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DRIVE Act speeds up while speed limiter proposal slows down?
The DRIVE Act is gaining support as rumblings build that FMCSA’s speed limiter proposal may not be released in 2024.
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Podcast: Truckers on board discuss driver training, fraud, EVs and more
What needs to be done to improve driver training? It was one of several topics – including fraud, EVs and more – discussed by OOIDA’s Board.
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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.
Crime & Courts, Federal, News
Lawsuit over FMCSA’s hours-of-service changes to resume
Safety groups say FMCSA’s changes to the hours of service would exacerbate a threat of fatigue among commercial motor vehicle drivers.
Federal, News
Joshi confirmation as FMCSA administrator advances to full Senate
Meera Joshi took another step toward becoming the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s next permanent administrator.
News, OOIDA
Truck parking issues at the center of next ‘Live From Exit 24’
“Live From Exit 24” is back Wednesday at 7 p.m. Central to talk truck parking issues and more. Call and share your thoughts at 317-67-OOIDA.
News, State
Northeast lawmakers urge governors to sign Transportation and Climate Initiative
More than 120 lawmakers in the Northeast want the Transportation and Climate Initiative ratified, which could accelerate adoption of electric vehicles.
News, State
New York bill covers concern about ‘bad actor’ household goods movers
A New York bill calls for greater enforcement of some provisions related to certification of household goods movers to rein in bad actors.
Federal, News
Senator nudges EPA for DEF sensor quick fix
Tennessee’s Sen. Marsha Blackburn pushes EPA for a quick fix to a DEF sensor shortage. OOIDA applauds her efforts to stop “derating” trucks.
Federal, News
OOIDA: Supply chain woes start with unfair compensation for truckers
The overtime exemption causes a driver’s time to be valued less than workers in other professions. That must change, OOIDA says.