Federal, News
Overtime rule leaves out truck drivers; OOIDA promotes GOT Truckers Act
The Department of Labor’s new overtime rule doesn’t benefit truck drivers. However, OOIDA is advocating for a bill that would.
Listen Now
Podcast: Federal underride effort pushes forward
An NHTSA advisory committee has held another meeting, and it appears some on the panel are committed to creating an underride requirement.
The Latest
Analysis, News
Latest truck-involved fatal crash data questions safety regulations
FMCSA’s recently published truck-involved fatal crash data for 2019 contradicts claims of fatigue being a factor and ELDs improving safety.
Coronavirus, Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA to labor secretary: All truck drivers should be exempt from vaccine rule
U.S. labor secretary said recently that OSHA’s COVID-19 rule won’t apply to most truckers. OOIDA says all truckers should be exempt.
Federal, News, OOIDA
‘Live From Exit 24’ dives into infrastructure bill
“Live From Exit 24” is back with a look at recently passed infrastructure bill. Share your thoughts on the bill by calling 317-67-OOIDA.
Business, Products & Services
TravelCenters of America, Mobil Delvac donate $50K to Folds of Honor
Truck stop operators TravelCenters of America and engine oil maker Mobil Delvac again team up to support families of fallen veterans.
Crime & Courts, News
Americans with Disabilities Act interferes with FMCSRs, trucking company argues
A trucking company is fighting allegations of violating the Americans with Disabilities Act, arguing in part complying could violate FMCSA regulations.
Fuel prices, News
Most recent energy outlook largely on track with previous month
The Energy Information Administration released its latest short-term energy outlook on Nov. 9, and 2022 still looks favorable.
Federal, News
House T&I to take turn at supply chain issues
The U.S. House of Representatives’ Transportation and Infrastructure Committee plans to explore the nation’s supply chain inefficiencies.
News, State
Pennsylvania lawmaker pushes for new nonradar speed timing device rules
A Pennsylvania House panel has advanced a bill that is touted to address inconsistency in radar and speedometer calibration requirements.
News, OOIDA
The OOIDA tour trailer sets up in Albuquerque, N.M.
Marty Ellis gets to steer the OOIDA tour trailer away from wintery weather, stopping next in Albuquerque, N.M.
Federal, News
Potentially thousands of high-risk truckers approved for expedited border crossings
An audit of the Customs and Border Protection’s FAST program reveals that potentially thousands of unqualified drivers gained easy access into the U.S.
