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Here are the latest headlines from the trucking industry as of May 14:

The Supreme Court affirmed broker hiring liability
Cargo theft bill passed the House
Tariffs bounced in court
Tesla Semi entered serial production
California issued autonomous truck rules
Several carriers are adopting autonomous fleets
ACT Expo featured engine, e-axle, electric truck announcements
Diesel remained at $5.64 per gallon

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Here are the latest headlines from the trucking industry as of May 14:

The Supreme Court affirmed broker hiring liability
Cargo theft bill passed the House
Tariffs bounced in court
Tesla Semi entered serial production
California issued autonomous truck rules
Several carriers are adopting autonomous fleets
ACT Expo featured engine, e-axle, electric truck announcements
Diesel remained at $5.64 per gallon