LLN (11/9/22) – It’s Day 3 of the OOIDA Truckers for Troops fund drive. All this week, we’re raising money to send care packages to U.S. troops overseas and supports efforts of the Veterans Community Project to end veteran homelessness. Also, we’re talking turkey during today’s Market Update with DAT. Stephen Petit has the latest on which markets to watch, as mid-November is a busy time for moving turkey and other poultry out of processing plants and on to retailers. And this week is OOIDA’s Tru...
Nov 10, 2022•51 min
LLN (11/8/22) – It’s Day 2 of the OOIDA Truckers for Troops fund drive. All this week, we’re raising money to send care packages to U.S. troops overseas and supports efforts of the Veterans Community Project to end veteran homelessness. Also, the IRS has found itself with a full wallet, and a lot of that cash could end up helping them taking a closer look at you. And truckers passing through Georgia could see a little savings at the pump a little longer thanks to action by the state’s governor. ...
Nov 09, 2022•51 min
LLN (11/7/22) – It’s Day 1 of the OOIDA Truckers for Troops Telethon, our annual effort to raise money to send care packages to U.S. troops overseas and support efforts of the Veterans Community Project to end veteran homelessness. Also, as part of our series marking OOIDA’s 50th anniversary, Ashley Blackford reports on where we're at in the fight for truckers to get paid overtime. And Tuesday is election day, and all 435 members of the U.S. House and one-third of the U.S. Senate will face the v...
Nov 08, 2022•51 min
LLN (11/4/22) – The spot market has been down, along with rates. But when you take a bigger view of the situation, it helps to build perspective about what’s going on. Andrew King of the OOIDA Foundation provides the perspective. Also, from some legends of trucking receiving a much-deserved honor, to another group of homeowners trying to prevent a truck stop from being built, SJ Munoz and Jami Jones will bring us some Roses and Razzberries. And we’ve all probably seen videos on YouTube or TicTok...
Nov 05, 2022•51 min
LLN (11/3/22) – OOIDA has stepped into a court case involving California and new emission standards. We’ll get the details on that – and an attempt to put truckers who fail to pay certain fees out-of-service. Also, hundreds of women are expected at this year’s Women in Trucking Conference coming up. we’ll have details on that, as well as a look at this month’s Land Line Magazine. And a new rule in Pennsylvania requires snow and ice to be removed from atop vehicles. And now, the state lawmaker re...
Nov 04, 2022•51 min
LLN (11/2/22) – News reports saying the U.S. has only 25 days’ worth of diesel fuel have some people in the trucking industry nervous. But Marty Ellis wonders if all that nervousness justified. Also, the people who are named TA Petro Citizen Driver award winners exemplify the best the trucking industry has to offer. We profile honorees Susie De Ridder and Doug Smith. Plus, OOIDA Executive Vice President Lewie Pugh visited Washington state to talk safety – but also ended up touching on trucking’s...
Nov 03, 2022•51 min
LLN (11/1/22) – When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, in one state, parking for those truckers was suddenly cut off. As part of our celebration of OOIDA’s 50th anniversary, we’ll look back at what the Association did to get that parking opened back up. Also, it’s vital to have your truck in good working order when you head out on the road, and the same applies for your health. We’ll focus on U.S. DOT physicals and what you can do to get your health in check with Stephen Kane of Rolling Strong. And ...
Nov 02, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/31/22) – How do you feel about the idea of putting unique electronic identification technology on your truck? Judging from what OOIDA is hearing from truckers, it’s not likely good. We’ll get an update. Also, it was another great year for Truck to Success. The annual instructional course put on by OOIDA taught people the ins and outs of becoming a successful owner operator. We’ll share what participants learned and how they're going to apply that to their career. And when it comes to lea...
Nov 01, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/28/220 – For the first time in a long time, diesel prices were the No. 1 overall concern affecting the trucking industry. That’s according to the American Transportation Research Institute’s Top Industry Issues report. ATRI’s President and COO Rebecca Brewster explains what else this year’s survey turned up. Also, there are several benefits to trucking with a pet, but finding pet friendly stops along your route can be a difficult task. We’ll talk with a professional about pet-friendly tr...
