LLN (4/29/20) – Freight rates are still searching for the bottom of the barrel, but the upcoming produce season may help things bounce back a little. Also, one of those regular, every-single-year, have-to-file-it pieces of paperwork is just around the corner. The FMCSA has simplified online access for a host of functions necessary to trucking operations. And despite calls from the president and the U.S. House for a big infrastructure plan as part of COVID-19 relief efforts, one very powerful sen...
Apr 30, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/28/20) – At the start of 2020, many were confident that a new highway bill was on the way. But is that still the case now that we’re facing a pandemic? Also, you may not think often about wheel ends and related systems, but they are an important item to maintain. We’ll have some advice. And a new Virginia law will allow speed enforcement cameras in construction areas and school zones. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Maintaining wheel ends. 24:05 – Virginia OKs speed cameras. 38:34 – COVID-19 may ...
Apr 29, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/27/20) – Hauling a 1.27-million-pound load means facing a few challenges – including bridges designed to hold far less weight. We’ll explain how they did it. Also, a trucker made her trailer into a moving billboard she hopes will save lives during the pandemic, while two men who served our country thank truck drivers for being there for our country during the pandemic. If you haul containers, you need to be familiar with the Uniform Intermodal Interchange Agreement – including how it can ...
Apr 28, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/24/20) – An effort to add more funds to programs designed to help small businesses survive the current crisis is signed into law. We’ll discuss what it could mean to you. Also, while the coronavirus pandemic has slowed traffic in many areas, Jon Osburn says the further east he goes, the more he sees – and it is moving fast. And many states are trying to end the twice-annual time changes associated with daylight-saving time, while Oklahoma lawmakers try to coordinate two state highway agen...
Apr 25, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/23/20) – With some alarmingly low rates being offered to truckers, the question arises – is it that bad, or is someone taking advantage of the situation to rip them off? Also, an internal combustion engine will not even start without two vital parts that work together – the alternator and the battery. We’ll have some advice. State governments continue to be disrupted by the coronavirus pandemic, while some new Idaho laws are passed that will affect truckers. And what might happen during t...
Apr 24, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/22/20) – The picture continues to look grim for freight and rates, but the bottom could be in sight soon, leaving nowhere to go but up. Also, truck drivers who take pride in their ride are always making changes. We’ll discuss what the five most popular upgrades are. And the members of the U.S. House Transportation Committee wanted to say thank you to truckers – and they found a unique way to do it. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Freight rates – the bottom may be in sight. 24:05 – Top five upgrad...
Apr 23, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/21/20) – More funding to help small businesses may be on the way – and this effort may offer more aid to truckers. Also, while price is one factor to consider when buying new tires, you need to take a broader view so you don't end up paying more in the long run. And more states are legalizing marijuana, and CBD oil is growing in popularity. However, both can lead to serious consequences if you work behind the wheel. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – What to consider when buying tires. 24:05 – The p...
Apr 22, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/20/20) – Several more members of Congress have signed on to support a bill that would provide federal funding to create more truck parking. Also, the COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted an issue that has long plagued the trucking industry – the shortage of safe, secure places for truckers to park. We’ll get the story behind Land Line Magazine’s recent coverage of the issue. And tell someone that something is linked to cancer, and they’ll likely to do something about it. However, one conditi...
Apr 21, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/17/20) – Jon Osburn is dispensing advice on staying healthy, while truckers are telling him about low fuel costs, and even lower freight rates. Also, while the president thanked truckers earlier this week, truckers need help with ongoing expenses and staying healthy during the pandemic. We’ll have a rundown of efforts to get those issues fixed. And for those with newer, aerodynamic rigs, you likely have few options to chrome it up and make it shine. But that is changing. 0:00 – Newscast. ...
Apr 18, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/16/20) – Congress recently set aside hundreds of billions of dollars to support small businesses – but some small businesses may be out of luck. Also, a group set up by the president to guide trucking’s part in getting the economy moving again has no representation from small-business truckers. And Oregon’s governor is setting up a cap-and-trade plan, while Washington state sets a new rule to help truckers with roundabouts. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – No small-business truckers in president’s...
Apr 17, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/15/20) – Small-business truckers are have problems getting help from some of the programs set up to keep our economy afloat during the pandemic. OOIDA asked the government to respond – and they have. Also, freight and rates continued a grim trend amid the COVID-19 outbreak – but it’s hopefully only temporary. And every trucker probably has at least one unusual load story, but how many have hauled a load that’s headed for space? 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Hauling a load set for space. 24:05 –...
