Crime & Courts, Federal, News
Feds warn carriers about cargo theft scheme
Cargo theft in the U.S. continues to climb. The FBI is warning carriers about a sophisticated scheme that has cost the industry millions.
Listen Now
Podcast: Effort in Illinois would cap ‘nuclear verdicts’
An effort in Illinois would put a cap on pain-and-suffering damages in trucking court cases in an attempt to combat “nuclear verdicts.”
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Federal, News, OOIDA
OOIDA-led coalition asks rail advocates not to derail trucking industry
A coalition led by OOIDA is asking lawmakers concerned about the effects of insurance increases on commuter rail to oppose similar mandates for motor carriers.
Business, Equipment, News, Products & Services
Shell Starship 2.0, coming this May
Shell Lubricants is launching its Starship 2.0 for a coast-to-coast drive in May in an effort to evaluate fuel efficiency in transportation.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA’s Truck to Success course open for registration
Registration is open for OOIDA’s 2021 Truck to Success course, which is scheduled for Oct. 26-28 in Blue Springs, Mo.
News, State
Legislation in eight states cover hybrid, electric vehicle fees
Action taken in statehouses around the country addresses road revenue needs through fees collected on hybrid and electric vehicles.
News, OOIDA
The quandary of commercializing rest areas
How close are we to commercialized rest areas on interstates becoming a reality? “Live From Exit 24” provides an update on the April 21 show.
Federal, News
Roads and bridges need significant investment, coalition says
A coalition of dozens of organizations, including OOIDA, asked Congress to invest in the nation’s roads and bridges.
Equipment
Daimler Trucks recalling nearly 18,000 trucks for steering issue
Daimler Trucks North America is recalling certain Freightliner and Western Star trucks after discovering an issue that may cause loss of steering.
OOIDA
OOIDA’s tour trailer heads to the St. Louis area
OOIDA’s tour trailer next stops in Foristell, Mo., in the St. Louis area. Marty Ellis, skipper of The Spirit, stays there through Saturday.
Federal, Truck Parking
OOIDA urges Buttigieg to include truck parking in infrastructure bill
In a letter to U.S. DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg, OOIDA President Todd Spencer is asking to include truck parking in the American Jobs Plan.
News, OOIDA Member
Finalists for Women in Trucking Driver of the Year award announced
The Women in Trucking Association has announced three finalists for the 2021 Driver of the Year award, which recognizes outstanding female professional drivers.
