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.
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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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NTSB Most Wanted List recommends speed limiters
The NTSB Most Wanted List of safety improvements includes requiring speed limiters on commercial motor vehicles. OOIDA has long opposed speed limiters.
Crime & Courts, News, State, Tolls
First Circuit hears oral arguments in ATA’s Rhode Island toll lawsuit
The ATA and Rhode Island stated their case in a federal appeals court regarding whether state officials should enjoy government privilege.
News, OOIDA, Truck Parking
Truck parking, the PRO Act, and how you can help
Truck parking and the PRO Act were discussed as OOIDA’s Lewie Pugh and Bryce Mongeon joined host Mike Matousek on “Live From Exit 24.”
Crime & Courts, News
Utah trucking company owner pleads guilty to role in FedEx bribery, PPP loan fraud
Hubert Ivan Ugarte, a Utah trucking company owner, admits his guilt in federal court in a FedEx bribery scheme and PPP loan fraud.
News
Speeding an emphasis during 2021 Operation Safe Driver Week
Operation Safe Driver Week, set for July 11-17, will emphasize speeding. Law enforcement will cite or warn risky driving behaviors.
News, State
Connecticut moves closer to joining regional climate pact
A Connecticut legislative panel has taken the first step in adopting a Transportation Climate Initiative that could raise fuel rates.
Crime & Courts, State
CRST scores another victory in federal rest break lawsuit
A federal appeals court affirmed a lower court’s order to dismiss a lawsuit accusing CRST of not adequately providing truckers time for breaks.
Business, Equipment
Kenworth gives medium-duty lineup big cab, new transmission
Kenworth has upgraded its medium-duty lineup for hot shotters, dump truckers and delivery drivers. Note the roomier cabs with nicer interiors.
Fuel prices, News
For second straight week, diesel prices are down
The Energy Information Administration report released on Monday, April, 5 showed a decrease in average diesel prices across all regions.
Federal, News, Truck Parking
Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act picks up more support
In less than two weeks, the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act has nine co-sponsors. Is your House representative on the list?