Apr 16, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/14/20) – Despite the pandemic and the shutdown of government and businesses, some important trucking issues are still progressing in our nation’s capital – among them, truck parking. Also, in good news from a tough time, several companies join to offer truckers a treat at the Washington-Oregon border, while a Christian trucking group provides parking, showers, meals and more to drivers passing through – and the pandemic isn’t stopping them. Also, a scam targets truckers, and several compa...
Apr 15, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/13/20) – We’re all hearing tons of advice about how to take care of yourself during the coronavirus pandemic. We’ll separate the facts from some of the fiction. Also, having the right insurance coverage for a trailer can depend on many things – whether it’s a rented or owned, or even whether the trailer itself is considered cargo. And slow but steady progress is being made toward solving problems with nonconsensual towing in several states, as well as an infamous split speed limit. 0:00 –...
Apr 14, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/10/20) – While the COVID-19 pandemic has closed much of the government, some people in D.C. are still working to help truckers. Also, nearly all truckers eventually get a ticket or citation, and some of them will be for what seem like silly or pesky violations. And a lot of people consider getting their own authority – but many complications lie in the path of anyone who wants to. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Pesky little violations. 24:05 – Barriers to getting authority. 38:33 – Some people a...
Apr 11, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/9/20) – The FMCSA has extended its emergency order allowing truckers who haul pandemic-related supplies an exemption from the hours of service. Meanwhile, some states have taken action to help truckers who use rest areas. Also, Jon Osburn continues to help truckers through the coronavirus outbreak, many of whom are coping not only with closed restaurants, but also a steep decline in rates. And states across the country are considering changes to their rules for lane use. 0:00 – Newscast. ...
Apr 10, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/8/20) – The COVID-19 pandemic caused freight rates to rise in recent weeks – but for the very same reason, that’s over for now. Also, we reported earlier that infrastructure spending was a likely part of the next stimulus legislation to deal with COVID-19’s economic fallout. We’ll explain what’s likely to happen next. And Women in Trucking’s first Female Driver of the Year is putting her passion for trucking to good use by inspiring a whole new generation of female truck drivers. 0:00 – N...
Apr 09, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/7/20) – The COVID-19 situation has prompted more than a dozen states to change absentee voting rules; meanwhile, an effort in Arizona to limit enforcement by the state’s ports of entry stalls. Also, while most courts are closed these days, citations are still being handed out, so it’s more important than ever to keep your driving record clean. And the pandemic has shut down much of our government, including Congress, but things are happening that could benefit the truckers keeping the cou...
Apr 08, 2020•49 min
LLN (4/6/20) – OOIDA has asked federal officials to take specific steps to help truckers do their jobs effectively during the COVID-19 outbreak. Also, two trucking research organizations have joined to study the effect of the coronavirus pandemic on the trucking industry. And OOIDA recently told federal officials that truckers are the solution to safety problems – and it turns out, they’re the solution to much of the pandemic problems as well. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Studying effect of COVID-19 ...
Apr 07, 2020•48 min
LLN (4/3/20) – Federal officials seem to agree another stimulus bill is needed, but what kind of bill, and what kind of stimulus? Also, from a 13-year-old who has stepped up to keep truckers fed during the crisis to a hotel offering truckers free rooms, we’ll offer up some Roses and Razzberries. And Jon Osburn is spreading some messages, including: Throw out your trash properly, keep washing those hands, and be kind to truck stop and restaurant workers. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Roses and Razzberr...
Apr 04, 2020•48 min
LLN (4/2/20) – FMCSA has some advice if you’re hauling freight into cities or states where officials have restricted travel – plus some information on small business aid. Also, Maine voters will get their chance to decide on $105 million in transportation bonds. And one trucker stepped up recently to let his U.S. representative know what challenges truckers face right now moving America’s freight during the crisis. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Advice for hauling in restricted areas. 24:05 – Maine roa...
Apr 03, 2020•48 min
LLN (4/1/20) – Freight and rates are up, but a drop in rates could be coming soon. Also, how do you take a modern truck and make it look cool and retro? Well, it turns out a lot of options are available. And the second stimulus bill – meant to deal with the COVID-19 crisis – has been signed by the president and is now law. We’ll explain how it could affect you. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Going retro. 24:05 – Rates are up – enjoy it while it lasts. 38:33 – How does the second stimulus affect you?...
