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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.

Crime & Courts

Florida motor carrier owners barred from interstate commerce

Owners connected to at least five Florida firms have been banned from interstate commerce by the FMSCA following a fatal crash.

Fuel prices, News

Diesel up for second consecutive week

Diesel jumped by 8 cents per gallon in the Midwest, according to a weekly federal report. The national average price rose about 7 cents.

Business, Products & Services

TBS Factoring Service acquires Financial Carrier Services

Oklahoma City, Okla.-based TBS Factoring Service is expanding. It has acquired Charlotte, N.C.-based Financial Carrier Services.

News, OOIDA, State

Washington state House panel discusses truck driver restroom access bill

Washington state House panel hears testimony this week on a bill to guarantee truck drivers access to restrooms around the state.