Federal, News
FMCSA plans registration modernization meeting for May 29
In an attempt to deter fraud and improve an outdated system, FMCSA is working toward modernizing the registration process.
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Podcast: Will the free market solve truck parking?
Tyson Fisher brings us an update on the truck parking crisis, including plans for tens of thousands of paid truck parking spaces nationwide.
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Fuel prices, News, State
New Jersey fuel tax rates down again starting Oct. 1
Starting Oct. 1, truckers and motorists fueling in New Jersey will get a slight break in fuel tax expenses.
News, State
Study suggests stronger cellphone laws reduce rear-end crashes
Two of three Western states experienced reductions in rear-end crashes after implementing stronger cellphone laws.
Fuel prices, News
National diesel average price jumps 20 cents
Average diesel prices are back up, and by as much as 20 cents per gallon for some, after two months of consistently falling prices
Federal, News
FMCSA announces first Women of Trucking Advisory Board
FMCSA’s Women of Trucking Advisory Board combines for more than 275 years of experience in the transportation industry.
Elections, News, State
Voters in two Colorado counties to decide transportation funding questions
Transportation funding is a topic of multiple local measures on fall ballots in Colorado, addressing surplus use and sales taxes.
Equipment, News, State
Lessons learned from three-year Volvo LIGHTS project
After three years of collecting data, the Volvo LIGHTS project has come to an end, leaving Volvo Trucks with a wealth of information.
Federal, News
FMCSA declares regional emergency after refinery fire
An Aug. 24 fire at BP Whiting refinery results in a Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration emergency relief declaration.
News, OOIDA
Look for the OOIDA tour trailer in Montana
Marty Ellis and the OOIDA tour trailer are in Laurel, Mont. He’s seen some cool trucks and saw where NIMBYs stopped a truck stop project.
Business, News, Products & Services
Pilot announces plans for autonomous truckport
Pilot Flying J says a partnership with a self-driving trucking company “will play a crucial role in the deployment of autonomous trucks.”
News, State
Public comment available for New Jersey truck access rule
The public can provide input to the New Jersey Department of Transportation about proposed amendments to the state’s truck access rule.