transportation Department

The definitions for “broker” and bona fide agent” have subtly changed under new guidance from the Transportation Department.

Press Release

The National Star Route Mail Contractors Association (NSRMCA) — which represents transportation firms that contract with the Postal Service — is asking the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) to flesh out its proposed public-facing dashboard for mail delivery metrics.

Courts

A former Transportation Department official has been indicted on charges of bribery and extortion for allegedly soliciting bribes for safety ratings.

Diesel

The national average price of diesel saw a minor decrease for the second straight week, with a gallon now costing $5.313.