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.
Listen Now
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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Federal, News
Study to look at automated driving systems, commercial driver engagement
There’s little data on how commercial drivers engage with Level 2 and 3 automated driving system-equipped trucks. FMCSA wants to fix that.
News, State
PennDOT target of resolution seeking a review of the department
PennDOT is the target of a resolution introduced in the Pennsylvania statehouse seeking for a complete comparative review of the department.
Crime & Courts, News
Where’s the beef? Police search for trailers, cargo valued at $750K
Three trailers of meat were stolen in a Nebraska city, its second meat theft in a matter of months. Trailers and meat are valued at $750K.
Federal, News, OOIDA
NHTSA reports ‘crisis’ despite small decline in traffic deaths
Data show a dip in traffic deaths, but the U.S. DOT isn’t claiming victory. OOIDA asks if cars are crashing, why the emphasis on big trucks?
Business, News, Products & Services
Saia LTL Freight opens new Kansas terminals
Saia LTL Freight opens more terminals, this time in western Kansas. Company officials say the expansion will continue into 2025.
Fuel prices, News
National diesel average dips below $5, EIA report says
Diesel prices are lower this week based on reports from EIA, ProMiles.com and AAA. EIA says the national average per gallon is under $5.
Federal, News, OOIDA
ELD exemption for pre-2000 trucks should remain, OOIDA says
When the ELD mandate took effect in 2017, trucks with pre-2000 engines were exempt. OOIDA says it should stay that way.
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.