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, State
I-70 Detour Act introduced to alleviate I-70 closure issues
Rep. Lauren Boebert introduced the I-70 Detour Act to require the Department of Transportation to find viable solutions to I-70 closures.
News
Truckers get caught in Ukraine conflict by sanctions, deadlines
Truck drivers in Ukraine were caught in the middle by sanctions levied against Russia and Belarus put in place because of Russia’s invasion.
Business, Products & Services
XPO Logistics adds terminals on East and West coasts
This month and next XPO Logistics plans to open terminals in Georgia and California. Each have nearly 100 doors and over 50,000 square feet.
Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA makes push in support of GOT Truckers Act
The GOT Truckers Act seeks fair compensation for truck drivers. OOIDA is asking its members to contact their lawmakers to support the bill.
Fuel prices, News
Most paying more for diesel
The Energy Information Administration’s weekly report showed an increase in all but one region. The national average is now $5.101.
News, State
Louisiana Senate panel backs double fines, camera use along Atchafalaya Basin Bridge
A Louisiana bill would double fines for speeding and truck lane violations along the Atchafalaya Basin Bridge. Automated enforcement cameras would also be authorized.
News, State
Awareness campaign targets truckers as important piece to ending human trafficking
An awareness campaign aimed at ending human trafficking is underway in Virginia. Organizers say truckers could play an important role in its success.
Equipment
Western Star recalls include side air intake and windshield wiper issues
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling a few thousand Western Star trucks of various models and model years for two separate issues.
Crime & Courts, News
Two companies admit to tampering with emission monitoring systems
Two companies have struck plea deals and admitted guilt in a conspiracy to tamper with emission monitoring systems on Class 8 trucks.
Features, Truck Shows
Truck World kicks off Thursday in Mississauga, Ontario
The last Truck World show was in 2018, but it’s coming back at the end of this week with more than 500 exhibitors and programs on ELDs.