News
FMCSA launches 2024’s Operation Protect Your Move
FMCSA is continuing efforts to protect the public from scams involving household goods. A 2023 initiative found more than 1,000 violations.
Listen Now
Podcast: FHWA grants meant to replace trucks at ports
Ports across the country might see quite a few new, lower-emission trucks due to a series of grants from the Federal Highway Administration.
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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.
Crime & Courts, Federal, News
U.S. solicitor general tells SCOTUS to avoid broker negligence case
The U.S. solicitor general advised the Supreme Court to avoid a case against C.H. Robinson that could have sweeping consequences for brokers.