Federal, News, State
FMCSA denies Florida agency’s exemption from CDL testing rules
FMCSA has denied a Florida agency’s request for an exemption from regulations that require the CDL skills tests be completed in succession.
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Podcast: Crashes, drugs, fraud and parking on agenda for FMCSA forum
An FMCSA Research Forum is coming up next week, and what comes out of it could have a significant impact on your life as a truck driver.
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Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA maintains stance that complaint database needs new name
Though FMCSA denies it, OOIDA is doubling down on its claims that the National Consumer Complaint Database is poorly named.
Fuel prices, News
EIA still predicts an increase in oil production
Diesel and other fuel markets remain highly unstable due to ongoing and potential future global events, largely Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
News, State
Multiple states pursue end to ticket quotas
State legislators around the country weigh action to eliminate policing for profit via ticket-writing requirements, or ticket quotas.
Crime & Courts, News
SCOTUS declines to hear female CRST drivers’ harassment suit
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to review sexual harassment claims by former female CRST drivers, leaving the lawsuit mostly gutted.
News, OOIDA, Truck Shows
OOIDA at MATS on next episode of ‘Live From Exit 24’
As OOIDA gears up for MATS, the next Live From Exit 24’ will preview some of the opportunities the Association will feature at the event.
OOIDA, Truck Shows
At MATS, tell us why you’re a member and why OOIDA is important
MATS is celebrating 50 years, and OOIDA will be doing the same soon. Stop by the Association’s booth if you’re willing to make a testimonial.
Fuel prices, News
Diesel down for first time in two months
The Energy Information Administration weekly report released on March 21 showed a drop in diesel prices for the first time since January.
Fuel prices, News, State
Maryland, Georgia approve fuel tax holidays; others pursue similar action
Legislative efforts in statehouses around the country would provide motorists and/or truck drivers relief from fuel taxes.
Federal, News, OOIDA
Alternative vision standard goes into effect; road test now required for some
FMCSA’s alternative vision standard goes into effect March 22. The new standard requires evaluation from a licensed provider and a road test for some.
Equipment, Federal, News
Bill seeks to accelerate adoption of hydrogen fuel cell trucks
Perfectly timed while diesel prices are sky high, the Hydrogen for Trucks Act can help owner-operators purchase hydrogen fuel cell trucks.