News
FMCSA to accept comments on towing fees through Aug. 1
FMCSA is giving industry stakeholders another month to provide comments regarding the transparency of towing fees.
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Podcast: CDL training with Chester the chicken
A truck driving school has a unique instructor on staff – a chicken. Plus, we’ll share what goes into planning for a series of superloads.
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News, Products & Services
Verizon prepares for shutdown of 3G network
As the final 3G cellular network prepares to go offline, some drivers may need to upgrade their ELDs. What you need to know to stay in compliance.
Business, News, Products & Services
FleetPride expands in Idaho
FleetPride Inc. has made another acquisition as part of a plan to drive growth and its position in the heavy-duty truck aftermarket.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA tour trailer rolls into Spartanburg, S.C.
Marty Ellis takes the OOIDA tour trailer to Spartanburg, S.C. He’s been hearing from drivers facing serious decisions because of low rates.
Federal, News
Crime Prevention for Truckers survey reveals prevalence of harassment
The results of the FMCSA’s Crime Prevention for Truckers study shines a light on the prevalence of harassment in the industry.
News, State
South Carolina bills pursue left lane, speed limit changes
Multiple measures filed at the South Carolina statehouse cover left lane use and minimum speed limits on the state’s busiest roadways.
News
Canada ELD enforcement kicks in Jan. 1
Though enforcement of Canada’s electronic logging device mandate was delayed quite a while, Jan. 1 is when ELD enforcement starts.
News, Safety & Security
Dangerous driving behaviors on the rise
Despite knowing about the dangers, dangerous driving behaviors are up across the board, according to a AAA survey.
Fuel prices, News
Nearly 16-cent decrease to national diesel average, ProMiles says
The national diesel average is 15.8 cents lower this week, according to the Dec. 12 ProMiles.com report. AAA and EIA also report drops.
News, State
Georgia fuel tax holiday extended into January
Truck drivers and motorists buying fuel in the state of Georgia will get another month without being charged a state fuel tax.
Crime & Courts, News, OOIDA, State
OOIDA requests preliminary injunction against AB5
Saying it violates the Commerce Clause, OOIDA requested a preliminary injunction against enforcement of California’s AB5 on trucking.
