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CDL changes would hinder safety, truckers say
Hundreds of truck drivers have spoken out against proposed changes to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s CDL requirements.
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Podcast: Expert – trucking’s inefficiencies put the burden on drivers
Whether it’s lease-purchase agreements, compensation or any number of other issues, Steve Viscelli has thoughts about how to change things.
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MATS preps for 52nd edition
MATS, which is billed as the largest trucking show in North America, returns March 21-23 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville.
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OOIDA Foundation quarterly market report says certain changes likely
In its quarterly market update, the OOIDA Foundation highlighted noticeable changes but maintained a new cycle isn’t here just yet.
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Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act adds co-sponsors
Support for the bipartisan Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act is continuing to gain steam in the Senate and the House.
News, State
Six states consider idling rule revisions
Vehicle idling rules are the topic of legislation under review at state legislatures from coast to coast.
Federal, News
Canada creates ‘dedicated national team’ to address worker misclassification
Worker misclassification is a big issue in Canada’s trucking industry. Find out what the federal government is doing to step up enforcement.
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Truck platooning operation coming to Ohio and Indiana
Kratos Defense and Security Solutions, a company known for military technology, is launching a truck platooning program later this year.
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Flurry of motions delay underride committee’s side guard discussion
Discussion of side underride guards was forced to wait as dozens of motions consumed the majority of a recent underride committee meeting.
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Colorado DOT updates variable speed limit signs on a stretch of Interstate 70
New variable speed limit signs with new technology have been installed in Colorado on Interstate 70 between Georgetown and Idaho Spring.
News, State
Truck parking is the focus of legislation in four states
State lawmakers in multiple states are pursuing action that is intended to address concern about a lack of adequate truck parking.
Crime & Courts, News
Trucker found guilty of setting fire to multiple Swift trailers
A trucker with an axe to grind has been found guilty of setting Swift trailers on fire in a multi-state arson spree spanning two years.