Federal, News
GOP lawmakers introduce resolution to undo EPA’s new emission standards
One month after the EPA finalized tougher truck emission standards, Republican lawmakers are attempting to quash them.
Listen Now
Podcast: Is renewable diesel an alternative to electric?
A new American Transportation Research Institute report includes promising data on renewable diesel. Jeff Short explains the details.
The Latest
OOIDA, Truck Shows
Vintage trucks surround OOIDA’s tour trailer in Virginia
OOIDA’s tour trailer next stops in Harrisonburg, Va., to join the American Truck Historical Society’s National Convention and Truck Show.
Equipment
More than 80,000 Freightliner Cascadia and other Daimler trucks recalled
Daimler Trucks is recalling more than 72,000 Freightliner Cascadia trucks and more than 8,000 trucks of various models for two separate issues.
Crime & Courts, News
NTSB: ‘Medical incapacitation’ the cause of 2019 Florida fatality crash
The medical incapacitation of a trucker is the likely cause of a January 2019 crash that killed seven people in Florida, the NTSB reports.
Fuel prices, News
Up-and-down trend for diesel
It’s been back-and-forth for diesel prices lately and the Energy Information Administration‘s report released May 31 showed more of the same.
News, State
States take action on highway protests
Legislators in four states this year have taken action to adopt rules to address concern about protests that disrupt and block traffic.
Truck Parking
The Parking Zone – May 2021
A lack of adequate truck parking spaces is proving to be a safety issue for all motorists, as a deadly incident in Florida demonstrates.
Crime & Courts, News
Navistar reaches two large settlements with U.S. government
Navistar and the U.S. government have settled two court cases: one involving diesel emissions and another dealing with a military contract.
Coronavirus, Driver Fitness, News
COVID-19 vaccines available in Missouri, White’s in Raphine, Va.
Truckers get two chances for a COVID-19 vaccination at the Oak Grove 70 Petro in Missouri. Or check availability elsewhere at Vaccines.gov.
News, State
Montana law nixes Missoula County local gas tax
A local gas tax approved last year by voters in Missoula County, Mont., has been nixed by the state Legislature and the governor.
News
Pensacola Bay Bridge reopens after eight-month closure
After several setbacks, the Pensacola Bay Bridge is open for business, with tolls on the Garcon Point Bridge suspended for another week.
