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.
Listen Now
Podcast: Is renewable diesel an alternative to electric?
A new American Transportation Research Institute report includes promising data on renewable diesel. Jeff Short explains the details.
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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.
Fuel prices, News, State
Fuel tax relief efforts continue at statehouses
Fuel tax relief efforts continue at statehouses across the country to aid motorists and truck drivers. Add five states to the list.
Federal, News, State
Gov. Abbott announces return of random inspections at one border crossing
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has partially backed off his mandated step-up in inspections of vehicles arriving from Mexico. After meeting with Nuevo Leon Gov. Samuel Alejandro García Sepúlveda on April 13, Abbott agreed to restore inspection processes to allow for faster border crossings at the Colombia Solidarity International Bridge. The agreement hinged on a commitment […]
Federal, News, OOIDA
GOT Truckers Act would remove overtime exemption
A bipartisan bill backed by OOIDA would reverse a longstanding law that prevents truck drivers from receiving overtime pay.
News, State
Truckers’ help sought in updating Washington state’s Freight System Plan
The Washington state DOT asks truckers to help update its Freight System Plan. There’s a listening session planned for Monday, April 18.