Brokers & spot rates & parking, oh my!
Land Line Now, June 12, 2020.
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Truckers in Big Sky country are telling Jon Osburn about ongoing problems with brokers and spot rates and truck parking – plus personal safety in protests.
I. Today’s news with Terry Scruton
The FMCSA begins sending out face masks to transportation workers; food trucks going away at Idaho rest areas; and monkeys and gators in the Midwest? What else would you expect in 2020? It’s today’s news in trucking.
II. Jazzing it up on a budget
So you bought a truck, and although it looks good, it lacks a certain pizazz. We’ll have some advice on how to jazz it up on a budget.
III. Brokers and spot rates and parking
Truckers in Big Sky country are telling Jon Osburn about continuing problems with brokers, spot market rates, truck parking and personal safety amidst recent protests.
IV. Virtual meetings with very real results
In the age of coronavirus, everything seems to be going virtual. This coming week, a House committee will take virtual action on a proposed highway bill. And recently, the OOIDA Board virtually discussed what issues the Association will pursue in the coming six months.
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Links, email addresses, phone numbers and more information
- OOIDA has set up an online resource to provide direct access to information needed to operate in the current coronavirus pandemic. Click on the COVID-19 – Facts for Truckers logo on the OOIDA or Land Line Media websites.
- It’s helpful for our members to keep us apprised of conditions on the roads and any problems they encounter. If you have situations to report call OOIDA at 816-229-5791 or email Questions@OOIDA.com.
- OOIDA’s TRACER system has issued an alert on a stolen white 2007 utility reefer. Find more information on the TRACER website or call 202-246-2698 if you have information.
- Jon Osburn and OOIDA’s tour truck, the Spirit of the American Trucker, are at the Petro in Spokane, Wash. That’s at Exit 272 on Interstate 90. Find the upcoming Spirit stops here.
- Be sure to check out Chrome Shop Mafia and 4 State Trucks.
- It’s never too late to share your views with lawmakers. You can do that on the Fighting for Truckers website or by calling 202-224-3121.