Apr 02, 2020•48 min
LLN (3/31/20) – Both the president and some congressional leaders want to include a large infrastructure plan in the next planned COVID-19 relief bill. Also, we’ll hear what one trucker interviewed by “60 Minutes” thought of the program’s report on driverless trucks. Meanwhile, Gaynell Williams tells us about offering free baked goods to truckers traveling Interstate 49. And an Idaho effort to increase the sales tax to help roads has failed, while Colorado lawmakers are still toying with a highe...
Apr 01, 2020•48 min
LLN (3/30/20) – Truckers continue to send questions about how to deal with the COVID-19 crisis, and OOIDA continues to send out answers. We’ll go over some of the more common ones. Also, filing income taxes is normally unpleasant, but the coronavirus situation is making this year especially messy. We’ll offer some advice. And towing and cleanup after a crash can be expensive. Fortunately there’s a relatively inexpensive insurance coverage that can help. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Filing taxes in th...
Mar 31, 2020•48 min
LLN (3/27/20) – As the COVID-19 crisis develops, the government is taking action to make it easier for truckers to do their job, we’ll have the latest. Also, Jon Osburn has seen some restaurants and truck stops trying to help truck drivers, while truckers are going the extra mile to keep our country supplied. And the stimulus package that’s moving toward passage contains provisions that could help a lot of truckers weather the COVID-19 crisis. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Feds try to help truckers. 2...
Mar 28, 2020•48 min
LLN (3/26/20) – OOIDA is trying to make sure that problems truckers encounter during the COVID-19 crisis are solved – but the Association needs truckers’ help. Also, federal agencies are trying to keep up with truckers’ needs by issuing waivers, answering questions, requesting states to keep rest areas open and explaining how to do normally routine things. And Kansas may finally get some long-overdue paving done, while Alaska considers doubling its fuel tax. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Feds try to k...
Mar 27, 2020•48 min
LLN (3/25/20) – The COVID-19 outbreak is having a massive impact on freight and rates – and it’s not bad news. Also, the Senate’s emergency aid bill offers help to America’s small businesses. We’ll explain what that aid is, and how it might help truckers. Truckers need to take some basic steps to avoid being a victim of cargo theft during the COVID-19 crisis. And OOIDA member Su Schmerheim – one of the only female solo horse haulers in the country – has been honored by Women In Trucking. 0:00 – ...
Mar 26, 2020•48 min
LLN (3/23/20) – OOIDA has signed on to an effort to delay the annual CVSA Roadcheck in May because of COVID-19. Also, the coronavirus crisis has prompted states around the country to delay presidential primaries and other elections. We’ll discuss more of the pesky little violations truckers often face. And the FMCSA issues a waiver allowing truckers with expired CDLs to keep driving, and intrastate haulers face confusion about what applies to them during the crisis. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Pesky...
Mar 25, 2020•48 min
LLN (3/23/20) – A fast-food giant is taking steps to help truckers get meals while they’re hauling emergency supplies across the country. We’ll go over that and other federal, state and industry actions. Also, we’ll go over the resources OOIDA and Land Line have created to ensure truckers have all the information they need to operate during the pandemic. And truckers are calling OOIDA with practical questions about the COVID-19 crisis– things they have to know to continue to run. We’ll have the ...
Mar 24, 2020•48 min
LLN (2/20/20) – OOIDA is pushing the federal government again to solve some of the problems truckers face, such as parking. Also, Jon Osburn says truckers are having trouble finding basic supplies, such as food to keep themselves going during the crisis. And a controversial study is getting ready for another run at the statistics, but concerns about previous versions hang over the current effort. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Large Truck Crash Causation Study. 24:05 – Truckers ask, where do I eat? 38:...
Mar 21, 2020•48 min
LLN (3/19/20) – The FMCSA’s emergency declaration seems to change daily, even hourly. Meanwhile, truckers are asking how to deal with expiring CDLs and medical cards. We’ll have an update on those and other issues related to the coronavirus situation. Also, state legislatures across the country are taking action in response to the coronavirus outbreak – including shutting their doors. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Expiring CDLs, DOT physicals; emergency declarations. 24:05 – State legislatures shuttin...
Mar 20, 2020•48 min
