Eight states are taking a look at who can use the left lane when, with many of them focusing on trucks. Meanwhile, a bill that would allow 90,000-pound trucks on Georgia’s highways has undergone some revisions.
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Eight states are taking a look at who can use the left lane when, with many of them focusing on trucks. Meanwhile, a bill that would allow 90,000-pound trucks on Georgia’s highways has undergone some revisions. Also, knowing what steps to take after receiving a traffic ticket can be crucial when it comes to fighting it. We’ll talk with the Road Law guys to talk about what the process is when you give them a call. And the Biden administration has moved to fill several key positions in the federal government that have a direct impact on trucking.
Catch up on the news with Scott Thompson
Another day, another exemption request related to hours of service. Used truck prices are coming down, and sales are up. And the Mid-America Trucking Show announces another honoree for its Wall of Fame.
When you get a traffic ticket – what’s next?
Knowing what steps to take after receiving a traffic ticket can be crucial when it comes to fighting it. We’ll talk with the Road Law guys to talk about what the process is when you give them a call.
Administration fills key transportation positions
The Biden administration has moved to fill several key positions in the federal government that have a direct impact on trucking. Meanwhile, the FMCSA is getting ready to conduct a new study of crashes that involve large trucks. And OOIDA has concerns.
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Links, email addresses, phone numbers and more information
- ATRI is on the doorstep of putting together its 15th annual Operational Costs of Trucking report, which means it needs feedback from you. The deadline to participate is April 28.
- For results of the 2022 OOIDA Foundation Freight Rate Survey, click here.
- 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.
- You can get more information from Road Law here.
- To read about state legislation, visit Land Line Magazine’s Daily News by State.
- Remember, it’s never too late to contact your lawmakers.
- You can donate to the Truckers for Troops fund all year.
- Find out how to listen to Land Line Now on TNC Radio.
