Federal, News
Trucking industry seeks answers amid marijuana rescheduling proposal
The federal government wants to reschedule marijuana, creating confusion among federally regulated entities, including the trucking industry.
Listen Now
Podcast: Ryder says transitioning to electric will cost some big bucks
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? One company has taken a look at the issue and thinks it has an answer.
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Crime & Courts, News
Midwest meat marauders thwarted as police arrest three men
Three men have been arrested in connection to a multistate crime spree involving $9 million in stolen meat and 45 thefts in six states.
Federal, News
FMCSA extends emergency for Florida, South Carolina
A regional emergency issued on Sept. 28 for eight states affected by Hurricane Ian has been extended in Florida and South Carolina.
Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA: Medical Examiner Handbook draft unfit for publication
The latest draft of the Medical Examiner Handbook has “critical shortcomings” that make it unfit for publication, OOIDA says.
Crime & Courts, News
Mexican resident pleads guilty to double broker scheme
A Tijuana resident pleaded guilty to wire fraud stemming from a double broker scheme targeting truckers operating in California.
OOIDA
OOIDA tour trailer heads to Wheeler Ridge, Calif.
From Wheeler Ridge, it’s a clear shot to Los Angeles and San Francisco. Marty Ellis and the OOIDA tour trailer will be there this weekend.
Business
Old Dominion reports higher revenue despite tonnage falloff
Though less-than-truckload tonnage fell off in the third quarter, Old Dominion Freight reported 14.5% increased revenue.
Business, Products & Services
TravelCenters of America adds four truck stops, plans more
TravelCenters of America has opened new truck stops in four states, and four more openings are planned by year-end.
Business, Equipment
Paccar notches record income for third quarter
Paccar scored strong third-quarter income, which it says is thanks in large part to strong freight demand and older truck fleets.
News, State
South Dakota issues hours-of-service waiver for fuel haulers
Hours-of-service relief for drivers hauling fuel is in place in South Dakota through Nov. 25, due to outages or low inventories.
News, State
Louisiana statehouse meeting discussion focuses on road use fees
A recent Louisiana statehouse meeting was held to discuss the state’s need for higher road use fees to help address funding shortfalls.
