The National Academy of Sciences issued a report earlier this year detailing suggestions for improving the FMCSA’s safety measurement system. The Agency recently had a public meeting about that report. Terry Scruton talks about what went on in that meeting and the future of the CSA program with Jay Grimes of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office.
Freight and rates are surging based on the demand for hurricane relief loads. Terry Scruton talks with Peggy Dorf of DAT, a company that provides market information for owner operators, carriers, brokers and shippers.
Mark Reddig talked with three of the people in OOIDA’s Compliance Department – Lewie Pugh, Dale Watkins and Scott Grenerth – about problems truckers are having with FEMA and other disaster loads.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
Several trucking issues are moving on Capitol Hill, including measures dealing with human trafficking, ELDs and autonomous vehicles. Mark Reddig gets an update from Collin Long of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
Whatever the reason, more and more truckers – even many younger drivers – are showing up to clinics and leaving with a short-term medical card. So how do you prepare and get the longer-term card? Mark Reddig talks with Bob Perry of Rolling Strong.
An odd quirk in regulation has created problems for some car haulers, and OOIDA is asking the feds to fix it. Mark Reddig talks with the Association’s Director of Government Affairs, Mike Matousek.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
Hiring some drivers to work under your authority? Then you need to consider what it does to your insurance. Terry Scruton talks with Stacey Sanders and Trina McIntyre of OOIDA’s Truck Insurance Department.
The DOT and NHTSA have issued some federal guidelines dealing with autonomous vehicles. Terry Scruton finds out more from Jay Grimes of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
As everyone likely knows by now, an amendment to delay the ELD mandate by a year didn’t make it past the House in Congress. But, as Mary McKenna finds out from OOIDA executive vice president Todd Spencer, the association isn’t done with this issue by a long shot. Plus, she’ll talk with Gary Biller of the National Motorists Association about split speed limits.
Work continues at the Pennsylvania statehouse with multiple bills up for consideration to revise truck size and weight rules. And a new law in the state covers overweight truck permits during holiday periods. Terry Scruton finds out more from Land Line Magazine’s Keith Goble.
From a state trooper who is doing the right thing by truckers to a news service with a sensational anti-truck headline, Terry Scruton and Mary McKenna will tell you who in recent news has been good and who’s been bad with some Roses and Razzberries.
Enforcement cameras are getting another look in New Jersey. Pennsylvania lawmakers also are discussing the issue. Terry Scruton talks about the plans with Land Line Magazine’s Keith Goble.
From top to bottom, inside and out, Mary McKenna talks with OOIDA’s Spirit of the American Trucker captain Jon Osburn about the new OOIDA tour trailer. Find out where you can see it first. They’ll also discuss what you can still do to help fight the ELD mandate.
The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation held a hearing this week to discuss the future of autonomous trucks. Terry Scruton finds out more from Collin Long of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
Several amendments in the House appropriations bill could be good news for truckers on issues like speed limiters and tolls. Terry Scruton talks about those plus gets an update on the White House infrastructure plan and NAFTA with Jay Grimes of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office.
Irma made a mess of things in Florida and if you’re traveling there to deliver supplies or help out there are some things you need to know. Terry Scruton finds out more from OOIDA’s director of Security Operations Doug Morris.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
Hurricanes Harvey and Irma are causing some major changes in both freight and rates. Terry Scruton talks with Peggy Dorf of DAT, a company that provides market information for owner operators, carriers, brokers and shippers.
Both houses of Congress are taking a look at legislation that could affect the development of self-driving cars and trucks. Mark Reddig will discuss what they may do with Collin Long of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
Our daily newscast from Marcia Campbell’s "All Nighter" on WSM 650 AM, "The Legend," a clear-channel station out of Nashville, TN.
These days it seems like there’s a smart phone app for everything. Did you know there’s even one for your tires? Terry Scruton finds out more about it from Jose Martinez, digital solutions manager with Goodyear Tires.
From NAFTA and autonomous trucks to mileage pay and broker bonds, rarely have so many trucking issues been on the table. Mark Reddig gets an update from OOIDA Director of Government Affairs Mike Matousek.
Physical damage coverage isn’t something you’re legally required to carry. But it is probably a good idea to have it anyway to protect your property. Terry talks with Stacey Sanders and Trina McIntyre of OOIDA’s Truck Insurance Department.
It was a big week in Congress as a sizeable spending bill made it through the House. Terry Scruton has a wrap up of what it all means with Collin Long of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office.
