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Researchers at the University of Connecticut are looking to go beyond state lines in hopes of sparking investment in parking expansion. Also, another successful SuperRigs is in the books – and this year's winner says he went just to have fun, because it was in his own backyard. And New York has delayed its congestion pricing plan, so what does that decision mean for other cities that were consider...

A new law in Colorado is going to change the state’s chain laws and will look at adding chain-up areas, parking options in some high-impact locations, left lane restrictions and more. We’ll go over what’s happening and why it’s important with Greg Fulton of the Colorado Motor Carriers Association. And we’ll discuss a lawsuit over a truck ban in the commercial areas of the town of Vail, Colo. – and...

Many truckers do their own maintenance. Either way, it’s a good idea to have some tools with you. Bryan Martin of the Chrome Shop Mafia covers the top five. Also, the discussion over a possible side underride guard requirement will now go into next year – with the group discussing it severely divided. And OOIDA tour truck driver Marty Ellis recently saw a disturbing situation involving a truck par...

Now that New York City’s congestion pricing is on hold, will it move forward, and when? And what will happen regarding lawsuits over the plan? Also, a safety group is shining a light on the importance of non-commercial drivers securing their loads. We speak with the woman who started Secure Your Load Day. And Louisiana lawmakers are taking a look at changes to rules for truck owners’ liability and...

One challenge of electric trucks is keeping them charged. But what if you could charge while driving? Two researchers are looking into it. Also, how big are nuclear verdicts getting, and what is the impact on owner-operators? Phil Singer of Marathon Strategies joins us to discuss recent research on the topic, and Travis Ginest of OOIDA talks about the impact on owner-operators. 0:00 – Newscast  10...

New Jersey’s Department of Transportation is looking for truckers’ feedback about the state’s parking situation, with an eye toward addressing the shortage. Also, what kind of amenities are you looking for at truck stops? The folks at TruckerPath were curious about that, so they conducted a survey. We’ll discuss the results. Then, not many changes are showing up on the spot market, and it appears...

FMCSA is taking notice – and potentially taking action – to address predatory towing, starting with a meeting later this month. Also, the Road Angel Truckers Center offers a safe haven to drivers traveling through Illinois. We speak with the director of the center about what it offers. And the Land Line Magazine staff takes a deep dive into hacking ELDs and the dangers of driverless trucks. 0:00 –...

For several decades now, Doyle Archer has mostly gone by one title, professional truck driver. But now, he can add a new one. Guinness World Records recently confirmed him as the world’s oldest active professional truck driver. The 90-year-old trucker shares a lifetime of trucking stories with us. Then Marty Ellis, the man who drives the OOIDA tour truck, tells us about his recent travels, along w...

The 42nd annual SuperRigs is underway in Texas. We speak with an organizer about the event and one of the judges about what's in store. Plus, new details into FMCSA’s plans to streamline its online registration system and stifle fraudsters in the process. And finally, we’ll take a trip to Colorado, where the governor just signed a bill into law that puts several new restrictions on truckers in pla...

Lower freight volumes and lower spot rates have been the norm for several months now – but are better times right around the corner? Owner-operators who took part in a new survey seem to think so. Then, breaking down the implications of moving from one state to another on your commercial driver’s license. And finally, June is a busy month for spot freight. We'll have the latest numbers on load-pos...

Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers explains his involvement in two separate lawsuits against the EPA and California Air Resources Board over their strict new emission rules. Then, two younger OOIDA board members talk about the importance of being politically active in the trucking industry. And finally, a preview of the next two meetings of the Truck Leasing Task Force. 0:00 – Newscast  10:34...

The filing season for the Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax, Form 2290, is officially open. We’ll have a refresher on what you need to know. Also, a hot temper on the side of the road could have a lasting effect if your behavior is noted on a traffic ticket. We speak with the guys at Road Law about keeping your cool. And Jake Elovirta, CVSA’s Director of Enforcement Programs, joins us to give you an i...

A new fuel called hydrotreated vegetable oil is different from biodiesel and similar to traditional diesel. Also, filing season for Form 2290 is underway. And our roundtable discusses a new piece of legislation that would give the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration some muscle when it comes to dealing with fraudsters and legal action against the Environmental Protection Agency’s emission...

