Lawmakers in 10 states are considering changes to fuel taxes, with most wanting to cut the tax. We’ll explain who’s talking about it, what kinds of cuts they’re considering, and how might that affect diesel prices.
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Lawmakers in 10 states are considering changes to fuel taxes, with most wanting to cut the tax. We’ll explain who’s talking about it, what kinds of cuts they’re considering, and how might that affect diesel prices. Also, your truck is likely full of sensors and alarms that alert you to the first sign of a problem, and that is a good thing. Such is the case with an overheating tire. So what do we do when that alert comes through? Mike Steiner of Michelin breaks it down for us. And this evening is the State of the Union address, and we fully expect some transportation to make it into the speech. So what’s expected, and what does it mean?
Catch up on the news with Scott Thompson
The price of diesel continues to climb, with little relief in sight. AAA breaks down why traffic deaths spiked during the pandemic despite fewer people on the road. And OOIDA goes to bat for Maryland truckers who are fighting outrageously high nonconsensual tow bills.
The case of the overheating tire
Your truck is likely full of sensors and alarms that alert you to the first sign of a problem, and that is a good thing. Such is the case with an overheating tire. So what do we do when that alert comes through? Mike Steiner of Michelin breaks it down for us.
State of the Union – what to expect
This evening is the State of the Union address, and we fully expect some transportation to make it into the speech. So what’s expected, and what does it mean?
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Links, email addresses, phone numbers and more information
- Starting Thursday, Marty Ellis and the Spirit of the American Trucker will be at the TA in Marianna, Fla. That’s at Exit 142 off Interstate 10. Find upcoming Spirit stops here.
- For questions about commercial vehicle tires, you can go to the Michelin Commercial Truck Tire website.
- To read about state legislation, visit Land Line Magazine’s Daily News by State.
- View the most recent notices on the Bulletin Board.
- Be sure to check out the Fighting for Truckers website. Remember, it’s never too late to contact your lawmakers. You can do that via the 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.
