News
DRIVE Act speeds up while speed limiter proposal slows down?
The DRIVE Act is gaining support as rumblings build that FMCSA’s speed limiter proposal may not be released in 2024.
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Podcast: Truckers on board discuss driver training, fraud, EVs and more
What needs to be done to improve driver training? It was one of several topics – including fraud, EVs and more – discussed by OOIDA’s Board.
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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.
News, State
Arizona lane filtering law in effect
A new law now in effect in Arizona allows motorcyclists traveling on congested highways to move between vehicles up to an intersection.
Elections, News, OOIDA
OOIDA seeks update on broker transparency petition
OOIDA filed a petition regarding broker transparency more than two years ago. On Wednesday, OOIDA asked for an update.
News, State
FMCSA declares regional emergency in response to Hurricane Ian
In response to Hurricane Ian, a regional emergency was declared by FMCSA. Kentucky issued a similar but separate emergency.
