Land Line Now – Oct. 29, 2019
Click the play button to hear our latest podcast.
Some observers have noted a slowdown in freight and rates, while capacity is chugging right along – we’ll have an economic update. Listen to the full show here. Or, tune below to the stories you’re most interested in.
I. Today’s news with Terry Scruton
Today’s newscast with the news today’s working trucker needs to know. (10 minutes)
II. A slowdown in freight, rates – and where the economy’s headed
Some observers have noted a slowdown in freight and rates, while capacity is chugging right along. We’ll have an economic update, with thoughts on freight, diesel, and economy in general. (14 minutes)
III. Arizona, Minnesota eye how to raise road funds
An Arizona lawmaker pursues a fuel tax increase, while the Minnesota statehouse discusses how to raise more road revenue. (14 minutes, 30 seconds)
IV. Fast technology, slooooow Congress
The rules Congress sets for automated cars will likely set the stage for the rules for trucks – if Congress can figure out what to do about the cars. (9 minutes, 30 seconds)
Subscribe to Land Line Now
Go to Land Line Now on the Bullhorn app, or the Bullhorn website’s Land Line Now page, and click on the follow button. Bullhorn lets you listen to our program without using limited data on your cell phone plan – by allowing you to listen through a phone call.
Links, email addresses, phone numbers and more information
- Learn more about the OOIDA Safe Driving Award Program.
- Read more about Truckers for Troops: Annual Truckers for Troops telethon begins Veterans Day.
- For more information about Central States Capital Markets, call 800-851-6459 or visit their website.
- For more information about our state coverage:
- View notices on the Bulletin Board.
- To call members of Congress, dial 202-224-3121.
- Read more about automation:
