Federal, News, State
FMCSA denies Florida agency’s exemption from CDL testing rules
FMCSA has denied a Florida agency’s request for an exemption from regulations that require the CDL skills tests be completed in succession.
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Podcast: Crashes, drugs, fraud and parking on agenda for FMCSA forum
An FMCSA Research Forum is coming up next week, and what comes out of it could have a significant impact on your life as a truck driver.
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News, State
Heavy snow expected in Colorado as NWS issues winter weather advisory
Heavy snow in late May? A winter weather advisory has been issued for northeast Colorado. The latest forecasted snowfall totals are staggering.
News, OOIDA
Truckers for Troops celebrates Armed Forces Day
Armed Forces Day was created in 1949 to honor all branches of the military. Truckers for Troops sends a special thank you on this day.
Business, Equipment, News
UPS shareholders vote down proposal strengthening emissions reduction
UPS shareholders delivered a blow to the electric vehicle movement after striking down a proposal to expedite the electrification of its fleet.
News, OOIDA, Truck Shows
OOIDA tour trailer heads to Lima, Ohio, vintage truck show
On Saturday, join Marty Ellis and the OOIDA tour trailer at the Greater Cincinnati Chapter Truck Show in Honor of Jerry Howard in Lima, Ohio.
News, State
Michigan law revises work zone travel notifications
A new law in Michigan is intended to provide greater protection for road workers in work zones by authorizing improved driver notifications.
Crime & Courts, News
Gift card fraud scheme leads to seven-count indictment
A scheme that involved selling discount diesel to truck drivers resulted in a federal indictment for 61-year-old Larry Holmes of Baltimore.
News
Immersion training program gives prospective drivers a glimpse into trucking
An immersion training program gives prospective drivers a glimpse into the life of a trucker, in hopes of attracting women and youth.
News, State, Truck Parking
Love’s adds 74 truck parking spaces in Georgia
Love’s Travel Stops has opened its second new location this month and 12th this year, adding more than 70 truck parking spaces in Georgia.
News, State
Pennsylvania bill addresses blocked train crossings
One Pennsylvania state lawmaker has introduced a bill to boost penalties for train crossings blocked “for an unreasonable amount of time.”
Federal, News
FMCSA renews exemption for Recreation Vehicle Industry Association
FMCSA is renewing an exemption that allows certain drivers to operate without a commercial driver’s license.
