Ignoring a problem doesn’t make it go away, so we’re going to take some of the current ones head-on with the help of Jim Jefferson and Aron Lynch of OOIDA’s Business Services Department. We talk high diesel prices, low freight rates and DEF shortages.
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Ignoring a problem doesn’t make it go away, so we’re going to take some of the current ones head-on with the help of Jim Jefferson and Aron Lynch of OOIDA’s Business Services Department. We talk high diesel prices, low freight rates and DEF shortages. Also, as the price of fuel continues to rise, many may wonder how this impacts the spot market. Stephen Petit with DAT discusses this concern, and what to look out for when diesel prices spike. And the acting administrator and nominee to head FMCSA talked with senators today about what she would do in the top role at the agency.
Catch up on the news with Scott Thompson
Robin Hutcheson answers questions during her nomination hearing in the Senate. The leaders of the House transportation committee want the DOT to get serious about truck parking. And the dates for CVSA’s Brake Safety Week are announced.
Diesel prices and the spot market
As the price of fuel continues to rise, many may wonder how this impacts the spot market. Stephen Petit with DAT discusses this concern, and what to look out for when diesel prices spike.
FMCSA nominee on the hot seat
And the acting administrator and nominee to head FMCSA talked with senators today about what she would do in the top role at the agency. Meanwhile, another hearing on Capitol Hill focused on infrastructure and highway safety.
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- OOIDA is promoting Truckers for Troops with a series of videos leading up to Veterans Day. You can watch them on OOIDA’s YouTube channel.
- Starting Thursday, Marty Ellis and the Spirit of the American Trucker will be at the ATHS National Convention and Antique Truck show at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield. Find upcoming Spirit stops here.
- See everything OOIDA’s Business Services Department has to offer here. And you can contact them at 816-229-5791.
- Get more information about the freight market. And you can find loads at OOIDA MembersEdge.
- Remember, it’s never too late to contact your lawmakers. You can do that via the Fighting for Truckers website or by calling 202-224-3121.
- Find out how to listen to Land Line Now on TNC Radio.
- You can donate to the Truckers for Troops fund all year.
- OOIDA has an online resource to provide access to information needed to operate in the coronavirus pandemic. Click on the COVID-19 menu at the top of the page on the Land Line Media website.
