Federal, News
Overtime rule leaves out truck drivers; OOIDA promotes GOT Truckers Act
The Department of Labor’s new overtime rule doesn’t benefit truck drivers. However, OOIDA is advocating for a bill that would.
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Podcast: Some positive signs in the freight market
The OOIDA Foundation’s market report shows a freight market still trying to shake off what weighs it down. But there are positive signs.
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News
Drivers asked to list the top issues facing the trucking industry
What are the trucking industry’s top issues? The American Transportation Research Institute want drivers to tell them in a survey.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA tour trailer heads to Edgerton, Kan.
Marty Ellis takes the OOIDA tour trailer to the outskirts of the Kansas City metro area, stopping Saturday and Sunday in Edgerton, Kan.
Federal, News, OOIDA, Truck Parking
Truck parking a ‘national concern,’ Buttigieg says
In a letter to OOIDA President Todd Spencer, Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg called truck parking a national concern.
Business, Equipment, News
Werner partners with Kodiak for autonomous trucking lane
Werner’s the latest big carrier to partner with a robotics firm to create an autonomous trucking lane to provide a “competitive edge.”
Fuel prices, News, State
New Jersey fuel rates dip starting Oct. 1
Starting Oct. 1, truck drivers and motorists fueling in New Jersey will get a slight break in fuel tax costs.
Business, Equipment
Diesel ‘downspeeding’ doesn’t increase brake wear, TMC panel says
Downspeeding diesel engines to increase fuel efficiency doesn’t speed up brake wear, according to a panel of technology experts.
News, State
More waivers issued due to Hurricane Ian
Hurricane Ian has resulted in federal agencies and states declaring emergencies. Georgia and Tennessee are the latest states to issue orders.
Federal, News
Hundreds of truckers react to potential ELD changes
FMCSA asked for feedback on potential updates to the ELD rules. Hundreds of truckers responded.
Federal, News, Truck Parking
Buttigieg to speak at National Coalition of Truck Parking meeting
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg will address the truck parking crisis during the National Coalition of Truck Parking’s annual meeting.
Business, OOIDA, Products & Services
Time to sign up for Truck to Success course
OOIDA’s Truck to Success course covers all aspects of being an owner-operator. Plan to succeed by taking the course and preparing.
