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Road Rumor: Cameras inside Love’s Travel Stops restrooms?

Land Line investigates the latest road rumor: cameras inside Love’s Travel Stops bathrooms. Are you being watched or is it something else?

News, State

Bills in five states cover vehicle snow and ice removal

Lawmakers in multiple states are considering legislation intended to enhance rules on removal of snow and ice from atop vehicles.

Federal, News

FMCSA moves forward with new vision standards

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is updating its vision standards for commercial drivers who have vision impairment in one eye.

News, State

Montana declares energy emergency, temporarily suspends hours of service requirements

Montana is the latest state to offer relief from FMCSA’s hours of service requirements, citing harsh winter conditions and fuel supplies.

Business, News, Products & Services

CDL training enrollment sees spike ahead of new entry-level training

With entry-level driver training regulations looming, many CDL training centers see increased interest ahead of roll out.

Crime & Courts, News, State

Wilsonart scores final victory in high-profile crash lawsuit

After winning and losing battles in the courtroom, Wilsonart is about to win the four-year war that changed Florida’s summary judgment rules.

Federal, News

Robin Hutcheson takes over as FMCSA’s acting administrator

For the fourth time in a little more than two years, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has a new leader.

Crime & Courts, Federal, News, OOIDA

HOS changes promote flexibility without hindering safety, agency says

FMCSA contends that its changes to the hours of service promote flexibility for drivers without compromising safety.

News, OOIDA, State

Washington state House committee discusses rest area access

A Washington state House committee discussed a bill to keep state-owned and operated rest areas open, and OOIDA’s Lewie Pugh weighed in.

Federal, News, OOIDA

Driver retention is the real issue, OOIDA board member says

An OOIDA board member believes industry should be looking at improving driver retention if they are to improve the perceived driver shortage.