Federal, News
Truck Leasing Task Force plans meetings in June, July
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Truck Leasing Task Force will resume with meetings scheduled in June and July.
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Podcast: In our feelings – freight market sentiment
Lower freight volumes and lower spot rates have been the norm for several months now – but are better times right around the corner? Owner-operators seem to think so.
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News, OOIDA
OOIDA tour trailer has two stops in Montana lined up
Marty Ellis plans to take the OOIDA tour trailer to two stops in Montana starting Oct. 21 in Missoula and ending the weekend in Laurel.
Crime & Courts, Federal, News
Lawsuit over FMCSA’s hours-of-service changes to resume
Safety groups say FMCSA’s changes to the hours of service would exacerbate a threat of fatigue among commercial motor vehicle drivers.
Federal, News
Joshi confirmation as FMCSA administrator advances to full Senate
Meera Joshi took another step toward becoming the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s next permanent administrator.
News, OOIDA
Truck parking issues at the center of next ‘Live From Exit 24’
“Live From Exit 24” is back Wednesday at 7 p.m. Central to talk truck parking issues and more. Call and share your thoughts at 317-67-OOIDA.
News, State
Northeast lawmakers urge governors to sign Transportation and Climate Initiative
More than 120 lawmakers in the Northeast want the Transportation and Climate Initiative ratified, which could accelerate adoption of electric vehicles.
News, State
New York bill covers concern about ‘bad actor’ household goods movers
A New York bill calls for greater enforcement of some provisions related to certification of household goods movers to rein in bad actors.
Federal, News
Senator nudges EPA for DEF sensor quick fix
Tennessee’s Sen. Marsha Blackburn pushes EPA for a quick fix to a DEF sensor shortage. OOIDA applauds her efforts to stop “derating” trucks.
Federal, News
OOIDA: Supply chain woes start with unfair compensation for truckers
The overtime exemption causes a driver’s time to be valued less than workers in other professions. That must change, OOIDA says.
Fuel prices, News
Diesel cost still climbing
Rising prices continue to be the norm, according to the weekly diesel report from the Energy Information Administration released Oct. 18.
News, State
Michigan Senate panel backs cutting red tape for local roads
A bill package advancing in the Michigan Senate is intended to maximize funding for local roads by trimming federal aid costs.