News, OOIDA
OOIDA Foundation points out problems with EPA mandate
An analysis from the OOIDA Foundation raises concerns stemming from the EPA’s new Phase 3 greenhouse gas regulations on heavy trucks.
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Podcast: From homeless to full of hope
Thanks to the Veterans Community Project, an Army veteran and former truck driver has gone from homeless to full of hope for the future.
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Louisiana Senate approves longer, heavier loads at ports
The Louisiana Senate approved a bill to create a new tandem load permit for trucks hauling to and from shipping ports in the state.
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The OOIDA tour trailer returns to Gary, Ind.
Marty Ellis is taking the OOIDA tour trailer to Gary, Ind. He’s fresh from the OOIDA spring Board meeting. Go find out what was discussed.
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Huge wildlife bridge project to start near L.A.
A roaming cougar has inspired the construction of a wildlife bridge over Highway 101 near L.A. It’s called the world’s largest.
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Arizona wildfire closes U.S. Highway 89
The Tunnel Fire near Flagstaff, Ariz., has now burned more than 19,000 acres since it was reported Sunday. On Wednesday, containment was 0%.
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Most overrated and underrated scenic routes
Is Route 66 among the most overrated road trips? One analysis thinks so. What do you think are some of the most over/underrated scenic routes?
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Poll shows Americans opposed to reducing age requirements for CDLs
Lowering age requirements for CDLs has been suggested to solve supply chain issues. A recent poll says most Americans aren’t on board.
News, State
Minnesota Senate plan relies on federal funds, auto parts tax revenue for roads
A Minnesota Senate panel has advanced a bill to provide more than $5.7 billion for transportation funding over five years.
Federal, News, State
Otay Mesa truck processing lanes nearly double
Part of a nine-figure improvement project, truckers have more processing lanes to choose from at the Otay Mesa land port of entry.
Federal, News
Joseph DeCarolis named EIA administrator
The Energy Information Administration announced Dr. Joseph DeCarolis as its 10th administrator. DeCarolis is now EIA’s primary spokesperson.
Business, Products & Services
Capacity swings to the contract freight market as spot rates soften
Spot rates fall as load availability dries up, reports DAT MembersEdge. Even so, reefer demand is picking up out of Central California.