Federal, News
Rep. Collins: Minimum insurance increase would ‘destroy’ trucking
A bill that would increase carriers’ minimum insurance to $5 million would “destroy the trucking industry,” a member of Congress said.
Listen Now
Podcast: Is renewable diesel an alternative to electric?
A new American Transportation Research Institute report includes promising data on renewable diesel. Jeff Short explains the details.
The Latest
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.
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.