Knowledge is power
Land Line Now, Dec. 8, 2020.
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Knowledge is power and that can mean the difference between a flailing trucking business and a successful one. Plus, we see if the “beet” goes on … winter roads in Michigan.
I. Today’s news with Terry Scruton
Another setback for Rhode Island in the truck only tolls lawsuit; the FMCSA plans a Q&A session on hours of service; and one Santa is really “sleigh-ing” it in Canada.
II. ELD problem-solving, cost of operations and global trade
Knowledge is power and for truckers, that knowledge can mean the difference between a flailing business and a successful one, which is where three new videos from the OOIDA Foundation come in.
III. Michigan speed limits and beet juice
Michigan lawmakers are still at work, talking speed limits and beet juice.
IV. Earmarks to the rescue?
Could the return of earmarks loosen up some of the gridlock in Washington and help push through some transportation measures?
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Links, email addresses, phone numbers and more information
- FMCSA will be holding an HOS Q&A Webinar on Thursday, Dec. 17 from 2-3 p.m. Eastern. Space is limited and registration is required. You can register here.
- The Illinois DOT is asking residents to participate in a survey about infrastructure in the state. Click here to take the survey here.
- The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet has created a website for updates on repairs and traffic detours related to the Brent Spence Bridge. You can find it here.
- Jon Osburn and the Spirit of the American Trucker are at the TA in Las Vegas, located at Exit 33 off Interstate 15. You can find upcoming Spirit stops here. Jon Osburn also is giving away free protective masks.
- You can find the OOIDA Foundation videos on the OOIDA Business Education YouTube page.
- To read about legislation in a particular state, visit Land Line Magazine’s Daily News By State
- View notices on the Bulletin Board.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.