Federal, News
CDL changes would hinder safety, truckers say
Hundreds of truck drivers have spoken out against proposed changes to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s CDL requirements.
Listen Now
Podcast: Expert – trucking’s inefficiencies put the burden on drivers
Whether it’s lease-purchase agreements, compensation or any number of other issues, Steve Viscelli has thoughts about how to change things.
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News, State
Left lane use topic of bills in six states
Left lane travel for large trucks and other vehicles is the topic of legislation at statehouses from Colorado to Florida.
Opinion
When trucking almost went to the dogs
Here’s a story about when dogs almost entered the trucking industry. The story never – well, probably never – happened.
Crime & Courts, News, State
Thieves nab bourbon from trailer while driver sleeps
Cargo theft is a real concern for sleeping truckers in Philly. Find out what was taken during the city’s 36th theft so far this year.
News
District court rules in favor of California in AB5 case
A U.S. District Court judge ruled that California’s AB5 doesn’t violate the Constitution and that problems should be corrected politically.
News
Paccar recalls more than 100,000 trucks
Paccar is recalling more than 116,000 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks due to a potential issue between the gear shifter and transmission.
News, State
Five states consider changes, extension to fuel tax rules
State legislation offered around the country would expand or revise fuel tax collection rules at the state level or local level.
News
MATS preps for 52nd edition
MATS, which is billed as the largest trucking show in North America, returns March 21-23 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville.
News
OOIDA Foundation quarterly market report says certain changes likely
In its quarterly market update, the OOIDA Foundation highlighted noticeable changes but maintained a new cycle isn’t here just yet.
News
Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act adds co-sponsors
Support for the bipartisan Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act is continuing to gain steam in the Senate and the House.
News, State
Six states consider idling rule revisions
Vehicle idling rules are the topic of legislation under review at state legislatures from coast to coast.