Federal, News, State
FMCSA denies Florida agency’s exemption from CDL testing rules
FMCSA has denied a Florida agency’s request for an exemption from regulations that require the CDL skills tests be completed in succession.
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Podcast: Crashes, drugs, fraud and parking on agenda for FMCSA forum
An FMCSA Research Forum is coming up next week, and what comes out of it could have a significant impact on your life as a truck driver.
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News, State
Florida expands CDL training programs at state colleges
Florida boosts funding for CDL training programs at state colleges. The governor says trucking investments are driving the state’s growth.
News, State
West Virginia governor signs bills to pay for road work
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice has signed into law legislation appropriating surplus revenue for secondary road projects.
Federal, News
TRUCKS Act would help small trucking businesses avoid training requirements
A bill in the Senate would open the door for small trucking businesses to avoid the new entry-level driver training requirements.
News, State
Meetings scheduled for Virginia DOT study
The Virginia Department of Transportation is holding public meetings on Sept. 19 and Sept. 20 to provide information on the Route 199 Project Pipeline study. Transportation issues such as congestion, safety and access will identified and analyzed as part of the study, according to the Project Pipeline website. Route 199 (Humelsine Parkway) between Brookwood Driver […]
Business, Equipment
Cummins introduces Meritor 17Xe ePowertrain at German trade show
Cummins showed why it wanted Meritor with the 17Xe ePowertrain at a truck tradeshow in Germany. Volvo also showed a new electric rear axle.
Features
Trucker honored after saving toddler playing near highway
“You see a 2-year-old on the side of the road … you stop what you’re doing.” Trucker honored as Highway Angel for his selfless actions.
News, State
Ohio bill would create regional heavy hauling permit near Pennsylvania border
An Ohio House bill would revise a special regional heavy hauling permit rule to address affected loads near the state’s border with Pennsylvania.
Features, OOIDA
Truckers for Troops commemorates POW-MIA Day
POW-MIA Day recognizes prisoners of war as well as those still missing in action. Truckers for Troops commemorates the observance.
Federal, News
Truckers say emergency declaration opens door to more hours flexibility
In response to an FMCSA notice about an ongoing emergency declaration, many truck drivers say more hours-of-service flexibility is needed.
Features, News
Know a Highway Hero? Goodyear wants to see their story
Many truck drivers act selflessly for the good of others while on the road. Goodyear Tire wants to share the story of another Highway Hero.
