Federal, News
Senators urge NHTSA to regulate autonomous vehicles
Referencing numerous high-profile crashes, a group of senators want to see more oversight of autonomous vehicles at the federal level.
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Podcast: Baltimore bridge collapse update – parking issues
As Baltimore recovers from the recent bridge collapse, a number of issues need to be resolved – and one of the big ones is truck parking.
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News, State
Hurricane Ian prompts state of emergency
Hurricane Ian is expected to hit Florida within the next 24 hours. Federal and state authorities have issued emergency orders.
Federal, News
House committee to examine effects of infrastructure law
This week, the House T&I Committee will examine the effect of last year’s massive infrastructure legislation.
Fuel prices, News
Diesel price decline hits third consecutive weeks
The national average price for a gallon of diesel has dropped each week in September. It is now $4.889, according to EIA’s latest report.
News, State
Large Indiana rest area closed through October
The Greenfield rest areas in Indiana are closed for renovations until Oct. 31, temporarily eliminating more than 200 truck parking spaces.
OOIDA, OOIDA Member
OOIDA tour trailer heads to Beto Junction, Kan.
Fresh from seeing the wildlife display at the Mittens TA in Oakley, Kan., Marty Ellis takes the OOIDA tour trailer to Beto Junction, Kan.
COVID-19, Federal, News
OOIDA calls for end to U.S. vaccine mandate
Canada is ending its COVID-19 vaccine requirement for those traveling into the country. OOIDA says the United States should do the same.
News, OOIDA, State
OOIDA to focus on Commerce Clause in AB5 lawsuit
AB5’s first round of courtroom battles focused on F4A. Now, OOIDA and the California Trucking Association turn to the Commerce Clause.
News, State
Massachusetts governor hits pause button on bill that includes rule for side underride guards
The Massachusetts governor has returned to the statehouse a transportation safety bill that includes a mandate for side underride guards for certain trucks.
Business, Equipment
Navistar recalls International trucks for connecting rod problem
Navistar has issued a recall for 2018-20 International trucks that might have a connecting rod problem. There’s a software fix.
Business, Equipment
Nikola recalls regional cabovers over seat belt problem
Nikola Corp. has announced a recall for its Tre BEV cabover trucks. The Tre BEV cabover trucks are intended for metro or regional fleets. The reason for the recall is a problem with the seat belt shoulder anchoring assembly that may have been improperly recalled. Nikola says 93 trucks might be affected. The company says […]
