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: Time to start your engines for produce season
The unofficial start to produce season has been announced. On this week’s Market Update, we’ll discuss how that will impact certain markets.
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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.
Elections, News, State
Maine voters to decide Nov. 2 on transportation bonds
A question on Nov. 2 ballot in Maine will ask voters whether to again use millions in bonds for transportation work around the state.
Driver Fitness, News
SCF’s Rigs Without Cigs designed for truckers to succeed
Rigs Without Cigs is a tobacco cessation participation and incentive program offered by St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund since 2017.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA salutes veterans with 15th annual Truckers for Troops campaign
The 15th annual Truckers for Troops campaign is slated for the week of Nov. 8. So far, the effort has raised nearly $700,000 to aid veterans.
News, OOIDA
A truck parking update from ‘Live From Exit 24’
Despite ongoing efforts, there continues to be a lack of parking for trucks. This was discussed on the latest “Live From Exit 24.”
News
Ontario aims to mandate washroom access for truckers, delivery drivers
Ontario is pushing a bill that would guarantee truckers and delivery drivers washroom access at places where they pick up and deliver.
News, State
California governor signs speed limit rule revision
One new law in California does away with the 85th percentile speed limit rule to permit changes on certain local roads.
News, Safety & Security
Report calls critical infrastructure cybersecurity ‘abysmal’
A report claims the cybersecurity of critical infrastructure worldwide is “abysmal,” raising concerns about basic precautions being ignored.
News, Safety & Security
Nearly nine of 10 vehicles inspected passed Brake Safety Week
During Brake Safety Week 2021, almost nine of 10 inspected commercial vehicles passed inspectors’ scrutiny in North America.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA tour trailer has two stops in Montana lined up
Marty Ellis plans to take the OOIDA tour trailer to two stops in Montana starting Oct. 21 in Missoula and ending the weekend in Laurel.
