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More than 150 lawmakers ask EPA to rescind heavy-duty emission rule
More than 150 lawmakers are urging the EPA to rescind its final rule regarding emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles.
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Podcast: Operational costs reach new high
The American Transportation Research Institute’s latest report details the high cost of doing business across the board.
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Federal, News, OOIDA, State
FMCSA approves Alaska’s exemption request
FMCSA granted Alaska some relief from the entry-level driver training rule. However, the exemption is limited to 14 geographical areas.
Federal, News
Fireworks haulers receive hours of service exemption
FMCSA will allow some fireworks haulers to be exempt from the 14-hour-rule and ELDs for 11 days around the Fourth of July.
News, Products & Services, State, Tolls
Two New York State Thruway service areas to close Jan. 1
The New York State Thruway is forging ahead with service area renovations and closing two on Jan. 1 – one on I-87 and one on I-90.
News, State, Tolls
Comments on tolling I-5, I-205 in Portland due Jan. 6
The Oregon Department of Transportation wants to hear from the public on a project that includes tolls I-5 and I-205 in Portland.
Fuel prices, News
National diesel price average keeps dropping, ProMiles
The national diesel average price continues to drop, says a Dec. 27 report from ProMiles.com. AAA and federal data reflect the same trend.
Fuel prices, News, State
Fuel tax rate changes take effect Jan. 1
States are ringing in the new year with changes in their fuel tax rates due to automatic adjustments or expiration of fuel tax holidays.
Business, News
Virginia-based Cox Transportation acquires Texas’ Outwest Express
Cox Transportation buys an E Paso, Texas, carrier to expand its cross-border transportation expertise.
Features, News
Trucking company’s annual charity campaign surpasses $1 million in total donations
A trucking company’s annual charity campaign has raised over $1 million since 1993. Donations help benefit multiple charities in the U.S., Mexico and Canada.
Federal, News
FMCSA grants Steven Transport’s exemption for permit holders
The FMCSA has granted Stevens Transport’s request to allow some of its commercial permit holders to run team with a CDL holder.
News, State, Tolls
Unpaid toll grace period ending on Washington state toll roads
The grace period on unpaid tolls for the Tacoma Narrows Bridge and other toll roads in Washington state is coming to an end.
