Federal, News, State
FMCSA denies Florida agency’s exemption from CDL testing rules
FMCSA has denied a Florida agency’s request for an exemption from regulations that require the CDL skills tests be completed in succession.
Listen Now
Podcast: Crashes, drugs, fraud and parking on agenda for FMCSA forum
An FMCSA Research Forum is coming up next week, and what comes out of it could have a significant impact on your life as a truck driver.
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News
Universal Logistics illegally fired truckers for unionizing
The National Labor Relations Board found Universal Logistics closed a facility and fired dozens of truckers as retaliation for joining a union.
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.