Federal, News
FMCSA plans registration modernization meeting for May 29
In an attempt to deter fraud and improve an outdated system, FMCSA is working toward modernizing the registration process.
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Podcast: Will the free market solve truck parking?
Tyson Fisher brings us an update on the truck parking crisis, including plans for tens of thousands of paid truck parking spaces nationwide.
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Business, Products & Services
XPO Logistics offloads its intermodal division to STG Logistics
STG Logistics solidifies its position as a container transportation leader by buying XPO’s intermodal division as XPO preps for more change.
OOIDA
The OOIDA tour trailer stops in Glendale, Ky.
Marty Ellis takes the OOIDA tour trailer to Glendale, Ky., for a few days before heading to a couple of stops in Indiana.
News, State
I-27 is one of three new Texas interstates
In addition to I-27 in the western part of the state, Texas plans to add I-14 connecting Gulf Coast states and I-69, planned to head north.
News, OOIDA, Truck Shows
OOIDA members, execs confer on initiatives, priorities at MATS
OOIDA members got a chance to hear some areas where the Association has succeeded and what its leaders plan to address at MATS 2022.
News, State
Connecticut is third state to approve fuel tax holiday; others pursue action
Fuel tax relief efforts have been approved in statehouses around the country, and more states continue to pursue relief for drivers.
Federal, News, Truck Shows
FMCSA, Labor Department take message directly to drivers
The FMCSA and the Department of Labor used MATS to inform truck drivers and motor carriers about some of its latest programs.
Federal, News
NHTSA finalizes ‘first-of-its-kind’ rule for automated vehicle occupants
As high-level automated vehicles come closer to becoming reality, NHTSA is modifying vehicle standards to include the new configurations.
Equipment, News
Navistar recalls nearly 3,000 International LT trucks
A few thousand International LT trucks may have an issue with battery cables, prompting Navistar to issue a recall.
News, OOIDA, Truck Shows
MATS celebrates 50th anniversary
The Mid-America Trucking Show celebrated 50 years by announcing the first inductees into its newly created Wall of Fame at MATS 2022.
News, Truck Shows
Trucking apprenticeships for veterans ‘good recruiting and retention tool’ says industry insider
With high turnover rates in trucking, some in the industry say apprenticeships for veterans may be a way for carriers to retain quality drivers.