Federal, News
UCR fees to increase in 2025
FMCSA announced the UCR fees in a final rule that is scheduled to be published in the Federal Register on Monday, June 17.
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Podcast: The transition to electric trucks will cost how much?!
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? Ryder has taken a look and thinks it has an answer.
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News, OOIDA
The OOIDA tour trailer stops in New Braunfels, Texas
Marty Ellis next takes the OOIDA tour trailer to New Braunfels, Texas. In El Paso, Ellis heard about a driver’s deal that seemed a little hinky.
News, State
Washington state parking, restroom access bills backed by WTA, OOIDA, ATA
Three bills in Washington state to aid truck parking, restroom access get support of Washington Trucking Association, OOIDA and ATA.
News, Products & Services, State
New Jersey DOT and Drivewyze offer traffic alert system for truckers
Truckers with a Drivewyze PreClear subscription can get New Jersey traffic alerts sent directly to the cab of their truck.
News, State
More emergencies declared as winter storm hits eastern U.S.
Severe winter weather continues to create supply and travel issues across the United States. Numerous states have enacted emergencies.
Business, Equipment
Volvo reports longer range with VNR Electric Class 8 truck
Volvo Trucks says its VNR Electric Class 8 truck now has an extended range of 275 miles. North American sales began in late 2020.
Business
Canada Cartage buys Quebec’s Laurentien Transport
Canada Cartage continues to buy transportation companies. The latest is Laurentien Transport, based in the Montreal area.
Business, News
Schneider National announces pull-out from Canada
Schneider National is pulling out of Canada and bringing its trucks and assets to the U.S. It has had a Canadian office since 1990.
Opinion
Hair testing study flawed and insulting to truck drivers
The OOIDA Foundation points out flaws in a University of Central Arkansas study aimed at promoting the use of hair testing in the trucking industry.
Coronavirus, News
Canada cross-border vaccine mandate set to take effect Jan. 15
Canada is moving forward with a mandate that will require American truck drivers to be fully vaccinated before crossing into Canada.
News, State
New York looks to address ‘driver shortage’ by expanding CDL testing sites
As states attempt to combat a “driver shortage,” New York Governor believes she has a plan to get drivers back on the road.
