Smart. Safe. Flexible.
Strict hours-of-service regulations look good on paper. Of course, no one wants a truck driver operating an 80,000-pound tractor-trailer for 20 hours straight.
However, truckers have long argued that rigid hours of service is less safe because it doesn’t factor in the human elements of the driver or the real-life scenarios (adverse weather, rush-hour traffic, etc.) that truckers encounter.
In September, FMCSA published a pair of notices for pilot programs that will provide truck drivers more hours-of-service flexibility. The agency plans to start the programs early next year.
Uncommon common sense
FMCSA leadership says common sense is back on the table. For truckers that is a refreshing change from the past.
Jami Jones
DOT to test new approach to hours of service for truckers
Truckers believe a better road to safety involves giving them some control over deciding when it is and isn’t safe to drive.
Mark Schremmer
DOT takes action regarding non-domiciled CDLs
Following an audit into non-domiciled CDLs, the DOT announced plans to drastically reduce the number of people who can be eligible.
Mark Schremmer
FMCSA official shares new approach with truckers at GBATS
Over the past year, FMCSA has taken a new approach to the way it regulates truckers. This has meant fewer regulations and more dialogue.
Tyson Fisher
Regulatory agenda provides truckers peek into future
The regulatory agenda includes several rulemakings on interest to truckers, including broker transparency and automatic emergency brakes.
Mark Schremmer
OOIDA pushes back against ‘short-sighted’ environmental regs
OOIDA submitted formal comments to the EPA regarding proposals on the endangerment finding and California’s Clean Truck Check program.
Tyson Fisher
State Watch – November 2025
This month’s edition of State Watch takes a look at transportation legislation in five statehouses across the country.
Keith Goble
Did Nebraska, Werner recruit Kenyan truck drivers?
There were multiple reports on social media that Nebraska and Werner cooked up a deal to recruit Kenyan truck drivers. What went down?
Tyson Fisher
Truckers’ Second Amendment fight runs out of road
A pair of truck drivers tried to haul Minnesota’s gun laws into a Second Amendment showdown – only to have a federal judge slam the brakes. Judge John Tunheim of the District of Minnesota dismissed a lawsuit filed by two truck drivers. They argued that Minnesota’s gun rules, which recognize...
Tyson Fisher
Petitions aim to prevent unqualified drivers from receiving CDLs
In late August, a pair of petitions were sent to FMCSA. Both petitions attempt to prevent unqualified drivers from receiving a CDL.
Mark Schremmer
Preliminary stats reveal lower rate of traffic deaths
NHTSA’s preliminary stats are in, and the number of traffic deaths is on the decline. This is despite an increase in driving.
Tyson Fisher
Bigger trucks opposed locally and nationally
City and county leaders also believe that efforts to increase truck size and weight are bad for their communities.
Mark Schremmer
The Truck Parking Zone – November 2025
America’s truck parking plan? A patchwork quilt stitched from lawsuits, bans and the occasional shiny new lot.
Tyson Fisher
Canadian truckers have an ally in OOIDA
An OOIDA board member is fighting for truckers in the U.S. and Canada. Here’s why she says Canadian drivers should join the Association.
Ryan Witkowski
Broker wins court battle
One of the first known lawsuits attempting to compel broker transparency compliance ended with a victory for brokers, albeit a small one.
Tyson Fisher
Have a complaint about a broker or motor carrier?
Truck drivers complain about bad brokers or motor carriers all the time. But what can actually be done about it?
Mark Schremmer
Bill would protect truckers from predatory lease purchases
HR5423 would prohibit motor carriers from using predatory commercial motor vehicle lease-purchase programs.
Mark Schremmer
Death of Angie Stone results in lawsuit
A crash that claimed the life of famous singer Angie Stone has led to a lawsuit against a trucking company and the truck manufacturer.
Land Line Media
Cases shine light on CDL schemes
Reports of alleged CDL schemes continue to pop up around the nation. Recent incidents occurred in Louisiana and Massachusetts.