Oct 29, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/27/22) – The FMCSA says that next year it will issue a notice related to speed limiters. But what does that really mean? We’ll get a primer on how the process works and where we are from Jami Jones, managing editor of Land Line Magazine. Also, truck parking continues to be a major issue in the U.S., but some states are doing what they can to help. We’ll tell you about one state in the Midwest that's allowing truckers to park at scale houses. And county and local voters in two states face...
Oct 28, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/26/22) – It looks like more tricks than treats for the truckload freight market right now. Stephen Petit of DAT says load postings and rates are down across the board. He explains what’s driving things down but also tells us which markets and lanes are providing truckers with opportunities. Also, some truckers are expressing confusion and concerns about standard drug testing required in the industry. We’ll find out what’s happening and get a primer on what is required. And Marty Ellis is...
Oct 27, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/25/22) – 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 induct...
Oct 26, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/24/22) – A proposed mandate of electronic ID technology has the trucking community buzzing about government overreach and privacy concerns. OOIDA remains on the offensive on broker abuse, cross-border COVID-19 measures and truck parking. Plus, breaking down a worker classification proposal, a personal conveyance request denied, and a bill that would strip some entry-level driver training rules. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:41 – OOIDA in the News. 24:34 – Land Line News Roundtable. 39:28 – Electron...
Oct 25, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/21/22) – What is FMCSA going to do about speed limiters? Will we see enforcement of broker transparency? What about hours of service and truck parking, or ELD mandates? In a wide-ranging interview, FMCSA Administrator Robin Hutcheson joins Land Line Now’s Scott Thompson and Mark Schremmer of Land Line Magazine to answer questions about those topics and more. Also, when electronic logging devices were being discussed – before they were required – many of the concerns centered on hacking. ...
Oct 22, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/20/22) – The Federal Highway Administration has proposed requiring state and local agencies to set targets to lower carbon dioxide emissions. And that has raised concerns at an organization that represents highway users. Also, a century-old bridge that was once a prominent crossing from the U.S. into Canada for truck drivers has since caused a huge detour. We’ll hear from the Maine DOT about the weight restrictions and an update on construction of the new bridge. And a new law in Califor...
Oct 21, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/19/22) – Tom Kloza, co-founder of the Oil Price Information Service, joins us to talk about what’s pushing diesel prices up again, why we may get some relief later this year, and what could send prices into the stratosphere as we turn the calendar into 2023. Also, a change in season and temperature means a shift from where carriers and brokers move loads of fruits and vegetables. Dean Croke of DAT talks about what he’s seeing in the spot market at the moment. Finally, Marty Ellis is hear...
Oct 20, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/18/22) – Winter is slowly making its way into the weather, and that means you need to have your truck ready. We’ll get some advice from Bryan Martin, the boss man at Joplin, Mo.’s Chrome Shop Mafia. Also, when you’re running your own trucking business, one reality seems to outweigh all others – and that is paperwork. From IFTA and IRP to weight distance permits and biennial updates, it can dominate your life. We’ll offer some advice. And New Jersey officials are criticizing what they cal...
Oct 19, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/17/22) – The COVID waiver in place for the past two and a half years is coming to an end. We’ll discuss that – and take a look ahead at the upcoming midterm election. Also, OOIDA’s president and its chief operating officer discuss what the Association has done over the years in the fight against ELDs. And whether you’re hauling cars, logs, or mobile homes, getting insurance for special operations can be a bit more difficult. Trina Skywalker of OOIDA’s Truck Insurance Department explains ...
Oct 18, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/14/22) – Of the countless regulations truck drivers have to follow, how many have a documented, significant impact on safety? That’s one of many takeaways from the American Transportation Research Institute’s latest research on truck crashes. Also, U.S. DOT is tracking what kinds of problems show up in inspection reports over time, and seeing what sort of factors are linked in some way to crashes. And they’re adjusting their enforcement work based on what they’re seeing. And a lot of wha...
Oct 15, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/13/22) – The FMCSA will propose a speed limiter requirement next year, and the Department of Labor has proposed new standards to determine who is an employee and who is an independent contractor. Also, clearing up some misconceptions and misunderstandings when it comes to factoring is the subject of OOIDA’s latest educational video. And Georgia’s fuel tax holiday will continue for at least another month after action by the state’s governor. Meanwhile, a proposal in Colorado would potenti...
