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Opinion

Truckers give fleets ideas on how to fix turnover problem

Large carriers say they need more truck drivers. Truckers point to a lack of compensation and job stressors, such as not being able to find a place to park.

Elections, News, State

Texas ballot to include transportation bond question

Voters in Texas will decide next week whether to authorize transportation bonds for road and bridge work throughout the state.

OOIDA

OOIDA offers educational resources to help truckers be successful

You might be surprised by the many educational resources OOIDA offers on its website and YouTube channel to help truckers be successful.

News

Online calculator reveals increased congestion from highway expansions

Highway expansions may seem better than tolls to relieve congestion, but an online tool shows congestion increases for any given expansion.

News, State

Michigan House panel advances reciprocity with Wisconsin for certain loads

A Michigan House committee has advanced a reciprocity package for timber haulers who cross the state’s border with Wisconsin.

News, OOIDA

No quick fix for supply chain, says OOIDA President Todd Spencer

OOIDA President Todd Spencer made an appearance on CNN to help clear up the driver shortage claim as it relates to the supply chain.

News

Automated vehicle policy recommendations emphasize federal action

What does the future of automated vehicle policy look like? The Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials has some ideas.

Opinion

Driver shortage? Big media strikes out again

It’s astounding how mainstream media fail to asks the serious questions about the “driver shortage.” CNBC and MSNBC whiff the ball this time.

News, OOIDA

Weigh in on advanced driver assistance systems, OOIDA says

OOIDA asks its members – actual truckers – to answer a survey about advanced driver assistance systems. Takes 10 minutes and is due Nov. 1.

News

Study finds correlation between good headlights and fewer crashes

Researchers found a reduction in nighttime crashes in vehicles equipped with good-rated headlights compared to those with poor headlights.