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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.