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.
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Federal, News, Products & Services
Chip shortage affecting some ELD providers
A computer chip shortage has caused delays for some ELD providers, while others report to still have the devices in supply
News
Motorists still worried about self-driving vehicles, survey reveals
A survey conducted by AAA and Harvard shows people are still concerned about self-driving vehicles, especially self-driving trucks.
OOIDA
Stay up to date with ‘Live From Exit 24’
For the latest information on where the current highway and infrastructure bills stand, don’t miss the next “Live From Exit 24” on June 2.
OOIDA
OOIDA’s tour trailer stops in Raphine, Va.
The gargantuan White’s Travel Center in Raphine, Va., is the next stop for OOIDA’s tour trailer. Stop by to chat with skipper Marty Ellis.
Features, News
St. Christopher Fund finds new – virtual – way to help drivers
Hope was the theme as St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund organized a new event on May 16 as another opportunity to help benefit professional drivers. A virtual concert, “Highway to Hope,” was the concept, and, thanks to all involved, the show raised $75,000. “SCF’s mission is all about hope,” said Shannon Currier, director of philanthropy […]
Truck Shows
Wheel Jam returns June 3-6 in Huron, S.D.
A party with big trucks, rock music, and barbecue is planned June 3-6 in Huron, S.D., when the 17th annual Wheel Jam Truck Show gears up.
News, Tolls
Alabama Trucking Association calls truck-only toll an ‘unsubstantiated concept’
In submitted comments, the Alabama Trucking Association raises several concerns about the Mobile River Truck Bridge’s truck-only toll.
News
Arkansas DOT shuts down another bridge for emergency repairs
ARDOT shut down another bridge due to emergency repairs just two weeks after being scrutinized for missing a fracture on the I-40 bridge.
Coronavirus, Federal, News
FMCSA extends CDL waivers through August
FMCSA will continue to permit states to extend the validity of commercial driver’s licenses through August.
Truck Shows
American Truck Historical Society plans early June show
OOIDA’s tour trailer, its skipper Marty Ellis, and OOIDA Executive Vice President Lewie Pugh are slated to attend the ATHS show in Virginia.
