Business, Products & Services
Problems with Rand McNally ELDs reported to OOIDA
Some Rand McNally ELD users are reporting problems today. OOIDA is fielding reports of limited functionality and advises going to paper logs.
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Crash spurs effort to toughen CDL standards
Massachusetts’ governor wants tougher rules for trucks, including higher CDL standards – an idea spurred by a 2019 crash that killed seven.
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Featured: Coronavirus, News
A coronavirus timeline: How we got here
Land Line Media provides a timeline of the events related to the coronavirus dating back to Dec. 31, when the first reports came out of China.
Crime & Courts, News
Ninth Circuit hears oral arguments on California break law preemption
The Ninth Circuit heard oral arguments over whether or not the FMCSA had the authority to preempt California’s break laws.
News, State
Michigan urges ‘vigilance’ after dead spotted lanternfly cases identified
Freight carriers, warehouse workers and delivery drivers should be on the lookout for spotted lanternfly in Michigan, the state warns.
Tolls
PennDOT approved to install tolls on major bridges
PennDOT received approval to consider tolls for its Major Bridge P3 project, potentially costing motorists more money to drive in the state.
Crime & Courts
Coca-Cola escapes six-figure jury award increase in crash case
A New York state appeals court has taken Coca-Cola off the hook for hundreds of thousands of dollars in a truck crash lawsuit.
Fuel prices, News
Diesel prices jump nearly 6 cents, according to EIA report
For the second straight week, diesel prices saw a significant increase nationally, according to federal and industry reports.
Federal, News, State
FMCSA determines that Washington’s break rules are preempted
FMCSA has determined that Washington’s meal and rest break rules are preempted by federal law, similar to a 2018 California decision.
News, State
Texas bill pursues more revenue from electric vehicles and hybrids
A new bill in Texas that could soon come up for consideration pursues additional road revenue from owners of electric vehicles and hybrids.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA’s tour trailer stops in North Little Rock, Ark.
Jon Osburn, skipper of OOIDA’s tour trailer, next stops in North Little Rock, Ark. He’d like to hear your perspective on issues.
OOIDA
OOIDA Board of Directors holds biennial election
The OOIDA Board of Directors held its biennial election at its fall board meeting for the eight members with expiring terms.
Crime & Courts, News
Prime truckers eligible for $28M settlement have until Dec. 7
Former and current New Prime truck drivers and trainees have a few weeks remaining to claim their portion of a $28 million settlement.
