A bill that would prevent a regulation to require speed limiters is now in the U.S. Senate. We’ll discuss the bill, the background and what it all means with Collin Long of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office. Also, every year dozens of truck drivers volunteer to haul a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial that honors the men and women who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. We’ll hear from one about his experience. And earlier today, news broke that Yellow Freight was filing for bankruptcy. It’s a significant development for the company and for trucking overall. We’ll get some history of how we got to this point and a rundown of where we are now. 0:00 – Newscast 09:55 – Senate bill would prevent speed limiter regulation 24:24 – Hauling the Wall that Heals 39:07 – Analysis: Yellow files for bankruptcy

A bill that would prevent a regulation to require speed limiters is now in the U.S. Senate. We’ll discuss the bill, the background and what it all means with Collin Long of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office. Also, every year dozens of truck drivers volunteer to haul a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial that honors the men and women who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. We’ll hear from one about his experience. And earlier today, news broke that Yellow Freight was filing for bankruptcy. It’s a significant development for the company and for trucking overall. We’ll get some history of how we got to this point and a rundown of where we are now. 0:00 – Newscast 09:55 – Senate bill would prevent speed limiter regulation 24:24 – Hauling the Wall that Heals 39:07 – Analysis: Yellow files for bankruptcy

Land Line Now, July 31, 2023

It’s good news, bad news when it comes to the spot market. The bad news: it appears we’ve finally hit bottom when it comes to rates and load posts. But the good news is that there’s only one way to go, and that’s up. Also, it's been a busy week in the news, with information breaking about automatic emergency braking, a new DOT number scam, Julie Su’s nomination to be labor secretary and more. And a tentative deal for one company, and talk of filing for bankruptcy for another. We’ll speak with DAT's Chief of Analytics about the current status of UPS and Yellow, and how it's all impacting the freight market. 0:00 – Newscast 09:55 – Spot market: The only way to go is up 24:24 – News roundup: AEBs, new scam and more 39:07 – How are UPS and Yellow affecting the freight market?

It’s good news, bad news when it comes to the spot market. The bad news: it appears we’ve finally hit bottom when it comes to rates and load posts. But the good news is that there’s only one way to go, and that’s up. Also, it's been a busy week in the news, with information breaking about automatic emergency braking, a new DOT number scam, Julie Su’s nomination to be labor secretary and more. And a tentative deal for one company, and talk of filing for bankruptcy for another. We’ll speak with DAT's Chief of Analytics about the current status of UPS and Yellow, and how it's all impacting the freight market. 0:00 – Newscast 09:55 – Spot market: The only way to go is up 24:24 – News roundup: AEBs, new scam and more 39:07 – How are UPS and Yellow affecting the freight market?

Land Line Now, July 28, 2023

You may not know trucker Josh Gentry by name, but you probably know his father's. Teddy Gentry is one of the founding members of Alabama. They’re back on tour this year and Josh is along for the ride. Ryan Witkowski of Land Line Magazine recently spoke with Josh about what it’s like to have a world-famous dad, his love of trucking and what he's learned by working with his father.

You may not know trucker Josh Gentry by name, but you probably know his father's. Teddy Gentry is one of the founding members of Alabama. They’re back on tour this year and Josh is along for the ride. Ryan Witkowski of Land Line Magazine recently spoke with Josh about what it’s like to have a world-famous dad, his love of trucking and what he's learned by working with his father.

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A recent survey found 50% of professional truck drivers travel with their pet. We’ll speak with the man behind the survey about the numbers and the benefits of having a furry friend riding shotgun. Also, the Women of Trucking Advisory Board is about to meet again, and some important topics are on the agenda. Meanwhile, FMCSA has removed more devices from the list of approved electronic logging devices. And you may not know trucker Josh Gentry by name, but you probably know his father’s. Teddy Gentry is one of the founding members of Alabama. They’re back on tour this year, and Josh is along for the ride, driving the band’s truck. 0:00 – Newscast  09:55 – Driving with a pet? You’re not alone 24:24 – Women of Trucking board to meet 39:07 – Trucker hauls for famous father

