Colorado has become the fourth state to consider legislation requiring a human driver be onboard any autonomous truck.
Democrat Representative Sheila Lieder in late January introduced the legislation, which requires a CDL holder to be in the truck to monitors the vehicle's driving, and and intervenes, if necessary, to avoid illegal or unsafe driving.
The bill includes a penalty is $1,000 for a first violation, and $2,000 for a second offense. Lider's legislation also calls for the fine to be doubled with each subsequent violation.
The states of New York, California and Indiana have such regulations.
Lider's legislation was assigned to the Transportation, Housing and Local Government Committee.
BRW names top contract carriers
BRW, a provider of trucking, warehousing, logistics and fulfillment services, has announce its Top Contract Carriers for 2024.
According to a statement from the company, these companies have demonstrated exceptional performance, dedication, and commitment throughout 2024, embodying the core values of innovation, integrity and excellence.
The following companies were honored by BRW:
- 4M Express
- Adams Motor Express
- BCP Transportation
- E & E Transfer Company
- EIB Transport Inc
- Evergreen Forest Products
- Goblin Express LLC
- H&M Trucking, Inc
- J Par Trucking Inc
- Landstar
- M&R Trucking
- PAM International Inc
- Pink Panthers, Inc.
- R and L Carriers
- Xtreme Logistics
“We are incredibly proud to recognize these outstanding carriers as our Top Contract Carriers for 2024. Their unwavering commitment to excellence, reliability, and customer satisfaction is the foundation of our success. It is truly a pleasure to work with such dedicated and professional teams who share our passion for delivering exceptional service," said Thomas “TK” Bardwell, senior vice president of logistics at BRW.
ICYMI
2025's Best Fleets to Drive For named; 10 added to Hall of Fame
FMCSA Task Force urges elimination of truck lease-purchase plans
