Federal, News
Trucking industry seeks answers amid marijuana rescheduling proposal
The federal government wants to reschedule marijuana, creating confusion among federally regulated entities, including the trucking industry.
Listen Now
Podcast: Ryder says transitioning to electric will cost some big bucks
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? One company has taken a look at the issue and thinks it has an answer.
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Elections, News
On the job on Election Day? Vote in advance
Absentee voting gives over-the-road professional drivers a valuable resource to ensure your voice is heard on Election Day.
News
Wildfires continue to threaten California highways; I-70 in Colorado reopens
The August Lightning Siege of 2020 has caused dozens of wildfires across California to shut down highways. Meanwhile, I-70 in Colorado has finally reopened.
News, OOIDA
OOIDA’s ‘Live From Exit 24’ to host Rep. Sam Graves
The next episode of “Live From Exit 24” will feature U.S. Rep. Sam Graves, who is the ranking member on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee.
Elections, News, OOIDA
OOIDA board member to be featured at Republican National Convention
Monte Wiederhold, an OOIDA board member, was selected to represent truck drivers as a part of this week’s Republican National Convention broadcast.
News, Safety & Security
Happening now: CVSA’s Brake Safety Week
CVSA’s Brake Safety Week 2020 began on Sunday, Aug. 23 and runs through Saturday, Aug. 29. Brake hoses and tubing are a special focus this year.
News, State
Texas locales to decide in November whether to boost transportation funding
Voters in three Texas towns will decide this fall whether to raise transportation funding to benefit projects to reduce traffic congestion.
News
Wildfires in several states shutting down highways
Wildfires in Arizona, California and Colorado have shut down several highways, with the I-70 closure in Colorado the longest on record for that state.
Federal, News
FMCSA receives another request to lower dashcam location
Another company is asking the FMCSA to allow their dash cameras to be mounted in a spot lower on the windshield than the regulations permit.
OOIDA
The Spirit heads to Fargo, N.D.
OOIDA’s tour trailer will spend the weekend in Fargo, N.D., before heading out to Steele, N.D. Stop by and check in with Jon Osburn, skipper of The Spirit.
OOIDA
Artists have until Sept. 15 to enter Trucking in America poster contest
Land Line Magazine’s Trucking in America poster contest is for kids and young relatives of professional truck drivers. Entries must be received by Sept. 15.
