This is why drivers are leaving the industry

Insiders: The latest ELD revocation has drivers scrambling to get in compliance. Plus, check out the great snaps from Women in Trucking's I Heart Trucking photo contest.

Today's Lineup

🔷 First lawsuit filed against New York congestion pricing.
🔷 FMCSA calls on Congress for freight fraud help.
🔷 This tech can help beat cargo theft.
🔷 Do you know why drivers are leaving fleets? We found out.
🔷 CrowdStrike outage disruption lingers in cargo, logistics industries.

-Bianca Prieto, Editor

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AVG. COST OF DIESEL PER GALLON IN U.S. AS OF 07/22, DOWN 0.025¢

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BUSINESS

Was your ELD axed by FMCSA this week? Here's what to do 

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration removed four devices from its list of approved ELDs on July 23. If your device is no longer allowed - you've got to act fast.

Fleets are required to immediately revert to paper logs or logging software to record required hours of service data. Companies must replace the equipment with compliant ELDs before September 21.

Safety officials have been advised not to cite drivers using the affected devices before the September deadline. However, drivers found using these devices after the deadline could be classified as operating without an ELD.

It's the latest move in what has been a back-and-forth year for ELDs. Multiple devices have been removed and some reinstated, though it remains to be seen if this round of affected devices will return to the list of approved devices.

Why this matters: Using unapproved ELDs could result in fines and increased downtime if not addressed quickly, ultimately leading to delivery delays and lost profits.

 Get more details from FMCSA.

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PETERBILT: NATURAL GAS Vs. DIESEL

"You don't really know that this is anything other than a regular Peterbilt with a regular engine in it," - Jason Cannon, Commercial Carrier Journal

With clean energy mandates on the horizon, there's been a lot of talk about innovation in the trucking industry. Recently, Peterbilt announced the integration of a natural gas engine into its lineup. Commercial Carrier Journal's Jason Cannon got under the hood, behind the wheel and everywhere else to get the scoop. Watch it here.

POLITICS
FMCSA needs reinforcements to tackle freight fraudsters

Freight fraud continues to plague brokers everywhere, and the FMCSA is asking Congress for more help in cracking down on the perpetrators. Due to a previous legal precedent known as the 'Riojas decision,' FMCSA claims it's not able to enforce laws on freight fraud criminals.

Why this matters: As legal repercussions for fraudsters continue to go unchecked, the cycle is likely to continue with no consequences, leaving the door open for more to continue. (Overdrive)

PRODUCT

This tech helps stop cargo theft

In the first three months of 2024, over $76 million was lost to cargo theft. It's a drastic increase from 2023, when the first quarter recorded $20.4 million in losses. While the numbers have risen substantially year over year, there are preventative measures you can take to protect your cargo, your drivers and your bottom line. Technology like asset-tracking solutions, GPS trackers, RFID tags and blockchain networks enhance cargo security.

 Why this matters: Cargo theft is a severe threat to your drivers, your clients, and your business. Taking steps to secure your loads can make a big difference. (Transport Topics)

PRODUCT

Effects of CrowdStrike outage linger

Days after the international tech disruption caused by cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike, companies are still reeling. Multiple industries were affected including logistics and supply chain professionals. And it seems we may still have a while to go before all is back to normal. "These incidents can take three times as long to resolve as the length of time they last," said Niall van de Wouw, chief airfreight officer for Xeneta.

Why this matters: With companies more reliant on the internet and cloud-based tech than ever before, outages like this can be detrimental to your daily operations. The CrowdStrike outage was a brutal reminder that every business needs a backup plan. (FreightWaves)

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