There are plenty of issues that pit OOIDA and the Towing and Recovery Association of America against each other, but that’s not always the case. Both organizations are now standing together on the same side of the fight against an FMCSA proposal that would mandate speed limiters on most commercial motor vehicles. Brian Riker of TRAA tells us why his organization has joined the fight – and what they’re doing about it.
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There are plenty of issues that pit OOIDA and the Towing and Recovery Association of America against each other. But both organizations are standing together in the fight against an FMCSA proposal to mandate speed limiters on commercial motor vehicles. Brian Riker of TRAA tells us why his organization has joined the fight. Also, driving too slowly can be just as dangerous as driving too fast. Dean Croke with DAT shares his thoughts on speed limiters, and talks about what to look for in this week’s market update. And primary season continues with more races that could help decide who will control Congress in the next session.
Catch up on the news with Scott Thompson
Thousands more comments pour in over FMCSA’s proposed speed limiter mandate. Spot truckload rates continue to slide. And a water tower silhouette honoring the “Man in Black” is the victim of an unfortunately placed bullet hole.
Speed limiters: Slow is as dangerous as fast
Driving too slowly can be just as dangerous as driving too fast. Dean Croke with DAT shares his thoughts on speed limiters and talks about what owner-operators should be looking for in this week’s market update.
Pennsylvania primaries and control of Congress
Primary season continues with more races that could help decide who will control Congress in the next session. Today, we’ll take a look at what’s happening in Pennsylvania.
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- Truck drivers and the general public have through June 3 to submit comments on the proposed speed limiter rule. Submit your comment here.
- The FBI in Springfield, Ill., is looking for help after someone set fire to a pipeline repair site in central Illinois. Get the details here. Call 217-522-9675 if you have any information.
- Starting Thursday, Marty Ellis and the Spirit of the American Trucker will be at the Petro in New Paris, Ohio. That’s at Exit 156B off Interstate 70. Find upcoming Spirit stops here.
- Get more information about the freight market. And you can find loads at OOIDA MembersEdge.
- Remember, it’s never too late to contact your lawmakers. You can do that via the Fighting for Truckers 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.
