Federal, News
Divided underride committee to draft recommendations for NHTSA
A committee that was created to provide recommendations on how to reduce the number of underride crashes held its final meeting on Wednesday, May 22.
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Podcast: Bill targets rampant fraud in trucking
Bryce Mongeon of OOIDA explains how a measure in the U.S. House would give FMCSA more power to crack down on fraud that targets truckers.
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Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA maintains opposition to hair testing mandate
OOIDA opposes reporting hair testing results in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, citing “inconsistencies and inaccuracies” in the tests.
COVID-19, News
Reports: Canada to end vaccine requirement; U.S. next?
Canada is reportedly set to end its vaccine requirement for travelers. Will the United States do the same?
Elections, News, State
Los Angeles County locales pursue new road revenue
Los Angeles County locales will ask voters next month to raise taxes to cover general purpose needs that include road work.
News, State
Washington state’s U.S. Highway 2 shutdown since Sept. 10
The Bolt Creek fire has burned more than 10,000, closing U.S. Highway 2, just east of Seattle. WSDOT says the highway could reopen Monday.
Federal, News
Should electronic IDs be required on commercial motor vehicles?
FMCSA is flirting with the idea of requiring interstate commercial motor vehicles to have electronic identification technology.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA tour trailer stops in Oakley, Kan.
The first of three Kansas stops for the OOIDA tour trailer is Oakley, home to the Buffalo Bill Cultural and Visitor Center and a fossil museum.
Features, News, OOIDA, Truck Shows
South Dakota truck convoy raises nearly $60K for Special Olympics
With 107 trucks participating, the 2022 South Dakota Truck Convoy helps raise nearly $60,000 for Special Olympics.
Business, Equipment
‘Command Steer’ adds power to power steering
Mack Trucks offer help turning the steering wheel with Command Steer, a smart electric boost to Mack’s normal hydraulic power steering.
News, State
Massachusetts nears rule for side underride guards
A transportation safety bill headed to the Massachusetts governor’s desk includes a mandate for side underride guards for certain trucks.
Business, Equipment
New truck orders, trailer orders show life despite recession fears
New truck orders were modest in August, and trailer orders rose, but recession concerns have tempered enthusiasm, say ACT Research analysts.