Federal, News
Rep. Collins: Minimum insurance increase would ‘destroy’ trucking
A bill that would increase carriers’ minimum insurance to $5 million would “destroy the trucking industry,” a member of Congress said.
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Podcast: Will congressional action shut down push for electric vehicles?
Four members of Congress are working to blunt the Biden administration’s push for electric vehicles. But will they have a real effect?
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Federal, News
How should FMCSA define brokers and bona fide agents?
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration wants feedback regarding the definitions of broker and bona fide agents.
Business, Products & Services
New Dynasys 24 APU runs on lithium-ion batteries
Its maker, Perrin Manufacturing, says the lithium-ion battery-powered Dynasys 24 can power a 16,000 Btu A/C unit for up to 16 hours.
Business
Schneider National acquires trucks of deBoer Transportation
Schneider National has added to its fleet with the acquisition of Wisconsin carrier deBoer Transportation.
Federal, News, Truck Parking
Truck parking emphasized during House roadway safety hearing
One Democrat and one Republican highlighted the truck parking crisis during a hearing addressing roadway safety. Will the nudge be enough?
Federal, News, OOIDA
Driver shortage claims emerge at FMCSA nominee hearing
The industry’s debate of whether there is a truck driver shortage became the focus of a hearing regarding an FMCSA nominee.
News, State
Temporary left lane restriction for trucks on I-10 in Arizona
Dubbed an “interim safety measure,” Arizona DOT announces trucks will be restricted to the right lane only along a 20-mile stretch of I-10.
News, State
Louisiana Legislature passes electric, hybrid vehicle fee
The Louisiana Legislature has acted to address supplementing transportation funding via a new fee on electric and hybrid vehicles.
Fuel prices, News
Record prices expected through 2023
Historically high energy prices won’t be ending anytime soon, according to the latest EIA short-term energy outlook released on June 7.
OOIDA, Truck Shows
The OOIDA tour trailer heads to ATHS National Convention
The big kahuna of antique truck shows is the next stop for Marty Ellis and the OOIDA tour trailer– ATHS National Convention and Truck Show.
Truck Shows
SuperRigs begins its 40th anniversary celebration starting June 9
SuperRigs runs June 9-11 at Branson Landing in Missouri. Over $25,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded at the premier truck beauty contest.