Federal, News
UCR fees to increase in 2025
FMCSA announced the UCR fees in a final rule that is scheduled to be published in the Federal Register on Monday, June 17.
Listen Now
Podcast: The transition to electric trucks will cost how much?!
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? Ryder has taken a look and thinks it has an answer.
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News, State
Michigan bill would aid local road work
Two Michigan Senate bills have been described by bill sponsors as a way to bolster local control of fuel tax revenue to fund road work.
Federal, News
PPP loan changes aim to help sole proprietors, independent contractors
The Small Business Administration announced some changes to its PPP loans aimed at helping sole proprietors and independent contractors.
State, Tolls
PennDOT announces bridges being considered for new tolls
PennDOT has announced bridges it is considering to add new tolls on as part of its Major Bridge P3 Initiative it revealed in November.
OOIDA
Beaumont, Texas, is the next stop for OOIDA’s tour trailer
Winter has loosened its chokehold on Texas, and the water’s back on in Beaumont, the next stop for OOIDA’s tour trailer
Coronavirus, News
Canadian trucking groups pushback against ArriveCAN app mandate
The Canadian Trucking Alliance seeks clarity – and maybe a delay – on a new rule that truckers use the ArriveCAN app when crossing border.
Business, News, Products & Services
Big Three truck stop chains report widespread closings
Frigid weather has caused all of the Big Three truck stop chains to close locations or curtail services. Keep an eye peeled for updates.
News
Pensacola Bay Bridge begins reopening in March
After Hurricane Sally caused severe damage to the Pensacola Bay Bridge in September, its reopening is finally expected in March.
Federal, News, OOIDA
PRO Act would be harmful to owner-operators, OOIDA says
OOIDA is actively fighting a bill that would implement the ABC test for classifying workers under the National Labor Relations Act.
OOIDA
The truck parking crisis on the next ‘Live From Exit 24’
“Live From Exit 24” host Mike Matousek will address truck parking issues on the Feb. 24 show. Drivers are encouraged to share their stories.
News, State
Massachusetts and New Jersey invest millions of dollars in electric vehicles
Massachusetts is offering rebates on sales of electric trucks, while New Jersey is investing nine figures to electrify transport in the state.