Oct 14, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/12/22) – A rise in demand for van truckload services at intermodal hubs could be on the way. Stephen Petit of DAT discusses a potential rail strike, and what that could mean for the spot market. Also, coordinating relief efforts following a disaster is a tall task, especially in logistics. The American Logistics Aid Network’s executive director, Kathy Fulton, tells us what that looks like right now in Florida following Hurricane Ian. And Marty Ellis has just finished up at a truck show t...
Oct 13, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/11/22) – We’ll cover several problem areas between truckers and brokers, including tracking apps, non-payment and difficulties filing on brokers’ bonds. Also, today we begin a yearlong project we call 50 on 50 – 50 significant events and issues from OOIDA’s history. We begin by discussing the fuel surcharge with OOIDA President and CEO Todd Spencer and the Association’s chief operating officer, Rod Nofziger. And a new law in Delaware imposes hefty fines for illegally parking in residenti...
Oct 12, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/10/22) – The effort to help Florida recover from Hurricane Ian is well under way, and many truckers are eager to do their part. However, you should be aware of a few cautions before you sign on for anything. Also, OOIDA Executive Vice President Lewie Pugh talks about his background in the industry and his passion for those behind the wheel. And a picture taken by an OOIDA member is the cover of this month’s magazine. We’ll find out the story behind the cover, and how it inspired an artic...
Oct 11, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/7/22) – When disasters strike, truckers are among the first on the ground helping wherever and however they can – and such is the case right now in Florida in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. From Highway Angels who stepped up when no one else did to driver-focused cameras and everything in between, we hand out Roses and Razzberries to those who’ve earned them. And finally, some sound, simple health advice for truckers. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:41 – Hurricane Ian recovery in Florida. 24:34 – Ro...
Oct 08, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/6/22) – The Medical Review Board will host a public meeting in a couple of weeks to discuss how the length of medical certification affects safety. Collin Long of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office discusses that and more. Also, truck show season is winding down, but there are still a few on the scheduled for October and November. We’ll bring you the details of upcoming shows, including a few that are just starting out. And the governor of Massachusetts has sent a transportation safety bil...
Oct 07, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/5/22) – Even though your instinct is to help the people of Florida affected by Hurricane Ian, there are some things you should know first. Also, new developments at a recent National Coalition of Truck Parking suggest we’ve never been closer to getting something real done on the national level. Rates into Florida are increasing. We’ll get the latest on how the effects from Hurricane Ian are affecting the freight market from Stephen Petit of DAT. And Marty Ellis is talking with truck driv...
Oct 06, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/4/22) – In trucking, agricultural loads often have different rules than other loads. But that doesn’t mean that enforcement officers know that. Also, leaving the scene of an accident, even a minor one, can have a big effect on your CDL. We’ll cover that – as well as the legal steps you need to take to protect yourself if you do get into an accident – with Jeff McConnell and James Mennella of Road Law. And New Jersey truckers and other motorists are getting a little relief at the pump, an...
Oct 05, 2022•51 min
LLN (10/3/22) – Law enforcement isn't the only thing you need to be on the lookout for on the road. Now, many cameras are being placed along highways to ensure motorists are buckling up and paying attention. Also, the MCS-90 is something that eventually any trucking operation has to deal with. We’ll hear from Trina Skywalker and Trista Roby of OOIDA’s Truck Insurance Department about this form and how it affects you. And Congress has again kicked the can down the road on federal spending. So wha...
Oct 04, 2022•51 min
LLN (9/30/22) – People and groups fighting against tolling nationwide have enjoyed some wins in recent months. From victories in Rhode Island and Pennsylvania to a burgeoning battle in Oregon, Shawn Day of the Alliance for Toll-Free Interstates fills us in on the latest developments. Also, broker transparency is a big problem. OOIDA wants to make sure FMCSA is going to do something about it. We cover the latest on that with Jami Jones and Mark Schremmer of Land Line Magazine. And how much does y...
Oct 01, 2022•50 min
LLN (9/29/22) – OOIDA is asking the FMCSA to respond to a petition from more than two years ago regarding broker transparency, a fee paid by hazmat haulers may be increasing, and FMCSA may require trucks to have electronic identification technology onboard. Also, a program in Wisconsin is encouraging refugees to consider a career in trucking. We’ll speak with the director of truck driving programs at Fox Valley Technical College about this new training opportunity. And we’re only a few weeks awa...
Sep 30, 2022•50 min
