News
Nuclear verdicts in trucking highlight need for tort reform
Three massive nuclear verdicts highlight the need for tort reform. What can be done, and what can truckers do to protect their business?
Regulatory guidance comment period focuses on personal conveyance
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has issued about 1,300 regulatory guidance documents in hopes of providing clarity.
Department of Commerce wants ban on tech from China, Russia
The Department of Commerce in September proposed a rule to prohibit connected vehicle technology from China and Russia.
Truck Leasing Task Force tackles lease-purchase programs
FMCSA’s Truck Leasing Task Force will hold another meeting in November before it delivers it recommendations to the agency.
Back to the status quo
The pandemic severely altered traffic patterns nationwide, but four years later, the situation on the roadways is starting to look familiar.
Drivers pass CVSA’s International Roadcheck at 95.2% rate
Every year, CVSA conducts a three-day safety blitz called International Roadcheck. Again, the drivers largely passed with flying colors.
Minimum liability insurance: The bill that won’t go away
An effort to drastically increase a motor carrier’s minimum liability insurance has been defeated several times. But lawmakers keep trying.
Bottlenecks caused by lack of Key Bridge
OOIDA, as well as dozens of other organizations, are urging lawmakers to make the replacement of the Francis Scott Key Bridge a priority.
Transportation funding receives a boost in Wisconsin
The Wisconsin governor announced a mix of state and federal funding available for transportation work throughout the state.
State Watch – November 2024
This month’s edition of State Watch takes a look at transportation legislation in five statehouses around the country.
Federal agency considers eliminating commercial vehicles at Texas port of entry
Eliminating commercial vehicle traffic is under consideration for one U.S-Mexico border crossing. Here’s why officials say it’s the “preferred alternative.”
Speed and red-light cameras topic of legislation in multiple states
Speed cameras and red-light cameras are a topic of new rules enacted and pursued at statehouses across the country.
Advanced Clean Fleets needs to go, GOP states tell EPA
All but three Republican state attorneys general signed off on comments urging the EPA to put an end to California’s Advanced Clean Fleets.
Texas governor announces $148 billion transportation investment
The Texas governor has announced a record $148 billion in total investment for transportation infrastructure.
Michigan DOT easing restrictions on Ambassador Bridge
The Michigan Department of Transportation is modifying its hazardous materials restrictions on the Ambassador Bridge starting next month.
Bills would guarantee overtime pay, per diem for company drivers
There are a pair of bills in Congress aimed at putting more money in the pockets of company drivers. Land Line provides the details.
Electric truck challenges: Feds want feedback
The Federal Highway Administration needs feedback from the trucking industry regarding electric truck charging infrastructure and technology.
Electric vehicle batteries pose safety concerns
The push toward electric vehicles creates challenges involving infrastructure, economics and efficiency. Safety poses another major hurdle.
Tech on trucks, ELD expansion recommended by NTSB following 2022 crash
Following a crash involving a tractor-trailer and a party bus, the NTSB recommends more tech rather than driver error.
The Parking Zone – November 2024
Although paid truck parking lots are becoming more common, traditional truck stops are still being built across the country. Find out where.
Detention time: New study outlines true costs, consequences
Each year, detention time takes thousands of dollars out of truck drivers’ pockets and costs the trucking industry billions.
Hurricane Helene devastates Southeast
Hurricane Helene was the deadliest hurricane to hit the mainland United States since Katrina in 2005. The death toll was in the hundreds.
