Federal, News
Buttigieg updates Senate on NHTSA’s impaired-driving rulemaking
A rulemaking aimed at taking impaired drivers off the road received more than 18,000 comments, DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg said.
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Podcast: A private approach to truck parking
Trent Cameron, CEO and co-founder of Outpost, shares his company’s ambitious plan to dot the nation with private truck parking lots.
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Federal, News
Truckers point to pay, detention time as ways to improve supply chain
Hundreds of organizations and individuals have already responded to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s request for ideas on how to improve the supply chain.
Driver Fitness, News
Iowa 80 Truckstop offers flu shot clinics
The Iowa 80 Truckstop in Walcott is offering two flu shot clinics in October. No appointments are necessary. It is walk-in only.
Crime & Courts, News, State
Nevada Trucking Association challenges prevailing wage determination
Three Nevada trade associations are suing the Department of Labor, claiming it illegally imported outside data to calculate a higher prevailing wage.
News, State
Pennsylvania House advances truck weigh system bill
The Pennsylvania House has approved a bill that would authorize a truck weigh system. A separate bill also covers truck weights.
Features, News
Down to three: Transition Trucking names finalists
Transition Trucking announced the three finalists for its “Driving for Excellence” award, given to the top rookie military veteran driver.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA tour trailer stops in Fort Bridger, Wyo.
There was a delay because of the parts shortage, but the Marty Ellis and the OOIDA tour trailer are on the road headed to Fort Bridger, Wyo.
News
Goodyear seeks nominations for 2020-21 Highway Hero Award
Goodyear is seeking nominations for its 2020-21 Highway Hero Award through Dec. 31, 2021. Visit GoodyearTruckTires.com to learn more.
News, State
New Jersey latest in line of states tackling ticket quotas
A new law in New Jersey addresses concern about police officers feeling pressure to issue citations as part of a quota system.
Coronavirus, News
Trucking employment continues rebound from pandemic-induced losses
Growth in employment for the trucking subsector may be somewhat sluggish but consistent, with pre-pandemic levels within sight.
Business, Equipment
Mack Defense to show off 60-ton line-haul vehicle
Mack Defense plans to show off a heavy-duty line-haul truck at a military expo in Washington, D.C. It’s a combo Mack Granite and Anthem.