Land Line Now, Aug. 24, 2021.
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For more than a half century, speed limits have been set using the “85th percentile rule.” Now, California may change how they do it.
I. Today’s news with Scott Thompson
Knocking down “mythical” claims of a driver shortage with facts. Diesel prices dip by biggest margin in more than 15 months. And why sharing a MATS memory could be worth your time.
II. A look into your engine’s future
Problems in your truck’s engine can catch you by surprise – unless you’re doing regular oil analysis. We’ll discuss the importance of regular checks, what makes for an effective analysis program and what red flags you really need to look out for.
III. California may change how it sets speed limits
Since the start of the Eisenhower Interstate System, speed limits have been set following the so-called “85th percentile rule.” Now, California may change how they do it. Meanwhile, a series of local transportation ballot issues is coming up across the country.
IV. OOIDA to Commerce Department: ‘driver shortage’ a poor excuse
A recent report from the Department of Commerce has once again used the alleged “driver shortage” to justify actions that could jeopardize safety on the roads. And OOIDA is telling the department that their proposed solution would actually solve nothing.
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- Paccar is recalling nearly 700 medium-duty Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks over fuel leak concerns. You can find details here.
- Wabash National is recalling more than 350 refrigerated van trailers, model years 2018-2022. Contact Wabash customer service at 765-771-5404 for more information.
- The Mid-America Trucking Show is gearing up to celebrate its 50th anniversary. Organizers are asking truckers to take a moment to share some memories from past shows. Get all the details on the MATS website.
- Learn more about the OOIDA Safe Driving Award Program.
- Marty Ellis and OOIDA’s tour truck, the Spirit of the American Trucker, are at the Marty Ellis TA in Rogers, Minn. That’s located at Exit 207 off Interstate 94. You can find upcoming Spirit stops here.
- To read about state legislation, visit Land Line Magazine’s Daily News by State.
- View notices on the Bulletin Board.
- Read more about OOIDA’s letter to the Department of Commerce: OOIDA to Department of Commerce: It’s a driver turnover problem.
- Read OOIDA’s letter.
- Be sure to check out the new Fighting for Truckers website. And remember, it’s never too late to contact your lawmakers. You can do that via the website or by calling 202-224-3121.
- If you’ve been hauling COVID-19 vaccines across the country in recent weeks, we want to hear from you for a story we’re working on. Just send an email to LandLineNow@OOIDA.com and we’ll get back to you.
- 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.
