FMCSA Rule Proposals Target Chameleon Carriers, CDL Training: TT Daily

February 23, 2026

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FMCSA Rule Proposals Target Chameleon Carriers, CDL Training

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the efforts aim to modernize and strengthen federal systems used to verify motor carrier identity, ownership and compliance. Read more…

TODAY’S NEWS

SAFETY

All Truck Drivers to Be Required to Take CDL Test in English

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced the latest effort Feb. 20 to ensure that drivers understand English well enough to read road signs and communicate with law enforcement officers. Read more…

SAFETY

Northeast Blizzard Prompts Bans on Road Travel

NEW YORK — Millions of people in the northeastern U.S. were stuck at home under road travel bans and blizzard warnings Feb. 23 as heavy snow and strong winds intensified, creating whiteout conditions. Read more…

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GOVERNMENT

Trump Says He’ll Raise Tariffs to 15% After Court Rebuff

The Supreme Court’s Feb. 20 decision struck down tariffs Trump had imposed on nearly every country using an emergency powers law. Trump now said he’ll use a different legal authority. Read more…

GOVERNMENT

EU Halts US Trade Deal as Tariff Turmoil Creates Uncertainty

The main political groups in the European Parliament say they’ll suspend legislative work on approving the trade deal on Feb. 23, days after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down reciprocal tariffs. Read more…

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Making the Business Case Amidst the Rapid Proliferation of Advanced Fleet Technology and Digital Innovations

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BUSINESS

Markets Stay Calm After Court Decision Against Trump Tariffs

The Supreme Court decision could potentially disrupt arrangements worked out in trade negotiations since Trump announced sweeping tariffs on dozens of countries in April 2025. Read more…

GOVERNMENT

Democrats Craft Bill to Refund Billions From Trump Tariffs

The measure would prioritize refunds to small businesses and encourages importers, wholesalers and large companies to pass the refunds on to their customers. Read more…

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GOVERNMENT

Bessent Warns Tariff Refunds Would Favor Corporations

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said any refunds from tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court would amount to “ultimate corporate welfare,” suggesting he sees no benefit flowing to consumers. Read more…

BUSINESS

FedEx Spots Opportunities Bolstering Network and Tech

FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam believes technological advancements around digital intelligence have set the current moment apart, with their ability to act as a value multiplier. Read more…

BUSINESS

Kenworth Sales Forms New Board of Directors

The Salt Lake City-based commercial truck dealer described the move as a significant milestone in its ongoing growth strategy and long-term strategic planning. Read more…

FUEL

Supreme Court to Hear From Oil Companies on Climate Suits

The court agreed to take up a case from Boulder, Colo., among a series of lawsuits alleging the companies deceived the public about how fossil fuels contribute to climate change. Read more…

TECHNOLOGY

InMotion Global Buys LoadPilot TMS

InMotion Global, developer of AscendTMS, said it acquired LoadPilot TMS and will begin migrating the software’s freight brokerage and agent customers into its cloud-based platform. Read more…

BUSINESS

AIT Worldwide Logistics Gains Greenbriar Backing

AIT Worldwide Logistics reached an agreement to add Greenbriar Equity Group as an investment partner, marking a shift in ownership structure for the global freight forwarder. Read more…

EQUIPMENT

Mavis Tire Lines Up Banks for Potential US IPO

Mavis Tire Express Services, an auto repair and tire service provider that counts Midas and Tuffy among its brands, has picked banks for a U.S. initial public offering, according to sources. Read more…

EDITOR’S PICK

Top 50 Global Freight Companies Persevere Amid Trade Shift

The world’s largest transportation and logistics providers have been operating in a highly volatile business environment this year as tariffs and shifting trade policies have altered international freight flows. Read more…

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