Federal, News
Senators urge NHTSA to regulate autonomous vehicles
Referencing numerous high-profile crashes, a group of senators want to see more oversight of autonomous vehicles at the federal level.
Listen Now
Podcast: Baltimore bridge collapse update – parking issues
As Baltimore recovers from the recent bridge collapse, a number of issues need to be resolved – and one of the big ones is truck parking.
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News, OOIDA
OOIDA to launch internet-based talk show next week
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association is launching an internet-based talk show aimed at expanding communication with members.
Federal, News
THUD subcommittee approves $158.3 billion FY 2021 bill
The House Appropriations subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development approved its fiscal year 2021 bill on Wednesday, July 8.
News, State
Georgia panel nears approval to continue work on freight movement
Georgia lawmakers have given their approval to the continuation of a special panel to come up with solutions to address needs for freight movement via road and rail.
TRACER Alert
TRACER reports theft of 2000 Peterbilt in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.
A TRACER Alert has been issued for a blue 2000 Peterbilt 389 stolen in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. There a $500 reward for info leading to recovery of the truck.
Coronavirus
Motorists who visited Topeka service area possibly exposed to COVID-19
If you visited the Topeka service area off of Interstate 70 on July 2-4 and are feeling under the weather, seek medical attention.
News, Truck Shows
Iowa 80 Truckstop kicks off online Walcott Truckers Jamboree
The Iowa 80 Truckstop presents the 41st Walcott Truckers Jamboree online on July 9-11. Check out the antique truck display and Super Truck Beauty Contest.
News, Safety & Security
Operation Safe Driver enforcement push starts July 12
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance says it is planning its Operation Safe Driver enforcement for July 12-18. Speeding will be the top focus, CVSA says.
Coronavirus, Federal, News
FMCSA offers discretion on drug, alcohol testing during COVID-19 outbreak
FMCSA issues a notice of enforcement discretion for motor carriers whose random drug and alcohol testing may be disrupted because of the pandemic.
TRACER Alert
TRACER reports theft of 1999 Freightliner in Missouri
A TRACER Alert has been issued for a blue 1999 Freightliner Classic reported stolen in Sullivan, Mo., and last traced to a Walmart in Hamilton, Ala.
Federal, News
Report: More than 3,200 long-haul trucking companies received PPP loans
So far, more than 3,000 trucking companies have received $150,000 or more from the Paycheck Protection Program. The extended deadline to apply is Aug. 8.
