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.
The Latest
News, State, Tolls
Oregon DOT extends comment deadline on tolling policy
The Oregon Department of Transportation is extending the comment period on the state’s tolling policy through Sept. 15.
News, State
Wildfires causing road issues in California and Idaho
Wildfires are raging throughout the U.S., with one in California and another in Idaho causing some road closures and delays.
Opinion
No steering wheels? No thank you!
Look, Ma! No hands! Ford and GM are seeking exemptions from steering wheels on Level 4 vehicles they want to test on public roadways.
Federal, News
FHWA nomination goes to Bhatt
Shailen Bhatt, an executive at a multinational infrastructure firm, has been nominated to lead the FHWA.
Crime & Courts, Federal, News, State
Federal government offers no position in CRST no-hire agreement case
The federal government has officially taken no position on a “no-hire agreement” federal lawsuit filed against CRST and other transport companies.
Crime & Courts, News
Two indicted in deadly smuggling case
Two indicted in connection to a human smuggling operation that resulted in the death of 53 migrants. Charges could result in life in prison or death penalty.
News, State
New Jersey expands zero-emission incentive program; includes heavy-duty trucks
New Jersey program offers businesses incentives for purchasing zero-emissions vehicles. With additional funds, program will soon include heavy-duty vehicles.
Business, Equipment
New diesels can cut emissions faster than electric trucks, study says
In powering big trucks, diesels do better than just hold their own in cutting emissions compared to electric trucks, a trade group says.
Elections, News, State
California counties move forward with transportation questions for fall ballots
Multiple California counties are moving forward with plans to include transportation tax questions on their November ballots.
Federal, News
FMCSA to host apprenticeship program webinar
FMCSA’s Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program is a three-year program to help individuals ages 18-20 explore trucking careers.