Land Line Media
Key Bridge’s price tag increases by more than 250%
Originally, it was estimated that it would cost less than $2 billion to rebuild the Key Bridge. That price has increased significantly.
SJ Munoz
Navigating all that OOIDA has to offer
OOIDA’s Business Development Department is helping current and potential members discover everything the Association has to offer.
Ryan Witkowski
Time to apply for the OOIDA scholarship
Children, grandchildren and legal dependents of OOIDA members are eligible to apply for the OOIDA Mary Johnston Scholarship.
Land Line Media
DOT secretary greets truck drivers at appreciation event
Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy met with truck drivers as part of an appreciation event at a New Jersey rest stop in September.
Land Line Media
OOIDA member never planned to have a show truck
It’s been an incredible journey for OOIDA member Raiko Graveran of Orlando, Fla. But truck show awards were never the goal.
SJ Munoz
OOIDA welcomes youth truck enthusiast aboard The Spirit
A young truck enthusiast had his day made when he visited OOIDA headquarters and see the inside of The Spirit tour trailer.
SJ Munoz
Truckers give back to military veterans
Truckers’ commitment to veterans was on full display during a recent stop at the Veterans Community Project Village in Longmont, Colo.
Ryan Witkowski
Caught on the lot – November 2025
Busted! Have you ever been worried about being in the right place at exactly the right time? Well, meet the folks who got caught on the lot at Chrome Shop Mafia HQ in Joplin, Mo. Yeah, yeah, maybe the dispatcher said “keep on rollin’ – that load has gotta be...
Bryan Martin
Cool gifts 2025
Not sure what to gift the trucker in your life – or yourself? Check out Land Line’s Cool Gifts guide for road-ready ideas that hit the spot.
Tyson Fisher
Trucking History – November 2025
November was popping in trucking history, with the release of one of the all-time greatest trucking songs.
SJ Munoz
OOIDA on the road – November 2025
OOIDA worked hard to stop the proposed speed limiter mandate. But it wouldn’t have been accomplished without OOIDA’s members.
Land Line Media
Slight Detour – November 2025
On this Slight Detour, a trucker and a teacher fail the smell test, and a candy-coated collision raises some questions in the newsroom.
Ryan Witkowski
Sounds Judgment audio book review: ‘Demon Copperfield’
“Demon Copperhead” by Barbara Kingsolver is a take on Charles Dickens’ “David Copperfield” and updates it to reflect modern issues.
Sawyer Jacobs
Roses & Razzberries – November 2025
Trucking groups unite against heavier trucks. A pay-to-park company claims there’s ample parking. A truck driver is allegedly assaulted.
SJ Munoz
Short on driver training, long on trouble
With the recent up tick in focus on highway safety, in addition to properly licensed truck drivers, people are asking about driver training.
Jami Jones
What are truckers, others telling FMCSA?
There are several trucking-related notices asking the public for feedback. How are truckers and others responding to FMCSA?
Mark Schremmer
Mack Pioneer’s a gentle bulldog
The long-nose Mack Pioneer replaces the Anthem in the over-the-road highway segment. The truck is loaded with features.
Tom Berg
Freight market remains weak as tariffs take effect
Significant hurdles remain in the freight market. Economic pressure from tariffs is building, according to a recent report.
SJ Munoz
Trucking & Taxes – November 2025
If you haven’t filed your taxes, you could either face penalties or miss out on refunds. Find out what you need to do.
Barry Fowler
Road Law – November 2025
Of course, every truck driver would like his or traffic ticket dismissed. But sometimes, Road Laws says a lesser charge serves as a win.
Jeff McConnell and James Mennella
Cost remains huge sticking point for electric trucks
Purchasing an electric truck today costs more than it did five years ago. A new study explores some of the reasons that may be.
Tyson Fisher
Ninth Circuit to decide overtime dispute
For decades, interstate truck drivers have been exempt from overtime rules. Intrastate truck drivers aren’t included in the exemption.
Tyson Fisher