Trucker’s ingenuity brings us the shipping containers we have today
Author and historian Mark Levinson relates the story of Malcolm McLean, a truck driver and pioneer in the use of shipping containers.
Episode Date: June 11, 2025
Land Line Podcast Archive
Hosted by industry experts, our podcast keeps you up to speed with interviews, expert analysis and stories from the road—whether you’re behind the wheel or on a break. Never miss a beat, tune in daily for the latest updates on the policies and trends shaping the trucking industry.
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Are truckers paying their “fair share”?
You’ve heard the complaint that truckers don’t pay their “fair share” of the cost of our highways. But what do the cold, hard facts say?
Episode Date: June 10, 2025
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Senate punts proposed new fee for truckers
Whatever deal lawmakers come to regarding the budget, it won’t include a new $100 fee for motor carriers.
Episode Date: June 09, 2025
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The Real Reason People Evacuate During Hurricanes – even Truckers
Storm surge is the deadliest aspect of hurricanes, often leading to evacuations. The National Hurricane Center what truckers need to know.
Episode Date: June 09, 2025
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Celebrating 50 years of C.W. McCall’s “Convoy”
On the 20th anniversary of Land Line Now, we look back at the song that spurred a decade-long trucker craze half a century ago.
Episode Date: June 06, 2025
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Big Trucks, Tornadoes and Scams: A Cautionary Tale
Truckers face unique challenges out on the road during severe weather season. Land Line talks about what to do when tornadoes hit.
Episode Date: June 06, 2025
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Feds send big money to help fix bridges
Some of America’s bridges are in need of help, and the Federal Highway Administration is stepping up with some money to set things right.
Episode Date: June 05, 2025
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Truck parking problem may cost one county some cash
A Nevada trucking group is threatening a $500 delivery surcharge in Clark County if officials do not address the truck parking shortage.
Episode Date: June 04, 2025
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Biennial update is an easy do-it-yourself item for truckers
The biennial update is something that every trucker on his or her own authority has to do – but it’s not hard, and you can do it yourself.
Episode Date: June 03, 2025
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Report on wreck points to need for more truck parking
Instead of pointing to new technology or regulations, an NTSB report linked a recent collision to the need for more truck parking.
Episode Date: June 02, 2025
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Tariff back-and-forth – how will it affect trucking?
One court struck down the Trump tariff plan – and another put it back in place. Land Line Now offers analysis about the effect on trucking.
Episode Date: May 30, 2025
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Effect on safety the key factor in rule-cutting effort
FMCSA’s effort to cut a number of regulations is targeting rules that could be eliminated with little to no impact on highway safety.
Episode Date: May 29, 2025
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The hatchet finally drops on excess regulations
The Trump administration promised to strip transportation regulations if it doesn’t hurt safety – and that effort appears to have begun.
Episode Date: May 28, 2025
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Provisions in reconciliation bill could hit truckers
From company driver per diem to overtime pay for truckers and more, OOIDA has concerns about the contents of the budget reconciliation bill.
Episode Date: May 27, 2025
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Helping Bambi avoid hitting your truck
Hitting a large animal is one of the things that can mess up your truck. Now, Oregon thinks it has a solution – a wildlife crossing.
Episode Date: May 26, 2025
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Driverless trucks pull back from being driverless
Mark Schremmer and Tyson Fisher of Land Line Magazine join the show with an update on the driverless/non-driverless Aurora situation. Also, trucking is difficult and lonely, which can sometimes lead to depression and other struggles. Ben Stafford of Lamar State College wants to help. Then, many will remember the song...
Episode Date: May 23, 2025
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Enforcing English proficiency – how it’ll be done
Officials are working out the details on how to handle English-proficiency enforcement out on the road. Land Line Now has a primer.
Episode Date: May 22, 2025
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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy talks trucking
The transportation secretary joins the program for an exclusive on English proficiency, truck parking, unnecessary trucking regs and more.
Episode Date: May 21, 2025
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DOT Secretary Sean Duffy talks top trucking issues
DOT Secretary Sean Duffy sat down for an exclusive one-on-one where he made it clear that the U.S. DOT will be cracking down on English-proficiency enforcement.
Episode Date: May 21, 2025
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Duffy: No more ‘slap on the wrist’ for lack of English proficiency
OOIDA joins the U.S. transportation secretary on stage to support the contention that English proficiency is a matter of safety on the road.
Episode Date: May 20, 2025
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Freight market uncertainty doesn’t dampen optimism
Truckstop’s Sean Dehan says despite the uncertainty in the freight market now, truckers are optimistic about the next three to six months.
Episode Date: May 19, 2025
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The Truth About Trucking Right Now!
Despite the uncertainty in the freight market now, truckers are largely optimistic about what the next three to six months are going to look like. Do those feelings match up with the reality of the situation within the market?
Episode Date: May 19, 2025
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Driverless truck company has a bad week
Aurora’s driverless trucks are out, but pushback is growing – and a new report says the company’s plans may not be set for the long haul.
Episode Date: May 16, 2025
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English proficiency hot issue for trucking – and OOIDA Board
The truckers on the OOIDA Board of Directors express strong opinions on the English proficiency regulation and other trucking topics.
Episode Date: May 15, 2025
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From the Army to Trucking Leader: Todd Spencer’s Story
OOIDA is home to many who have served our country, including President Todd Spencer. We sit down with him to hear about how he got his start in the Army and how that transitioned into a career in trucking.
Episode Date: May 15, 2025