Federal, News
FMCSA explains plans to modernize registration system
FMCSA’s plan to modernize its registration system and crack down on fraud is going to come in stages. A rulemaking is expected this year.
Listen Now
Podcast: World’s oldest active professional truck driver
Doyle Archer started driving decades ago and hasn’t stopped since. And while he didn’t give it much thought, those around him wondered if he might just be the oldest active trucker at 90 years old. And it turns out he is. We visit with the Guinness World Record holder.
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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.
Federal, News, Truck Parking
House T&I leaders urge DOT to address truck parking
The leaders of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee have asked Secretary Buttigieg to address the truck parking crisis.