Federal, News
Right-to-repair bill adds co-sponsors
A bill in the House of Representatives that aims to provide vehicle owners the right to repair is receiving bipartisan support.
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Podcast: The transition to electric trucks will cost how much?!
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? Ryder has taken a look and thinks it has an answer.
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News, Safety & Security, State
Deer hits pickup truck, flies through Freightliner windshield
A deer came crashing through the windshield of a Freightliner daycab in northern Missouri Friday. Neither driver was seriously hurt, though.
Equipment, Products & Services
Electric truck stops will need as much power as small towns
Producing the amount of power needed to convert to electric trucks isn’t the problem. It’s delivering it fast enough to be feasible.
Business, Equipment, News, Products & Services
Pilot, Volvo to develop charging network for electric trucks
Pilot and Volvo announce plans for a charging network for Class 8 electric trucks, aiming to aid the widespread adoption of electric trucks.
News, Safety & Security, State
Seasonal sun glare warning issued for I-70 west of Denver
Sun glare can blind drivers on eastbound I-70 headed toward Denver, Colorado DOT warns, forcing I-70’s closure, so watch the sign boards.
Fuel prices, News
Diesel climbs 3.6 cents, according to ProMiles.com
The national diesel average jumped nearly 4 cents, according to the Nov. 14 ProMiles.com report. Most regions also saw an increase.
Fuel prices, News, State
Illinois bill would delay Jan. 1 fuel tax increase
A legislative pursuit at the Illinois statehouse would continue fuel tax relief in place since the summer for another six months.
Federal, News
FMCSA issues guidance on definition of ‘broker’
FMCSA is issuing interim guidance regarding the agency’s interpretation of the definitions of “broker” and “bona fide agents.”
Elections, News, State
Voters in two states decide on millionaire taxes for transportation
Voters in California and Massachusetts decided the fate of proposed taxes to provide some benefit for transportation purposes.
Federal, News
Comment period for electronic IDs ends Nov. 22
The public has through Nov. 22 to comment on a proposal to require electronic IDs on interstate commercial motor vehicles.
Business, Features, News, Products & Services
TravelCenters of America guests contribute over $100,000 to St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund
TravelCenters of America’s Round Up campaign raised over $100,000, thanks to contributions from guests of TA in July and August.
