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DRIVE Act speeds up while speed limiter proposal slows down?
The DRIVE Act is gaining support as rumblings build that FMCSA’s speed limiter proposal may not be released in 2024.
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Podcast: Truckers on board discuss driver training, fraud, EVs and more
What needs to be done to improve driver training? It was one of several topics – including fraud, EVs and more – discussed by OOIDA’s Board.
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News, OOIDA
OOIDA tour trailer has stops in Wisconsin through Memorial Day
Marty Ellis says the hot topic at the OOIDA tour trailer is the speed limiter mandate and truckers need to keep explaining the problems with it.
Crime & Courts, Federal, News, State
Solicitor general tells Supreme Court to decline AB5 petition
The U.S. Supreme Court shouldn’t hear the California Trucking Association’s case against AB5, the Office of the Solicitor General says.
News, State
New Oklahoma law authorizes autonomous vehicles
A new law in Oklahoma permits the use of fully autonomous vehicles on state roadways. The rule also applies to commercial vehicles.
Features, News
Rhode Island truckers participate in convoy for Special Olympics
Truckers in Rhode Island “showcase industry pride and professionalism” while taking to the streets to help raise money for Special Olympics.
Federal, News
FMCSA provides regulatory relief for transportation of baby formula
The federal government is calling on truck drivers to help out with the nation’s shortage of baby formula with an emergency declaration.
Federal, News
Driving school seeks exemption from instructors’ qualification requirements
A truck driving school says its instructors should be exempt from a driver training rule that requires them to have two years of driving experience.
Fuel prices, News
Lower diesel prices again this week
Diesel prices, including the national average, were lower for the second consecutive week. The Gulf Coast saw the largest drop this week.
News, State
Louisiana House panel backs double fines, camera use on Atchafalaya Basin Bridge
A Louisiana House panel has voted to advance a bill to double fines for speeding and for truck lane restrictions along the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge.
News, State
Spring storms lead to Minnesota executive order
Minnesota has experienced extreme weather that is affecting their agricultural industry. The state has an hours-of-service waiver in place.
Equipment, News, State
Sysco to acquire hundreds of Freightliner electric trucks
Sysco Corp. is moving forward with its ambitious emission reduction targets by acquiring nearly 800 electric trucks. Will it work?