Federal, News
GOP lawmakers introduce resolution to undo EPA’s new emission standards
One month after the EPA finalized tougher truck emission standards, Republican lawmakers are attempting to quash them.
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Podcast: Effort to increase minimum insurance requirements draws some heat
Rep. Mike Collins of Georgia has been clear about his opposition to increasing truckers’ minimum insurance requirements.
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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.
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.