Federal, News
GOP lawmakers introduce resolution to undo EPA’s new emission standards
One month after the EPA finalized tougher truck emission standards, Republican lawmakers are attempting to quash them.
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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.
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OOIDA
Don’t overlook the research resources OOIDA has gathered
Resources are available at OOIDA.com to help you keep abreast of issues facing the trucking industry. Check out state issues, OOIDA court actions and more.
Federal, News
If it keeps time, it’s probably just a clock
Many conclusions are being drawn from preliminary data about ELDs and hours of service, but remember an ELD is just a clock and we’re talking about safety.
News, OOIDA
Five new board members elected to OOIDA Board of Directors
When the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association Board of Directors meet in April, they will be seating five new alternate board members. Every two years, OOIDA’s voting members cast ballots to elect alternates to the Association’s Board of Directors. Voting for the two-year alternate positions closed on Jan. 31 with five new alternates elected. On Feb […]
Federal, News
Infrastructure and NAFTA on Trump’s agenda
In his State of the Union speech, President Trump mentioned infrastructure and a new NAFTA. The Democrat response referenced trucking’s lease-purchasing problem.
Federal, News
House T&I committee hearing to examine infrastructure needs
The House T&I committee has a hearing planned for Feb. 7 titled “The Cost of Doing Nothing: Why Investing in Our Nation’s Infrastructure Cannot Wait.”
Fuel prices, News, State
Officials in 15 states consider fuel tax collections
During the past six years nearly 30 states have raised or reformed their fuel tax rate. State legislators continue to pursue additional revenue enhancements.
Business, News
DAT Solutions: With January behind, spot freight forecast includes a warming trend
As we leave January and its seasonal lull behind, demand is strong and load posts are increasing.
Federal, News
ELD mandate hasn’t reduced crashes, study reveals
Researchers from three major universities have found the use of ELDs have not reduced crashes and may cause an increase in unsafe driving habits.
Federal, News
FMCSA grants more HOS exemptions, considers another for animal haulers
A pair of hours-of-service exemption requests are scheduled to appear on the Federal Register this week, one for drivers who haul livestock, insects and aquatic animals and another for concrete pavement haulers.
News, OOIDA, Safety & Security
OOIDA opposes bills in two states for snow and ice vehicle mandates
Two northeastern state legislatures are looking at bills that cover concerns about snow and ice removal from atop cars and trucks
