The New York City Trucking Association has taken legal action by filing a lawsuit against the Metropolitan Transportation Authority on Thursday, seeking the elimination of tolls in Manhattan. This lawsuit comes in response to a recent program implemented by New York City officials aimed at reducing traffic congestion and emissions through tolls.
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Under the new program, heavy trucks are required to pay between $24 and $36 during peak hours in order to travel below 60th Street. Additionally, cabs and for-hire vehicles like Uber must pay between $1.25 and $2.50 per passenger-paid trip. The trucking association argues that taxis and for-hire vehicles make up half of traffic in the area, but those drivers will be exempt from fees, instead pushing the cost onto the customer.
In response, the trucking association has suggested that the transportation authority either revise its plan to exempt the industry from the fees, limit tolling for trucks to once a day, or charge them at the same rate as passenger cars. The association believes that these adjustments would be more equitable and fair for all parties involved.
APL Cargo Inc., a transportation company located in Wolcott, Indiana, has recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Indiana. Specializing in the transportation of general freight and food products such as meat, fruits, and vegetables, the company employed a total of 122 drivers and operated 142 power units.
While the president of APL Cargo, Stefan Trifan, did not disclose the specific reasons behind the company's decision to file for bankruptcy, he emphasized that the company is aiming to reorganize its operations. The estimated assets and liabilities of APL Cargo fall within the range of $1 million to $10 million, with the petition indicating a total of 200 to 999 creditors. Funds have been designated for distribution to unsecured creditors.
During a 24-month period, APL Cargo's trucks underwent a total of 177 inspections, with 51 of them being placed out of service. This resulted in a concerning out-of-service rate of nearly 29%. Additionally, the company's trucks were involved in three injury crashes and nine tow-aways over the past two years.
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