Federal, News
Trucking industry seeks answers amid marijuana rescheduling proposal
The federal government wants to reschedule marijuana, creating confusion among federally regulated entities, including the trucking industry.
Listen Now
Podcast: Ryder says transitioning to electric will cost some big bucks
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? One company has taken a look at the issue and thinks it has an answer.
The Latest
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.
News
Canada delays ELD enforcement until 2023
Canada’s transition period for its ELD mandate has been extended until next year, according to the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators.
Federal, News
FMCSA expands windshield area for vehicle safety technology
FMCSA published a final rule that expands the area on the interior of a truck’s windshield in which safety devices can be mounted.
News, State
Kentucky, Ohio seek federal funding for toll-free Brent Spence Bridge project
Kentucky and Ohio will request $2 billion in federal funding for a Brent Spence Bridge companion bridge, eliminating the need for tolls.
Fuel prices, News
Diesel prices jump a quarter per gallon from a week ago
Diesel prices have jumped a startling amount from a week ago, according to ProMiles.com. Lagging fuel surcharges can mess a driver up.
News, OOIDA, State
Washington Legislature nears approval of rest area, restroom bills
Washington Senate backs bills to keep rest areas open, and to provide truck drivers with access to restrooms at port facilities.
