News
FMCSA encourages safe driving around large trucks, buses
FMCSA is working to spread the message of how the general public can safely share the roads with large trucks and buses.
Listen Now
Podcast: Why are shippers making truckers download apps?
Has a shipper asked you to download an app onto your smartphone? This may be to track loads – but it may also be doing a lot more.
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Federal, News
Congress passes Ocean Shipping Reform Act
In an effort to improve the supply chain, Congress has passed the Ocean Shipping Reform Act of 2022.
Fuel prices, News
More of the same with diesel prices
With the release of the June 13 report, the EIA started using new statistical methodologies to figure its weekly diesel averages.
News, State
New Jersey bill would shield drivers from ticket camera enforcement
A New Jersey bill would limit the effect of ticket cameras by prohibiting the state from working with other states to issue tickets.
Federal, News, Truck Parking
Truck parking bill finds new life with surge in co-sponsors
After lying in a four-month coma, the U.S. House is breathing new life into the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act. Is your rep listed?
Features, OOIDA
Truckers for Troops commemorates Flag Day
Truckers for Troops video series commemorates Flag Day. The holiday, which started in the early 1900s, is celebrated on June 14 each year.
Features, News, OOIDA Member
OOIDA life member honored as Highway Angel
OOIDA life member’s courage following a rush hour crash earns ‘Highway Angel’ honors. Driver credits decades as volunteer firefighter for preparing him to help.
Equipment
Daimler Trucks issues two separate recalls addressing steering issue
More than 10,000 Daimler Trucks vehicles are potentially affected by one of two recalls dealing with an issue with the steering component.
News, State
Ohio law authorizes transportation plan, Brent Spence Bridge funding
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed into law a bill that authorizes nearly $700 million for transportation. Funding for the Brent Spence Bridge also is included.
Federal, News, OOIDA
UCR comment period to reopen for 14 days
Following a response from OOIDA, the comment period regarding UCR fees for 2023 is being reopened for two weeks.
News, OOIDA, Truck Shows
The OOIDA tour trailer stops in London, Ohio, between shows
Marty Ellis and the OOIDA tour trailer will stop in London, Ohio, between the ATHS national historical truck show and a regional ATHS show.