Pennsylvania targets unpaid tolls
Two Pennsylvania state lawmakers want to collect millions in unpaid turnpike tolls – and it may mean an unpleasant surprise for some motorists. Meanwhile, California’s governor has stymied attempts to link transportation funding with greenhouse gas reductions.
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Two Pennsylvania state lawmakers want to collect millions in unpaid turnpike tolls – and it may mean an unpleasant surprise for some motorists. Meanwhile, California’s governor has stymied attempts to link transportation funding with greenhouse gas reductions. Also, we look back at a $44.4 million win in New York state related to registration and decal taxes. Then we look ahead to the honorees at this week’s second annual American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame induction ceremony. And what do elevated levels of iron and silicon mean for your engine? We’ll get the answer.
Catch up on the news with Scott Thompson
Diesel prices have leveled off after multiple weeks of spikes. The Labor Department extends the comment period window for its worker classification proposal. And a state trooper who gained fame in “Smokey and the Bandit” has passed away.
A look back at a big win for truckers
Our series looking back at OOIDA’s biggest accomplishments as we approach the Association’s 50th anniversary continues with a look at a $44.4 million win in New York state related to registration and decal taxes. Then we look ahead to the honorees in the spotlight at this week’s second annual American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame induction ceremony.
Oil analysis
What do elevated levels of iron and silicon mean for your engine? You’d likely never know unless you’re running routine oil analysis. Nick Rivera of Mobil Delvac breaks down an actual report that shows some abnormalities that raised red flags for him.
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Links, email addresses, phone numbers and more information
- The Women of Trucking Advisory Board has its first public meeting lined up. It will be held virtually from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern on Wednesday, Nov. 9. Register here to take part in the meeting.
- Marty Ellis and OOIDA’s tour truck, the Spirit of the American Trucker, are at the TA in Livingston, Calif. That’s at Exit 203 off state Route 99. Find upcoming Spirit stops here.
- Find out more about the American Trucking and Industry Leader Hall of Fame on the official website.
- 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 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.
- Find out how to listen to Land Line Now on TNC Radio.