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News, State

Maine bill covers vehicle snow and ice removal

A Maine legislative panel has voted to advance a bill to address concern about snow and ice removal from atop certain vehicles.

News

Technical glitch with Quebec’s auto board raises concerns for truckers

In Quebec, the auto board’s faulty new online portal has caused a backlog. Will truckers with expiring registration be forced to shut down?

Federal, News

SMS proposal to be explained at webinars

The FMCSA will offer motor carriers a pair of opportunities to learn about the agency’s proposed changes to the Safety Measurement System.

News, OOIDA

OOIDA tour trailer heads to Alabama for a couple of stops

Marty Ellis is taking the OOIDA tour trailer to Dodge City, Ala. A driver recently suggested household goods moving as a model for trucking.

News, State

MoDOT converting rest areas into truck parking

The Missouri Department of Transportation announced it will close two rest areas to create commercial motor vehicle parking facilities.

News

Trucking jobs down significantly in February

In February, trucking jobs experienced the largest monthly decrease in nearly a decade, not counting the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

News, State

Daylight saving time topic of bills across country

The practice of changing clocks for daylight saving time is under review in statehouses around the nation, and in Washington D.C.

Federal, News

Underride guards notice expected to publish soon

An advance notice of proposed rulemaking on side underride guards has cleared the White House and is expected to be released soon.

Business, Equipment

Cummins rebrands New Power unit as Accelera

To emphasize its focus on it zero-emission technology, engine maker Cummins Inc. is rebranding its New Power business unit as Accelera.

Business, Equipment, Truck Shows

Mack unveils midrange electric truck

Mack Trucks says its new MD Electric is designed for local hauling in several applications where it can get back to the charger at night.