Federal, News
Rep. Collins: Minimum insurance increase would ‘destroy’ trucking
A bill that would increase carriers’ minimum insurance to $5 million would “destroy the trucking industry,” a member of Congress said.
Listen Now
Podcast: Is renewable diesel an alternative to electric?
A new American Transportation Research Institute report includes promising data on renewable diesel. Jeff Short explains the details.
The Latest
OOIDA
OOIDA recognizes drivers for safe, crash-free records
OOIDA recently announced honorees in the Association’s Safe Driving Award program. The following drivers have been recognized by the Association for truck driving excellence.
Federal, OOIDA
Rep. Babin critical of FMCSA for not addressing driver coercion
Rep. Brian Babin, R-Texas, called out FMCSA for not effectively investigating reports of drivers being coerced into violating safety rules.
State
OOIDA: Ohio driver shortage bill ‘misguided’
An Ohio bill touted to aid motor carriers looking to hire drivers moves forward, but OOIDA says it is intended to address a “nonexistent” driver shortage.
News, Products & Services
Christmas holiday means increased risk of cargo theft
The Christmas holiday season means a significantly increased risk for cargo theft, according to the latest bulletin from SensiGuard’s Intelligence Center.
Truck Shows
MATS 2020 now open for registration
The 2020 edition of MATS will be March 26-28 at the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville. Free early-bird registration is now open.
Crime & Courts
Trucking company’s dash cam case in Florida Supreme Court gains outside interest
Several groups are lending support to a trucking company in a case in the Florida Supreme Court that centers on dash cam video used for summary judgment.
Federal, OOIDA
OOIDA provides tutorial on drug and alcohol clearinghouse
Want to know how to register for FMCSA’s drug and alcohol clearinghouse? An OOIDA video takes you step-by-step through the process.
Federal
FMCSA takes steps in starting Beyond Compliance program
FMCSA is issuing an information collection request so that it can begin to implement the Beyond Compliance program.
Crime & Courts
Texas Supreme Court to hear ‘intentional injury’ case after trucker killed
The Texas Supreme Court will be tasked to clarify “intentional injury” in case involving a trucker killed after allegedly forced to drive excessive hours.
State
Utah Legislature approves tax reform deal, increased fuel costs
The Utah Legislature works to boost transportation funding via a tax reform package that includes higher fuel costs, though the issue might not be settled.
