Federal, News
Trucking industry seeks answers amid marijuana rescheduling proposal
The federal government wants to reschedule marijuana, creating confusion among federally regulated entities, including the trucking industry.
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Podcast: Ryder says transitioning to electric will cost some big bucks
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? One company has taken a look at the issue and thinks it has an answer.
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Crime & Courts, News, State
Colorado police investigating cause of semi crash that left driver with ‘significant burns’
A semitruck crash in Colorado last week left the 22-year-old driver with “significant burns.” State police are investigating.
News, State
Oklahoma temporarily waives oversized load requirements
Oversized loads transporting hay to assist with drought relief are covered by an Oklahoma requirement waiver through Nov. 10.
Equipment, News
Great Dane recalling trailers over brake pad issue
Great Dane Trailers is recalling more than 2,000 trailers due to brake pad issues. Check to see if the one you’re hauling is affected.
Business, Products & Services
Iron Maintenance truck shop chain poised for growth
In just two years, the Iron Maintenance truck shop chain has blazed a trail of new locations, building on being a Knight-Swift affiliate.
Federal, News
FMCSA rejects CVSA’s petition to set limits on personal conveyance
The FMCSA has denied CVSA’s petition to add a maximum distance or time to a truck driver’s personal conveyance provision.
News
WalletHub releases best/worst cities to drive in
North Carolina and Texas dominate the best cities to drive in, according to WalletHub, while California cities are among the worst.
Opinion
Road to safety starts with driver training
A bill in the House would repeal FMCSA’s entry-level driver training rule. It would be a huge step backward, Land Line’s Mark Schremmer says.
Business
Manitoba’s Bison Transport buys another Maine carrier
Manitoba-based Bison Transport is building its U.S. presence with the purchase of another carrier in Maine. Bison USA formed in January.
News, State
California governor vetoes tax credit for certain vehicle owners
A bill vetoed by the California governor called for giving certain taxpayers money to not own a vehicle.
News, State, Tolls
Rhode Island governor on court’s ruling on truck tolling: ‘We’ll be appealing’
In September, a federal judge ruled Rhode Island’s truck-only tolling unconstitutional. The governor says the state will appeal the ruling.