Federal, News
EPA criticized for ‘torrent of regulation’
Senate Republicans criticized the EPA for “a torrent of regulation” that led to higher costs at a committee hearing on Wednesday, May 8.
Listen Now
Podcast: FMCSA to cars – time to share the road
FMCSA is undertaking a project to alert the general public about sharing the road with large trucks. OOIDA’s Jay Grimes has the details.
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Federal, News
FMCSA set to publish Medical Examiner Handbook
After years of waiting, the FMCSA is set to publish an updated version of the Medical Examiner Handbook.
OOIDA, Truck Shows
Friendly faces at Great Salt Lake Truck Show
There were many friendly faces for Marty Ellis, who took the OOIDA tour trailer to the Great Salt Lake Truck Show. Now he’s in Huntington, Ore.
News, State
Ohio, Kentucky take a second bite at the federal funding apple for Brent Spence Bridge
Ohio and Kentucky have jointly submitted a second federal funding application for the Brent Spence Bridge Corridor project.
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An industry group has withdrawn a lawsuit that alleged CARB broke the law by not providing enough notice.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.