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OOIDA

Truck to Success attendees get one year OOIDA membership

Sign up by Oct. 12 to attend OOIDA’s Truck to Success course for drivers thinking about becoming owner-operators and get a free membership.

News, State

Two Georgia counties to decide on transportation tax

Voters in two Georgia counties will decide next month whether to add a sales tax to bolster plans to address transportation issues.

Crime & Courts, News

Prime’s false message could have ‘lingering effects,’ truckers’ lawyers say

Attorneys for truckers in a $28 million settlement with Prime said a false message sent by a supervisor could have “lingering effects.”

News, OOIDA

‘Live From Exit 24’ recap: OOIDA Foundation’s role in fighting for truckers

The Oct. 7 episode of “Live From Exit 24” dives into the pivotal role OOIDA’s Foundation plays in the fight for the rights of all truckers.

Features, OOIDA Member

Be prepared’ isn’t just a suggestion – it’s a must in today’s world

OOIDA senior member Roy Solomon advises fellow owner-operators on physical and business survival through unforeseen crash or illness.

Federal, News

FMCSA lets more tank trailers have extra pulsating brake lights

A five-year exemption to allow an extra pulsating brake light on the back end of tank trailers has been granted to all tank haulers.

Crime & Courts

Moving company owner sentenced for HHG moving scheme

Maximo Beras, owner of several New Jersey moving companies, has been sentenced for a fraud scheme more than two years after pleading guilty.

Business, Products & Services

Spot rates enter October on a high, DAT MembersEdge reports

The spot rate market was strong last week for van, reefer and flatbed loads as the third quarter ended. Load posts are up, truck posts down.

Crime & Courts

Trucking school owner goes to prison for defrauding VA

A California trucking school operator will serve prison time for organizing a sophisticated fraud scheme that cost the VA $4.1 million.

Crime & Courts, News

Prime tells drivers settlement notice is a scam, emergency motion alleges

Prime told the trucking company’s drivers to ignore a $28 million settlement notice because it was a scam, an emergency motion alleges.