Federal, News
EPA criticized for ‘torrent of regulation’
Senate Republicans criticized the EPA for “a torrent of regulation” that led to higher costs at a committee hearing on Wednesday, May 8.
Listen Now
Podcast: FMCSA to cars – time to share the road
FMCSA is undertaking a project to alert the general public about sharing the road with large trucks. OOIDA’s Jay Grimes has the details.
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Opinion
More holes poked into ATA’s driver shortage claims
ATA’s truck driver shortage claims have been going on for decades. The narrative, however, has taken several hits recently.
Crime & Courts, News
Thieves steal $30k in crab legs – leave driver injured – during recent cargo theft
A driver was injured during the latest cargo theft in Philadelphia. Here’s what police are telling truckers to do if they become a victim.
News, Truck Parking
FMCSA updates Key Bridge truck parking plan
Truck parking issues following the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge are being analyzed and addressed by federal and state agencies.
News, State
Colorado legislature advances local authority to set idling rules
Providing local governments with authority to set vehicle idling rules is the subject of a bill headed to the Colorado governor.
News
Canadian insurance association highlights need for stronger driver training standards
Many Canadian provinces have stronger truck driver training rules than the U.S., but a report suggests they still leave new drivers ill-prepared.
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.
Crime & Courts, News, Safety & Security
Utah police looking for 3 men suspected in scam targeting truckers
A scam targeting truckers has police in Utah turning to the public for help. Here’s what you need to know to avoid being a victim.
Federal, News
FMCSA moves toward new registration system
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration took steps to create a new registration system. It published a notice Friday, April 19.
News, State
Legislation in five states intended to deter highway protests
Five states are pursuing rule revisions that cover concern about highway protests that disrupt and block traffic on roadways.
News, State, Tolls
Ohio Turnpike begins open-road tolling
Changes to modernize the Ohio Turnpike are complete. Officials say they will be an “immense” benefit to the commercial freight industry.