Utah News Updates

Government, Business, Fuel

Rising Fuel Taxes to Hit Three States; California Warned

While no specific tax increase is taking effect in California, at least two state lawmakers are raising alarm about a set of regulatory and business circumstances that could send pricing soaring.

December 2, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel, Logistics

Supreme Court to Consider Approval for Utah Rail Project

WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court agreed to consider reviving a critical approval for a railroad project that would carry crude oil and boost fossil fuel production in rural eastern Utah.

June 24, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics

Utah Seeks to Boost Trade With Mexico, Pushes Port Plan

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox unveiled the state’s agreement with Mexico to improve trade as Utah’s developing inland port marches ahead with a plan to become a global logistics connector.

November 2, 2023
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Utah to Lower Gas Tax, Impose EV Charging Tax

Gasoline taxes will drop in Utah in July, and taxes will be levied at electric vehicle charging stations starting in January, after new laws signed by Gov. Spencer Cox.

April 21, 2023
Government, Technology, Safety

Bridge Slide in Utah Involved Technical Savvy — and Dish Soap

Truckers driving over the Interstate 15 freight corridor in Utah may not realize lane closures were minimized to several hours instead of days when a new 550-ton bridge slid into place using dish soap, hydraulic jacks and technical skill.

August 1, 2022
Government, Safety

Utah DOT Begins Construction of New Highway

The Utah Department of Transportation has started work on a project to construct a new highway.

June 4, 2021
Government, Business, Safety

ASCE Gives Utah C+ on Infrastructure Report Card

Utah earned a C+ on its most recent infrastructure report card, according to preliminary findings from the American Society of Civil Engineers.

December 17, 2020
Government, Business, Safety

Utah DOT Opens Runaway Truck Ramp

The Utah Department of Transportation unveiled a newly constructed truck escape system that is meant to serve commercial motor vehicle operators navigating a challenging intersection.

October 9, 2020
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

Truckers Exempt From Utah Traveler Declaration Form

Truck drivers and other travelers representing certain industries have been exempted from Utah Gov. Gary Herbert’s recent executive order requiring people entering the state to complete a travel declaration form.

April 13, 2020
Business, Fuel

TA Adds Location in Utah

TravelCenters of America Inc. plans to add a location in Salina, Utah, through a franchise agreement.

September 11, 2019