TRUCKERS MULL ACTION TO PREVENT ARB ENGINE-LABEL FINES

Trucking industry representatives are pondering a challenge to new air board regulations requiring truckers to possess proof that their engines meet U.S. emission standards, charging that associated fines are excessive and possibly illegal. But late changes to the regulations made last week before they were approved remain unclear to stakeholders, who said they will undertake a review before deciding on potential action. The regulatory amendments to the Air Resources Board's Heavy-Duty Vehicle Inspection Program -- approved Jan. 26 -- require...