News
FMCSA encourages safe driving around large trucks, buses
FMCSA is working to spread the message of how the general public can safely share the roads with large trucks and buses.
Listen Now
Podcast: Why are shippers making truckers download apps?
Has a shipper asked you to download an app onto your smartphone? This may be to track loads – but it may also be doing a lot more.
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News, State
Three years of construction on I-17 in Arizona begins this year
Do you regularly travel on Interstate 17 in Arizona? Arizona’s DOT has some info about the I-17 improvement project you may want to know.
News
Truck freight crossing the borders slowed down in January
Cross-border freight dropped in January, particularly freight hauled by trucks crossing the Canadian border.
News, State
Idaho law provides boost for transportation projects
A new law in Idaho will provide a boost for bridge work around the state without new taxes or fees. Another bill includes money for road work.
Federal, News, State
New law designates I-27 extension in Texas
West Texas will get a new stretch of I-27 as part of the $1.5 trillion omnibus appropriations bill recently signed into law.
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.