“As of 2023, only 0.3% of all registered heavy-duty vehicles in the U.S. were zero emissions models according to the International Council of Clean Transportation.”The Advanced Clean Fleets rule put forth by CARB (California Air Resource Board) would have mandated California’s truck fleet to move...
Regulatory over-reach has once again shown that “one-size-fits-all” approaches from our federal central planning quagmire (i.e., Washington, D.C.) results in unenforceable, unrealistic, uneconomical, and sometime comical plans and programs that Draconically shackle the marketplace (particularly, small businesses). Below are samplings from the Small Business Administration’s...
I wanted to take a few minutes and remind our members that if you are in the market or need for insurance, new or renewal, our team is the perfect resource for your needs. We understand that you may have a trusted resource that you lean...
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) have made some upcoming changes to their Out-of-Service criteria which will take effect on April 1. Much thought and consideration is put into these important modifications to the North American Standard Out of Service Criteria Handbook. This year’s changes...
According to Transport Topics issue of January 6th, 2025, there was a single truck” crash” and fire on August 19 of 2024 involving a 2024 Tesla Semi that “burned to the ground after it veered off Interstate 80 and slammed into a tree in the...
Welcome to the NASTC PrePass Program – weigh station bypass or combined with tolls for your convenience.Companies love this program as it allows them to keep their CSA scores healthier and drivers happy! With the PrePass service your drivers pick up time, which allows you...
The trucking industry continues to evolve, and so does MYSTC Software. Our Transportation Management System (TMS) is designed to help small carriers streamline operations, improve efficiency, and maximize profits. We’ve been working hard to develop new features that enhance the user experience and bring even...
Owen Charles Owen, Jr. (Charlie), passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 9th at the age of 82. Charlie is preceded in death by his parents, Owen Charles Owen, Sr. and Bonnie Johnson Owen, both of Fayetteville, North Carolina.Charlie is survived by two brothers,...
As we move closer to the end of the calendar year, open enrollment options will begin for healthcare providers. NASTC and NASTC Insurance Services LLC, is fortunate to have a partner resource that can assist you with navigating the shark infested water of the Health...
We had a wonderful “Best Three Days in Trucking” NASTC Conference last week! Thank you to all who were able to join us in Nashville, it was a pleasure getting to spend a few days with all of you! Everyone that was not able to...
