Federal, News
Trucking industry seeks answers amid marijuana rescheduling proposal
The federal government wants to reschedule marijuana, creating confusion among federally regulated entities, including the trucking industry.
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Podcast: Ryder says transitioning to electric will cost some big bucks
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? One company has taken a look at the issue and thinks it has an answer.
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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.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA wants to hear from drivers
The OOIDA Foundation and the American Transportation Research Institute are seeking driver input through a confidential online survey.
Federal, News
FMCSA seeks comments on National Consumer Complaint Database
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is seeking comments about an information collection request on its National Consumer Complaint Database.