News, OOIDA
OOIDA lends support in aftermath of Key Bridge collapse
OOIDA has had conversations with agencies to offer any assistance possible regarding the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore.
Listen Now
Podcast: Feds prepare to take action in wake of bridge collapse
The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed after being struck by a container ship. That raises questions and concerns about what’s next.
The Latest
Opinion
A $1 billion verdict cannot justify increasing insurance minimums
Recently, a trucking company was hit with a historic $1 billion verdict. Despite the mind-numbing price tag, this means nothing for insurance minimums.
Federal, News
IRS boosts per diem rate
The Internal Revenue Service is boosting the per diem rate for travel expenses by $3, and it takes effect Oct. 1.
Coronavirus, Driver Fitness, News
COVID-19 vaccine clinic scheduled at world’s largest truck stop
Iowa 80 Truckstop is partnering with Hy-Vee Pharmacy for another COVID-19 vaccine clinic on Sept. 16-17. The clinic will be walk-in only.
Fuel prices, News
Reports show increased costs for diesel
The weekly diesel report released by the Energy Information Administration showed a 3.4-cent increase in the national average per gallon.
Crime & Courts, News
After crash, DUI, Massachusetts driver declared imminent hazard
After allegedly hitting a telephone pole and getting charged with DUI, a Massachusetts driver was declared an imminent hazard by FMCSA.
Features, Truck Shows
South Dakota Truck Convoy for Special Olympics set for Sept. 17-18
The S.D. Truck Convoy for Special Olympics is Sept. 17-18 in Sioux Falls. OOIDA tour trailer skipper Marty Ellis has been involved for years.
News, State
Michigan bill would close ticket quotas loophole
A new bill in the Michigan Legislature would add the state to the list of states this year to take action to eliminate ticket quotas.
News
Traffic fatalities up in first quarter despite less driving
Preliminary numbers from NHTSA reveal traffic fatalities went up in the first three months of 2021, suggesting continued risky driving behavior.
OOIDA
OOIDA tour trailer to spend Labor Day in Elgin, Ill.
After he has checked out the truck drag races in Onaway, Mich., Marty Ellis is taking the OOIDA tour trailer to Elgin, Ill., for Labor Day.
Business, Equipment, News
Newest version of Shell Starship breaks previous marks
Shell Starship 2.0 exceeded the company’s initial efforts in 2018, demonstrating a reduction in carbon emissions on a cross-country journey.