A recent survey found 50% of professional truck drivers travel with their pet. We’ll speak with the man behind the survey about the numbers and the benefits of having a furry friend riding shotgun. Also, the Women of Trucking Advisory Board is about to meet again, and some important topics are on the agenda. Meanwhile, FMCSA has removed more devices from the list of approved electronic logging devices. And you may not know trucker Josh Gentry by name, but you probably know his father’s. Teddy Gentry is one of the founding members of Alabama. They’re back on tour this year, and Josh is along for the ride, driving the band’s truck. 0:00 – Newscast  09:55 – Driving with a pet? You’re not alone 24:24 – Women of Trucking board to meet 39:07 – Trucker hauls for famous father

Land Line Now, July 27, 2023

How long will the ongoing freight recession last? Jason Miller of Michigan State University doesn’t know – but he’s got a pretty good guess. We’ll ask Professor Miller about that, the strike that was averted at UPS and Yellow’s ongoing troubles, among other topics within the supply chain. Also, by now, you’re probably familiar with the term “nuclear verdict.” The fact is, they’ve been a problem for a while in trucking. Now, some are taking a closer look at the problem. And OOIDA has many tools it uses to influence what happens in Washington, D.C., on behalf of truckers. One of those is its PAC. 0:00 – Newscast  09:55 – How long will the freight recession last? 24:24 – Study looks at nuclear verdicts in trucking 39:07 – What is a PAC, and what does it do?

How long will the ongoing freight recession last? Jason Miller of Michigan State University doesn’t know – but he’s got a pretty good guess. We’ll ask Professor Miller about that, the strike that was averted at UPS and Yellow’s ongoing troubles, among other topics within the supply chain. Also, by now, you’re probably familiar with the term “nuclear verdict.” The fact is, they’ve been a problem for a while in trucking. Now, some are taking a closer look at the problem. And OOIDA has many tools it uses to influence what happens in Washington, D.C., on behalf of truckers. One of those is its PAC. 0:00 – Newscast  09:55 – How long will the freight recession last? 24:24 – Study looks at nuclear verdicts in trucking 39:07 – What is a PAC, and what does it do?

Land Line Now, July 26, 2023

Scams are rapidly becoming a nearly daily feature of trucking, and it’s getting harder all the time to avoid them. The latest one has the potential to ruin any trucking businesses that fall prey. Also, what should you do when you get a ticket? What are some of the reasons you might want to take that ticket to court? Many truckers will face this situation. How you handle it can have an impact on everything going forward. And a new law in Washington state that is designed to guarantee truckers access to bathrooms at facilities they visit has taken effect. Meanwhile, new move-over rules enacted in states across the country are taking effect as well. 0:00 – Newscast  09:55 – Latest scam has the potential to ruin trucking businesses 24:24 – Handling the situation when you get a ticket 39:07 – Bathroom access law in effect in Washington state

Scams are rapidly becoming a nearly daily feature of trucking, and it’s getting harder all the time to avoid them. The latest one has the potential to ruin any trucking businesses that fall prey. Also, what should you do when you get a ticket? What are some of the reasons you might want to take that ticket to court? Many truckers will face this situation. How you handle it can have an impact on everything going forward. And a new law in Washington state that is designed to guarantee truckers access to bathrooms at facilities they visit has taken effect. Meanwhile, new move-over rules enacted in states across the country are taking effect as well. 0:00 – Newscast  09:55 – Latest scam has the potential to ruin trucking businesses 24:24 – Handling the situation when you get a ticket 39:07 – Bathroom access law in effect in Washington state

Land Line Now, July 25, 2023

The government is moving forward with a proposed rule to require automatic emergency braking, or AEB, in trucks. OOIDA has some very real concerns about that. We’ll get an update from Bryce Mongeon of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office. Also, when it comes to fixing the truck parking crisis, all ideas are on the table, including one that would turn old drive-in theaters into safe spots for trucks to park. And as the EPA pushes strict new emission standards, a new report found that a majority of heavy trucks on the road are already near zero-emission levels. 0:00 – Newscast 09:55 – Turning old drive-ins into new parking 24:24 – Report: Many trucks already near zero emission 39:07 – OOIDA notes problems with AEB plan

