Federal, News
Overtime rule leaves out truck drivers; OOIDA promotes GOT Truckers Act
The Department of Labor’s new overtime rule doesn’t benefit truck drivers. However, OOIDA is advocating for a bill that would.
Listen Now
Podcast: Some positive signs in the freight market
The OOIDA Foundation’s market report shows a freight market still trying to shake off what weighs it down. But there are positive signs.
The Latest
News, State, Tolls
Mileage tax proposal in Pennsylvania good for truckers?
Pennsylvania proposes replacing the fuel tax with a mileage tax, which could save truckers thousands of dollars. But there is plenty to be concerned about.
OOIDA, Truck Shows
OOIDA tour trailer joins the fun at Big Rig Truck Show
Marty Ellis is looking forward to showing off the OOIDA tour trailer at Big Rig Truck Show in Chippewa Falls, Wis.
Features, News, Products & Services
Pilot Flying J thanks truckers with new NASCAR paint scheme
Pilot Flying J has unveiled a new paint scheme on its No. 1 Pilot Flying J Chevrolet, dedicated to truck drivers across America.
Opinion
Fight against driver shortage claims not over
A new focus on driver retention took hold in July, but cries of a driver shortage are rearing their ugly head this August.
News, State
California bill would revise speed limit rule
One California bill calls for doing away with the 85th percentile speed rule to permit local authorities to set speeds on local roads.
Crime & Courts, News
Florida man faces up to 40 years for robberies of truck drivers
A federal judge has denied bond for a 39-year-old Florida man who faces charges involving a series of robberies and assaults of truck drivers.
Coronavirus, News
COVID-19 vaccine won’t be required for Canada’s federally regulated trucking sector
Employees in Canada’s federally regulated trucking sector will not be required to take a COVID-19 vaccine, the Canadian Trucking Alliance says.
TRACER Alert
TRACER reports theft Utility van in New York City
A TRACER Alert has been issued for a white 2012 Utility van reported stolen in NYC. There a $500 reward for info leading to recovery of it.
News, State
Glenwood Canyon could shut down again because of weather
Now that I-70 in Glenwood Canyon, Colo., is reopen, transportation officials are warning drivers that rainy weather can shut it down again.
News, State
Massachusetts bills pursue local road, bridge funds
Legislative pursuit at the Massachusetts statehouse would provide local governments with new authority for road and bridge work.
