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New driver training rule almost here

Beginning next month, a long-anticipated entry-level driver training rule will go into effect. The new standards take effect Feb. 7.

News

Trucking freight crossing the borders near all-time high

North American freight is going strong, with truck freight crossing the borders continuing an eight-month growth streak.

News, State

Pennsylvania bill would allow expanded use of self-driving vehicles

A new Pennsylvania bill would permit self-driving vehicles to operate on roadways with or without a driver in the driver’s position.

News, OOIDA

Big Spring, Texas, is the next stop for the OOIDA tour trailer

Marty Ellis next takes the OOIDA tour trailer to Big Spring, Texas. Driver buzz has been about supply issues and the tragic Denver crash.

News, OOIDA

Win some OOIDA swag

The first “Live From Exit 24” of 2022 will feature a trucking trivia contest complete with prizes for listeners who answer correctly.

News, State

Wintry weather may cause travel delays over the weekend

From coast to coast, wintry weather is causing problems for travelers, with the Northeast getting hit the hardest with heavy snowfall.

Coronavirus, Federal, News

Conservative justices appear leery of OSHA vaccine rule

Several members of the U.S. Supreme Court questioned the need for OSHA’s vaccine rule during a special hearing on Friday, Jan. 7.

News

Trucking job growth hits a snag in December

After several months of strong employment growth, the number of vacant trucking jobs being filled is starting to get smaller.

OOIDA

Feb. 1 is the deadline for the OOIDA scholarship

Those interested in applying for an OOIDA Mary Johnston Scholarship have until Feb. 1 to do so. The program started in 1998.

Federal, Safety & Security

Webinar to go over new out-of-service criteria set

New CVSA out-of-service criteria are set to go into effect April 1. A webinar to go over the changes is planned for Jan. 20.