The government is moving forward with a proposed rule to require automatic emergency braking, or AEB, in trucks. OOIDA has some very real concerns about that. We’ll get an update from Bryce Mongeon of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office. Also, when it comes to fixing the truck parking crisis, all ideas are on the table, including one that would turn old drive-in theaters into safe spots for trucks to park. And as the EPA pushes strict new emission standards, a new report found that a majority of heavy trucks on the road are already near zero-emission levels. 0:00 – Newscast 09:55 – Turning old drive-ins into new parking 24:24 – Report: Many trucks already near zero emission 39:07 – OOIDA notes problems with AEB plan

Land Line Now, July 24, 2023

Congress actually went to bat for truckers this week. From setting up a roadblock on FMCSA’s plans for a speed limiter rule to a letter questioning the EPA’s strict emission rules and more, our Land Line roundtable rounds up the big stories of the week. Then, a recent report by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has some significant implications for trucking. The Utah DOT is educating the public about how to share the road with big trucks. And finally, without OOIDA, roadside drug testing might be the norm right now. 0:00 – Newscast 09:55 – Opposition to speed limiters, EPA emission rules and Julie Su 24:24 – CFPB report and Utah’s Truck Smart campaign 39:18 – Roadside drug testing

Congress actually went to bat for truckers this week. From setting up a roadblock on FMCSA’s plans for a speed limiter rule to a letter questioning the EPA’s strict emission rules and more, our Land Line roundtable rounds up the big stories of the week. Then, a recent report by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has some significant implications for trucking. The Utah DOT is educating the public about how to share the road with big trucks. And finally, without OOIDA, roadside drug testing might be the norm right now. 0:00 – Newscast 09:55 – Opposition to speed limiters, EPA emission rules and Julie Su 24:24 – CFPB report and Utah’s Truck Smart campaign 39:18 – Roadside drug testing

Land Line Now, July 21, 2023

OOIDA is speaking out on a proposal to require side underride guards on trucks. Meanwhile, a portion of a transportation spending bill is designed to address the recent push for speed limiters. And we're taking a walk down memory lane, or more specifically, to the Monfort Lane. We’ll speak with a couple of drivers who say driving for Monfort was the best time in their life. 0:00 – Newscast 09:55 – OOIDA speaks against side underride guards 24:24 – A trip down the Monfort Lane

OOIDA is speaking out on a proposal to require side underride guards on trucks. Meanwhile, a portion of a transportation spending bill is designed to address the recent push for speed limiters. And we're taking a walk down memory lane, or more specifically, to the Monfort Lane. We’ll speak with a couple of drivers who say driving for Monfort was the best time in their life. 0:00 – Newscast 09:55 – OOIDA speaks against side underride guards 24:24 – A trip down the Monfort Lane

Land Line Now, July 20, 2023

Each month, the U.S. government releases its jobs report – and each month, we report on how many trucking jobs were lost or gained. But what does that mean for the trucking industry at-large? And more importantly, what do all those numbers mean for you and your livelihood? Also, a truck driver in New York is being applauded after he maneuvered his truck to stop a fleeing suspect in the shooting of a state trooper. And the spot market is starting to heat up. Land Line Now's Ashley Blackford has the latest numbers from Robert Rouse of DAT in today's Market update. 0:00 – Newscast 09:55 – What do those job numbers mean to you? 24:24 – Trucker helps nab fleeing suspect 39:07 – Good news in the spot market

Each month, the U.S. government releases its jobs report – and each month, we report on how many trucking jobs were lost or gained. But what does that mean for the trucking industry at-large? And more importantly, what do all those numbers mean for you and your livelihood? Also, a truck driver in New York is being applauded after he maneuvered his truck to stop a fleeing suspect in the shooting of a state trooper. And the spot market is starting to heat up. Land Line Now's Ashley Blackford has the latest numbers from Robert Rouse of DAT in today's Market update. 0:00 – Newscast 09:55 – What do those job numbers mean to you? 24:24 – Trucker helps nab fleeing suspect 39:07 – Good news in the spot market

