Federal, News
Truck Leasing Task Force uniting against predatory lease-purchases
Two members of the Truck Leasing Task Force who previously defended the lease-purchase model have had a change of heart.
Listen Now
Podcast: Unexpected state tax digs into truckers’ wallets
New Jersey has long collected a tax from truckers “doing business” in the state. Now, an enforcement effort is catching some by surprise.
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Elections, News, State
State elections set stage for coming years
The outcome of governor elections from coast to coast were decided on Nov. 8, with Democrats appearing to make slight gain.
News
Canadian government aims to end Driver Inc. scheme
The Canadian government is making it a priority to end the tax practice known as Driver Inc. One trucking group thinks they can go further.
Features, News
FMCSA emphasizes road safety during holiday season
FMCSA’s national safety campaign will sponsor the Capitol Christmas tree’s journey from North Carolina to Washington, D.C.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA tour trailer tour stops in Tonopah, Ariz.
Marty Ellis and the OOIDA tour trailer stop in Tonopah, Ariz., and the fuel prices are a buck cheaper than it was in Barstow, Calif.
Business, Products & Services
Reefer demand picks up ahead of Thanksgiving
While load posts on DAT MembersEdge rose last week, reefer load posts were much higher as Thanksgiving feasts draw near. What’s in store?
Federal, News
Women of Trucking Advisory Board holds inaugural meeting
Through the Women of Trucking Advisory Board, the U.S. Department of Transportation hopes to make the industry more attractive to females.
Crime & Courts, News, Safety & Security
Police warn truckers about rise in CPC thefts
Police in California are warning drivers about a rise in thefts of this expensive semi part. Here’s what you can do to avoid being targeted.
Elections, News, State
Voters weigh in on transportation issues
Voters throughout the country decided Nov. 8 on transportation issues that include funds for road, bridge and transit work.
Fuel prices, News
EIA outlook forecasts rising diesel costs
The Energy Information Administration forecasted higher diesel prices through early 2023 in its short-term energy outlook released Nov. 8.
News, State
Tropical Storm Nicole expected to hit southeast Florida
The Florida Department of Transportation is preparing for Tropical Storm Nicole, including allowing certain vehicles bypassing weigh stations.