In This Issue:
News
- Nuclear verdicts in trucking highlight need for tort reform
- Regulatory guidance comment period focuses on personal conveyance
- Department of Commerce wants ban on tech from China, Russia
- Truck Leasing Task Force tackles lease-purchase programs
- Back to the status quo
- Drivers pass CVSA’s International Roadcheck at 95.2% rate
- Minimum liability insurance: The bill that won’t go away
- Bottlenecks caused by lack of Key Bridge
- Transportation funding receives a boost in Wisconsin
- State Watch – November 2024
- Federal agency considers eliminating commercial vehicles at Texas port of entry
- Speed and red-light cameras topic of legislation in multiple states
- Advanced Clean Fleets needs to go, GOP states tell EPA
- Texas governor announces $148 billion transportation investment
- Michigan DOT easing restrictions on Ambassador Bridge
- Bills would guarantee overtime pay, per diem for company drivers
- Electric truck challenges: Feds want feedback
- Electric vehicle batteries pose safety concerns
- Tech on trucks, ELD expansion recommended by NTSB following 2022 crash
- The Parking Zone – November 2024
- Detention time: New study outlines true costs, consequences
- Hurricane Helene devastates Southeast
Features
- On the road and on the run
- ‘Move the mission’
- ‘A second chance’
- Transition Trucking award down to five finalists
- Truckers For Troops set for annual November fundraising
- Long van carries Vietnam Wall panels
- Caught on the Lot
- Cool Gifts – November 2024
- OOIDA on the Road – November 2024
- Slight Detour – November 2024
- Trucking History – November 2024
- Roses and Razzberries – November 2024
Opinion
Three birds, one stone
Finding quick and effective solutions to problems is not one of our government’s strengths. That’s especially true when it comes to trucking.
Truckers can’t afford EPA’s mandate
Mike Nichols, an OOIDA life member from Wisconsin, says that real-world truckers can’t afford the EPA’s zero-direct-emission mandate.
Features
On the road and on the run
Truck driver Paul Horvath started running races six years ago, and at 65 years old, he has no plans to stop anytime soon.
‘Move the mission’
As is the case every year, Wreaths Across America needs some assistance from truckers in order to carry out its annual mission.
‘A second chance’
OOIDA member Marc Robinson of Challis, Idaho, lost his arm in a crash earlier this year in Ohio, but it could have been much worse.
Transition Trucking award down to five finalists
The annual effort to give out the Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award is down to five finalists, all military veterans.
Truckers For Troops set for annual November fundraising
Truckers For Troops will host its annual fundraiser for active military personnel and veterans Nov. 11-17.
Long van carries Vietnam Wall panels
Tom Berg visited The Wall That Heals, a traveling replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial that travels the nation by truck.
Caught on the Lot
You never have to look far for good looking trucks caught on the lot at 4 State Trucks home of the Chrome Shop Mafia in Joplin, Mo.
Cool Gifts – November 2024
Finding the right gift for a trucker isn’t always easy. Land Line did some window shopping for you and found some top-notch gifts for drivers.
OOIDA on the Road – November 2024
On some recent stops, OOIDA tour truck driver Marty Ellis received kind words about the Association and Land Line Media from several members.
Slight Detour – November 2024
Cargo thieves stepping up their game, police using chicken costumes and the wonders of Mexican bologna make up this edition of Slight Detour.
Trucking History – November 2024
In this edition of Trucking History, learn all about Truckers for Troops, a national trucker shutdown, a trucking movie and more.
Roses and Razzberries – November 2024
Roses to a life-saving trucker and one final convoy for a fellow driver. Razzberries for even more scams and a “New York complains” program.
Business
BOI – Breaking down what motor carriers must do to remain compliant
Let Land Line provide you the details on filing your beneficial ownership information report to avoid massive penalties.
Scholarship application deadline approaching
If you’re a truck driver with a child or grandchild preparing to enter college, that’s yet another reason to be an OOIDA member.
Are we there yet?
There’s still work to do before freight rates will rebound, the OOIDA Foundation said in its latest quarterly market report.
‘Under siege’
A report from the Transportation Intermediaries Association affirmed what those in trucking already knew: Fraud is plaguing the industry.
’Tis the season
Historically, cargo theft spikes around the holiday season. Find out how bad the issue is getting and what is being done to address it.
Trucking & Taxes – November 2024
There are a lot of options for setting up your owner-operator trucking business. We look at a few key points to consider.
Road Law – November 2024
In the November edition of Road Law, we take a look at speeding and several of the detection methods used by law enforcement.
Finally
For the first time since 2021, the Internal Revenue Service increased the allowed per diem for self-employed and owner-operator truck drivers.