Federal, News
UCR fees to increase in 2025
FMCSA announced the UCR fees in a final rule that is scheduled to be published in the Federal Register on Monday, June 17.
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Podcast: The transition to electric trucks will cost how much?!
How much will it cost the industry to convert to electric? Ryder has taken a look and thinks it has an answer.
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Trucks and the U.S. Postal Service
Three years ago, the United States Postal Service announced it would cut back on air transport and put more mail on trucks.
Federal, News
Truck Leasing Task Force plans meetings in June, July
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Truck Leasing Task Force will resume with meetings scheduled in June and July.
News
Union officials warn strike could lead to repeat of ‘chaos’ at border
A strike by Canadian border agents could have a big impact on commercial traffic. Here’s what the workers are seeking.
News
TravelCenters of America rounding up for St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund
TravelCenters of America announced the start of its 2024 Round Up campaign that benefits the St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund.
Equipment, Federal, News
Feds add ELD back to approved list one day after removing it
A recently revoked electronic logging device has been reinstated by FMCSA. Find out which device was added back to the approved list.
News, State
Louisiana lawmakers review commercial vehicle issues
Two Louisiana bills moving through the legislature address concerns related to commercial vehicle liability and towing rules.
News
OOIDA encourages support of bill to stop freight fraud
A bipartisan bill introduced in the House on Wednesday, May 22 aims to fight back against freight fraud, and OOIDA is lending its support.
News, State
Portland, Ore., voters decide to continue local gas tax
Portland, Ore., voters overwhelmingly approved an extension of local gas tax. A heavy-vehicle use tax already was extended.
Crime & Courts, News
Misclassification lawsuit thrown out over technicality
A trucking company has dodged a misclassification lawsuit after a court found the complaint referred to a “resident” rather than a “citizen.”
Federal, News
Small businesses to see 50% increase in hazardous materials registration fees under proposed changes
Rate hikes for hazardous materials registration fees could be on the horizon. Find out why the feds say they need to increase the cost for hazmat truckers.
