Federal, News
EPA criticized for ‘torrent of regulation’
Senate Republicans criticized the EPA for “a torrent of regulation” that led to higher costs at a committee hearing on Wednesday, May 8.
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Podcast: Veterans Community Project has gone to the dogs – and it’s a good thing
The Veterans Community Project is unique among similar programs. It doesn’t just allow dogs into its communities – it welcomes them.
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Business, Equipment
New Class 8 truck sales haven’t hit their stride
Preliminary data for January sales of Class 8 tractor-trailers suggest truck manufacturers are being conservative, ACT Research reports.
Coronavirus, News
More anti-vaccine protests expected in Canada this weekend
A Canadian protest over vaccine mandates started in Ottawa nearly a week ago, and no immediate end is in sight.
News, State
Utah bills address use of zipper merge, lane splitting
Two road safety bills in Utah would require drivers to use the zipper method when merging and extend the state’s lane splitting rule.
News, State
Nine Midwest states agree on uniform truck weight limits during disasters
Nine Mid America Association of State Transportation Officials states are harmonizing their truck weight restrictions during disasters.
Coronavirus, Federal, News
Convoy to D.C. 2022 organizers detail mission of the event, address rumors
The organizers of the Convoy to D.C. 2022 detail their mission statement and address fundraising concerns ahead of the event.
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The OOIDA tour trailer winds up its Texas tour on a wintry note
Marty Ellis, OOIDA tour trailer skipper, may see some winter despite hiding from it in Texas. A year ago, winter was tough on the state.
News, State
FMCSA regulations waived ahead of Kentucky storm
Kentucky has declared a state of emergency, waiving several FMCSA regulations, as an ice storm warning remains in effect until Friday.
Features, News
Truckers make million dollar donation to charity
For a third straight year, Averitt Express and its employees will donate over $1 million to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Coronavirus, Federal, News
U.S. truckers gearing up for Convoy to D.C. 2022
Hot on the heels of the convoy of Canadian truckers, multiple efforts to stage a similar convoy in the U.S. have emerged.
Federal, News
Highways and Transit hearing discusses highs and lows of automation
A congressional hearing on automated vehicles discussed the technology’s potential benefits while also acknowledging the many hurdles.
