Federal, News
FMCSA denies company’s exemption for under-21 pilot program
FMCSA has denied a trucking company’s request to let it use under-21 permit holders for the agency’s apprenticeship pilot program.
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Podcast: Veterans Community Project has gone to the dogs – and it’s a good thing
The Veterans Community Project is unique among similar programs. It doesn’t just allow dogs into its communities – it welcomes them.
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Equipment
More than 128,000 Freightliner Cascadia trucks recalled
Daimler Trucks North America has issued a recall for Freightliner Cascadia trucks for an issue with the brake lights, according to NHTSA.
Federal, News
FMCSA denies CVSA’s personal conveyance petition
FMCSA denied a petition regarding personal conveyance from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance, saying a mile limit would be arbitrary.
Federal, News
FMCSA sends ag hauler rule to White House for review
FMCSA is moving forward with a rule regarding the hours of service in relation to the transportation of agricultural commodities.
OOIDA
OOIDA’s tour trailer on Sunday heads to Lodi, Ohio
Jon Osburn, skipper of OOIDA’s tour trailer, sets up Sunday in Lodi, Ohio. Stop by if you are in the area and have the opportunity
Opinion
If only someone had mentioned security concerns before now
Safety, security, communications, tracking and functionality electronics manufactured overseas are rolling every day on American highways.
Federal, News
Trucking employment up for fifth consecutive month
Economic growth slowed down in September, but trucking employment continued to make up historic job losses established in April.
News, State
Truck warning system being built in Mackinac County, Mich.
Expects some closures on U.S. 2 in Michigan as the state Department of Transportation installs truck warning systems in Mackinac County.
News, OOIDA
‘Live From Exit 24’ next episode set for Oct. 7
The next “Live From Exit 24” show will feature Collin Long, OOIDA’s director of government affairs, and Andrew King of the OOIDA Foundation.
Federal, News
NHTSA: No change in fatal crash stats for large trucks
Statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reveal no significant change in fatality crashes involving large trucks.
News, State
Nevada considers changes to vehicle fees and taxes
An interim panel at the Nevada statehouse is looking at possible changes to how vehicle fee and tax revenue is distributed.