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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Business, Products & Services
Alcoa Wheels markets covers for steer- and drive-axle wheels
Alcoa Wheels says its new wheel covers can reduce drag and improve miles per gallon. The savings tallies to $120 per truck, it says.
News, State, Tolls
Washington bill would reduce certain Tacoma Narrows Bridge tolls
A Washington Senate-approved bill would provide relief for many Tacoma Narrows Bridge users, but truck drivers are cut out of relief.
Federal, News
White House announces several actions to tighten truck emission standards
The White House is proposing actions that will significantly increase truck emission standards in what OOIDA calls “government overreach.”
Features, News
Women in Trucking picks finalists for driver of the year award
Women in Trucking Association has announced the finalists for its third annual driver-of the year award. Winner to be announced at MATS.
Federal, News
FMCSA issues final rule to end duplicative regulation
FMCSA will eliminate a “duplicative” regulation that requires drivers to submit a list of traffic convictions to their employers.
Fuel prices, News
Diesel surges by more than 70 cents
The weekly federal report shows massive jumps in diesel prices across the country, including a 74.5-cent surge in the national average.
Business, Equipment
ConMet partners with Carrier, Great Dane on zero-emission reefer trailer
ConMet eMobility aims to perfect a zero-emission reefer trailer in partnerships withCarrier Transicold, Great Dane, Sysco Corp. and Meritor.
News, State
Minnesota bills would tap auto parts tax revenue for roads
A pursuit at the Minnesota statehouse would route 100% of tax revenue from auto parts sales tax to the highway user tax distribution fund.
Crime & Courts, News
Company declared imminent hazard after driver crashes, kills officer
Koboat Trucking has been deemed an imminent hazard to safety and ordered to cease operations after its unlicensed driver killed an officer.
Features
Highway Hero’s response: ‘It’s what we do’
A professional driver who is a trained emergency responder was chosen to be Goodyear’s Highway Hero this year for selfless helping others.
