DOT SAYS CALIFORNIA BROKE FEDERAL LAWS ON TRUCKER ENGLISH; THREATENS FUNDING OVER COMPLIANCE
FMCSA published a “bombshell” report alleging California failed to enforce English language proficiency standards for CMV drivers, detailing safety concerns and outlining funding consequences tied to enforcement lapses.
FMCSA REMOVES PHOENIX ELD FROM APPROVED LIST; FLEETS GET 60 DAYS TO SWITCH DEVICES
FMCSA revoked the PHOENIX ELD, citing failure to meet minimum requirements. Carriers have until December 22, 2025, to replace the device or revert to paper logs in the interim to avoid out-of-service orders.
DAIMLER TRUCK FINANCIAL SERVICES, GEICO LAUNCH ‘CONNECTED INSURANCE’ FOR OWNER-OPS AND SMALL FLEETS
Freightliner and Western Star customers can opt in to share Detroit Connect telematics with GEICO to qualify for usage-based commercial auto discounts and streamlined claims—no extra hardware required, DTFS says.
UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS POSTPONES Q3 EARNINGS, DELAYS CALL AS IT WEIGHS INTERMODAL IMPAIRMENT CHARGE
Universal Logistics (ULH) pushed back its Q3 2025 results and investor call to complete accounting work tied to potential non-cash impairment in its intermodal segment; a new date will be announced later.
THIS WEEK IN SUPPLY CHAIN: C.H. ROBINSON, KINAXIS ROLL OUT ‘AGENTIC AI’ FOR LOGISTICS PLANNING
A Friday roundup highlights new AI agent platforms from C.H. Robinson and Kinaxis designed to automate and optimize end‑to‑end planning and execution—signaling faster adoption of autonomous decisioning in freight networks.
RECALL: JEEP WRANGLER 4XE OTA UPDATE CAN DISABLE DRIVE POWER; 24,238 HYBRIDS AFFECTED
Stellantis filed a recall after an infotainment OTA update caused communication errors that could strand 2023–2025 Wrangler 4xe vehicles; dealers were notified Oct. 23 with owner notices slated for Nov. 26, 2025.
TESLA RECALLS 63,619 CYBERTRUCKS FOR OVERBRIGHT PARKING LIGHTS; OTA FIX ISSUED
NHTSA says the lights may exceed brightness limits and distract other drivers; Tesla is pushing a software update with owner notification letters targeted for mid‑December. While not Class 8, the recall affects mixed fleets running light‑duty EVs.
FMCSA OCTOBER ENFORCEMENT WATCH: MULTIPLE ELDs REMOVED; AGENCY FLAGS HEIGHTENED COMPLIANCE ACTIONS
The agency’s latest updates detail several ELDs removed from the registered list in October and reiterate timelines for carriers to transition, underscoring stepped‑up oversight heading into peak season audits.
C.H. ROBINSON FORMALLY UNVEILS ‘AGENTIC SUPPLY CHAIN’ PLATFORM AT ADVANCE 2025 EVENT
The 3PL says 30+ connected AI agents are already automating millions of tasks, with new tools spanning planning, procurement, and delivery to speed decisions and improve cost control across shipper networks.
KINAXIS LAUNCHES ‘MAESTRO AGENTS’ FOR AI-DRIVEN SUPPLY CHAIN ORCHESTRATION
New embedded agents aim to bring explainable AI into live planning environments, helping planners move from problem detection to action faster—supporting resilience amid tariff and demand volatility.
Teams selected today advance toward regional evaluations in early 2026, with concepts spanning ADAS, crash compatibility and vulnerable road user protection—areas increasingly relevant to commercial vehicle safety.
USAGE-BASED COMMERCIAL AUTO INSURANCE ARRIVES FOR DTNA CUSTOMERS VIA GEICO PARTNERSHIP
The Connected Insurance program leverages Detroit Connect data for underwriting and claims, with potential premium savings for safe driving and no additional hardware installs required for participating Freightliner/Western Star trucks.
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