State
Prime takes wait-and-see approach to California’s AB5
New Prime said it will wait for a final court decision regarding California’s AB5 before returning to its original business model in the state.
Listen Now
Cleaner Trucks Initiative – good or bad?
The EPA has published the first step in a new Cleaner Trucks Initiative – but is it good or bad for truckers? Also, start-of-the-year tax documents.
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U.S. chain law roundup 2019
Winter is just around the corner. Do you know which states require chains? Be prepared before you roll out with Land Line’s annual U.S. Chain Law round up.
Crime & Courts
Couple receives prison sentences in Texas truck tire theft ring
A federal judge has sentenced a San Antonio couple for their role in a vast, multimillion dollar tire theft ring involving commercial truck tires.
Federal
Young drivers more likely to drink, get distracted, NHTSA survey says
A recent NHTSA survey indicates that drivers ages 16 to 21 are more likely to engage in risky behavior, including drinking and texting.
News, State
Minnesota seeks feedback on 10-year Weight Enforcement Investment Plan
The Minnesota Department of Transportation has published a draft 10-year Weight Enforcement Investment Plan and is seeking feedback.
OOIDA
Wheeler Ridge is the next stop in California for The Spirit
Jon Osburn is enjoying the sun as he steers OOIDA’s tour trailer through California. The next stop is Jan. 17-20 at the Wheeler Ridge Petro.
Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA calls USMCA passage a ‘victory for American truckers’
The Senate overwhelmingly passed USMCA on Thursday. With both chambers cleared, the bill will go President Donald Trump’s desk to be signed into law.
Crime & Courts, State
Bridgegate defendants get hearing before U.S. Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether to reverse the fraud convictions of two public officials tied up in the infamous “Bridgegate” scandal.
State
Vermont bill would lower I-89, I-91 speed limits
A Vermont bill would take a different course than the recent trend nationally for states where officials are pursuing changes in how speed limits are set.
Federal
Bill would ease HOS requirements for agricultural haulers
A bill that would modify the hours-of-service regulations for truck drivers hauling agricultural commodities was introduced in the House of Representatives.
Crime & Courts
Nevada truck driver declared imminent hazard
Nevada-licensed commercial driver Mamadou Diaby, owner of company 4 U Logistics Inc., has been banned from operation commercial motor vehicles.
Federal, Opinion
Crash Causation Study is a fool’s errand
FMCSA’s announcement that it will study crash causation, again, is nothing more than a fool’s errand attempting to define the undefinable in the making.
