Federal, News
Trucking industry seeks answers amid marijuana rescheduling proposal
The federal government wants to reschedule marijuana, creating confusion among federally regulated entities, including the trucking industry.
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Podcast: Ryder says transitioning to electric will cost some big bucks
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? One company has taken a look at the issue and thinks it has an answer.
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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.
News, State, Tolls
Pennsylvania House panel endorses re-do on public-private partnerships
A Pennsylvania House committee has voted to move forward plans to halt public-private partnerships to repair and toll bridges.
Features, News
5,000 miles in five days – all for a good cause
Former truck driver Shawn Kitchen will attempt a 5,000-mile motorcycle ride in five days to raise funds for Truckers Final Mile.
Opinion
Induced demand sounds good in theory but leaves truckers in a jam
Proponents of the “induced demand” theory say building more lanes increases traffic. But they’re focusing on commuters instead of truckers.
News
Unsafe driving behaviors down, but motorists feel police won’t catch them
A new report from AAA reveals that dangerous driving behaviors are down. However, motorists believe they can get away with those behaviors.
Federal, News
White House announces additional steps to address supply chain
Taking additional steps to address the supply chain, the White House announced it will fund a project to alleviate congestion at the Port of Savannah.
Federal, News, OOIDA
FMCSA to require rear guards to be inspected annually
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration will require annual inspection of rear impact guards, the agency announced.
Fuel prices, News
Federal report shows a break in diesel costs
According to a weekly report from the Energy Information Administration, five of the 10 regions reported a lower average price than last week.