Educating new members of Congress
A new Congress will soon take shape in our nation’s capital. That means new members who lack a basic understanding of the trucking industry. And that is a big opportunity.
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A new Congress will soon take shape in our nation’s capital. That means new members who lack a basic understanding of the trucking industry. And that is a big opportunity. Also, air inflation systems are a convenience, but don’t overestimate them. While they can take some of the stress out of monitoring your trailer tires, they’re not going to do all the work for you. And we’re less than a month away from the first official day of winter, but many areas have already experienced bad weather, which often makes for less-than-ideal road conditions. We’ll discuss how inclement weather damage can impact your coverage.
Catch up on the news with Scott Thompson
The South is bracing for severe weather that could cause some major disruptions. Canada mulls over penalties for its new ELD regulations. And ‘tis the season for enforcement blitzes, apparently.
Tire inflation systems – not a cure all
Air inflation systems are a convenience, but don’t overestimate them. While they can take some of the stress out of monitoring your trailer tires, they’re not going to do all the work for you. Mike Steiner of Michelin explains what air inflation systems do, what they can’t do, and how best to use them.
Winter weather and your insurance
We’re less than a month away from the first official day of winter, but many areas have already experienced bad weather, which often makes for less-than-ideal road conditions. Trina Skywalker of OOIDA’s Truck Insurance Department talks about how damage from inclement weather can impact your coverage.
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- You can submit nominations for the 2023 TA Petro Citizen Driver award online. The deadline is June 30.
- Marty Ellis and OOIDA’s tour truck, the Spirit of the American Trucker, are at the Petro in Knoxville, Tenn. That’s at Exit 369 on Interstate 40. Find upcoming Spirit stops here.
- For questions about commercial vehicle tires, you can go to the Michelin Commercial Truck Tire website.
- Find out more about OOIDA’s Truck Insurance program here.
- 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.
- You can donate to the Truckers for Troops fund all year.
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