The legalization of weed across the country has presented a unique challenge for fleets and drivers alike – but the impact is just starting to take shape. To gain a better understanding the effect of legal marijuana on the trucking industry, the American Trucking Research Institute has launched a new survey. We’re joined by Jeff Short of ATRI to find out what they’re hoping to find out.
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To gain a better understanding the effect of legal marijuana on the trucking industry, the American Trucking Research Institute has launched a new survey. Also, the Mid-America Trucking Show gets underway in a few weeks. OOIDA’s marketing manager discusses what the Association has planned for the event. And as he gets ready to get back on the road, Marty Ellis ran into some interesting stories. One involves some precautions truckers should look into if they are about to have their windshield replaced. And the other involves a personal vehicle with some problems that many truckers are having as well.
Catch up on the news with Scott Thompson
A U.S. Senator calls for action against an upcoming EPA regulation that will affect the trucking industry. OOIDA voices concerns about President Biden’s pick for labor secretary. And so-called “fears” about automated vehicles are growing.
A look ahead to OOIDA at MATS
The Mid-America Trucking Show will get underway in a few weeks. OOIDA’s Marketing Manager discusses what the Association has planned for the event.
Some precautions for your windshield
As he gets ready to get back on the road, Marty Ellis ran into some interesting stories. One involves some precautions truckers should look into if they are about to have their windshield replaced. And the other involves a personal vehicle with some problems that many truckers are having as well.
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- Learn more about the Mid America Trucking Show at truckingshow.com.
- Starting Monday, Marty Ellis and the Spirit of the American Trucker will be at the TA in Florence, Ky. That’s at Exit 181 off Interstate 75. Stop in to join or renew OOIDA membership for two years at $50. Find upcoming Spirit stops here.
- Find out more about ATRI’s impact of marijuana legalization The survey is confidential and will be open through March 17. You can participate here.
- You can still register online for MATS 2023.
- Remember, it’s never too late to contact your lawmakers.
- You can donate to the Truckers for Troops fund all year.
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