Bryce Mongeon of OOIDA explains how a measure in the U.S. House would give the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration more power to crack down on fraudsters. Also, what are the actual figures regarding underride crashes involving large trucks? OOIDA’s Jay Grimes offers an update on the debate. And OOIDA’s advocacy counsel, Paul Torlina, discusses broker-carrier agreements. Then, OOIDA tour tr...

Andrew King of the OOIDA Foundation joins the show to talk about the feasibility – or lack thereof – of the EPA’s truck emission ambitions. Also, the Kansas Turnpike is going completely cashless July 1 – and it should make life easier for truckers on the road. And Brent Hutto at Truckstop breaks down the effect of CVSA’s International Roadcheck on the spot market. 0:00 – Newscast  10:23 – Is the m...

Cargo theft is a growing problem. We’ll explore how bad the problem has become and what truckers can do to avoid becoming a victim. Also, what do you do when you get a notice in the mail with a return address of “IRS”? We’ll get some advice from Shasta May of MBA Tax and Bookkeeping Service. And a law in Georgia that allowed people to sue a trucker’s insurance company directly is now off the books...

Shailen Bhatt, administrator of the Federal Highway Administration, discusses a $148 million round of grants aimed at reducing emission from large trucks at ports. Also, OOIDA advises everyone to avoid lease-purchase agreements at all costs, but some might wonder why. We'll take a look. And FMCSA has made some changes to the pilot program designed to bring drivers under 21 years of age into the in...

Ryder has a new report that lays out the cost of transitioning from diesel to electric trucks, not only for Ryder itself but also for the greater economy. Then, Terry Wells joined the U.S. Navy at his mother’s urging – but later decided he wanted to pursue a career in trucking. Now, his carrier has purchased a truck for him that honors his military service. 0:00 – Newscast  10:22 – Ryder says tran...

The new rule on broker financial responsibility is final – something that has significant impact on truckers who interact with brokers. Also, an OOIDA board member had the honor of hauling the Wall That Heals recently. We speak with him about how, despite this being his third time, it's still one of the most memorable loads he's ever taken. And Marty Ellis is hearing from truckers about some prett...

The first four months of this year have been a challenge, but DAT expects to see the effects of seasonality on freight volumes and rates. Also, an OOIDA life member says it was his faith and trucking that brought him out of homelessness. We speak with Tim Guest, who shares his story of how losing everything led to a fulfilling life. And a hot temper on the side of the road could have a lasting eff...

Roadcheck isn’t the only safety blitz this year; Operation Safe Driver is also coming up. Jake Elovirta of CVSA will be with us to give you an idea of what you can expect. Also, the winner of this year’s Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award joins the program to discuss his life, his military experience and his post-military career. And the Ohio Turnpike is setting up a cashless system...

Inspectors will fan out across the country to do Level 1 inspections on trucks – including focuses on drugs and tractor protection systems. Also, a trucker discusses his upcoming trip to haul the Wall That Heals, a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. And several states are considering or have passed changes to rules that govern automated cameras meant to enforce either red lights or speed li...

Our series commemorating Military Appreciation Month continues with an Army veteran/former truck driver who’s getting back on his feet thanks to the Veterans Community Project. Then, from admonishments in Congress to eyebrow-raising cost analysis from a well-known trucking company and more, the aggressive push to electrify the trucking industry is getting more attention and quite a bit more pushba...

FMCSA is undertaking a project to alert the general public about sharing the road with large trucks. OOIDA’s Jay Grimes has the details. Also, Norita Taylor and Nikki Johnson of OOIDA discuss the Association’s work to help support U.S. troops overseas and at home. And ELDs have long been unpopular – due in part to their inflexibility. Marty Ellis says some truckers are trying to cope in a not-so-p...

The Veterans Community Project is unique among similar programs. It doesn’t just allow dogs into its communities – it welcomes them. Also, Andrew King of the OOIDA Foundation tells us about the importance of creating a business plan and how people can avoid being part of the 50% of businesses that fail by their fifth year. And spot freight volume increased 2.6% week over week. We'll have the lates...