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Move toward electric trucks ‘ignores operational realities’
The EPA’s efforts toward electric trucks are unworkable and ignore operational realities, a trucking executive told a House subcommittee.
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Podcast: Effort to increase minimum insurance requirements draws some heat
Rep. Mike Collins of Georgia has been clear about his opposition to increasing truckers’ minimum insurance requirements.
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Business, News, Products & Services
Weather warnings now available on Drivewyze Safety+
The Drivewyze Safety+ platform will now provide extreme and severe weather alerts for drivers up to 50 miles from the affected area.
Crime & Courts, News
Celadon executives dodge charges alleging multimillion-dollar scheme
Federal prosecutors dropped a lawsuit against two former Celadon executives who were accused by the SEC of a multimillion-dollar fraud.
State
Massachusetts governor signs $11.3 billion transportation bond bill
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker signs $11.3 billion transportation bond bill that calls for tapping federal aid and state surplus revenue.
Crime & Courts, News, State
Industry group drops CARB lawsuit
An industry group has withdrawn a lawsuit that alleged CARB broke the law by not providing enough notice. They want EPA to step in.
Business, News, Products & Services, State
Renewable diesel plant opens in Reno, Nev., area
A newly opened renewable diesel plant in Reno, Nev., is said to be one of the country’s most advanced renewable fuels plants.
News, Safety & Security
Brake Safety Week enforcement blitz starts Sunday
Brake Safety Week starts Sunday. Inspectors will be out in force to inspect brake hoses, check brake adjustment, and detect air pressure leaks.
Business, Equipment, News
Tesla Semi could be on the road by the end of 2022
Could the wait finally be over? According to CEO Elon Musk, the Telsa Semi could make it to U.S. highways by the end of the year.
Equipment, News
Navistar recalling more than 8,000 LoneStar and LT trucks
Navistar is recalling more than 8,000 International LoneStar and LT trucks after discovering an issue with battery cables.
News, Truck Shows
Craig DeReu earns Shriners Kids Choice award at Big Rig Truck Show
OOIDA Alternate Board Member Craig DeReu of Mineral, Ill. won the Shriners Kids Choice trophy at the Big Rig Truck Show in Franklin Grove, Ill.
Elections, News, State
Five Georgia counties to decide this fall on transportation tax
November ballots in five Georgia counties will include a question about whether to authorize or renew a transportation tax.