Land Line Now, July 19, 2023

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LLN (2/26/19) – The FMCSA’s Ray Martinez said publicly that the agency is moving forward with Hours of Service reform. Also: A Louisiana carrier has turned a truck into a tribute to fallen police officers. Meanwhile, OOIDA asks Missouri lawmakers to curb outrageous towing bills. Uber Freight is giving truckers the chance to rate shippers. And FMCSA wants your comments on an hours of service exemption request. 0:00-9:41 – Newscast 9:41-24:25 – Tribute truck; Uber Freight ratings 24:25-39:22 – Mo. Towing reform; HOS exemption request 39:22-49:08 – FMCSA moving on Hours of Service reform

LLN (2/26/19) – The FMCSA’s Ray Martinez said publicly that the agency is moving forward with Hours of Service reform. Also: A Louisiana carrier has turned a truck into a tribute to fallen police officers. Meanwhile, OOIDA asks Missouri lawmakers to curb outrageous towing bills. Uber Freight is giving truckers the chance to rate shippers. And FMCSA wants your comments on an hours of service exemption request. 0:00-9:41 – Newscast 9:41-24:25 – Tribute truck; Uber Freight ratings 24:25-39:22 – Mo. Towing reform; HOS exemption request 39:22-49:08 – FMCSA moving on Hours of Service reform

Hours of Service reform to move forward 

LLN (10/2/19) – The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says truckers should not be afraid of losing their jobs to autonomous technology for some time. A boost in freight volumes closed out the quarter, creating some momentum moving ahead. A bill in Congress could put many owner-operators out of business. The price of diesel is 25 cents lower than one year ago. And, FMCSA has issued a new rules on hazmat background checks. But did they solve the problems? 0:00-10:10 – Newscast. 10:10-24:14 – Feds says truckers shouldn’t be worried yet about automation. 24:14-38:43 – Freight volumes up; insurance bill; diesel prices. 38:43-48:22 – New rule on hazmat background checks.

LLN (10/2/19) – The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics says truckers should not be afraid of losing their jobs to autonomous technology for some time. A boost in freight volumes closed out the quarter, creating some momentum moving ahead. A bill in Congress could put many owner-operators out of business. The price of diesel is 25 cents lower than one year ago. And, FMCSA has issued a new rules on hazmat background checks. But did they solve the problems? 0:00-10:10 – Newscast. 10:10-24:14 – Feds says truckers shouldn’t be worried yet about automation. 24:14-38:43 – Freight volumes up; insurance bill; diesel prices. 38:43-48:22 – New rule on hazmat background checks.

Robots won't take over any time soon

Getting the details right matters – especially on your federal taxes. We’ll have that, plus: California voters put transportation revenue into a lockbox; the San Francisco Bay area votes to raise tolls; a new Missouri law will block many roadside inspections; and the issues that keep cropping up on Capitol Hill. 0:00 – 9:56 – Newscast 9:56 – 24:45 – Get the details right on your taxes 24:45 – 39:37 – California highway tax lockbox; higher tolls in Bay Area 39:37 – 49:47 – Unsafe roadside inspections get the boot from Mo.

Getting the details right matters – especially on your federal taxes. We’ll have that, plus: California voters put transportation revenue into a lockbox; the San Francisco Bay area votes to raise tolls; a new Missouri law will block many roadside inspections; and the issues that keep cropping up on Capitol Hill. 0:00 – 9:56 – Newscast 9:56 – 24:45 – Get the details right on your taxes 24:45 – 39:37 – California highway tax lockbox; higher tolls in Bay Area 39:37 – 49:47 – Unsafe roadside inspections get the boot from Mo.

LLN (6/12/18) – Details matter with your taxes

Senators are taking a look at how we’re going to pay for highways moving forward. We’ll have that, plus: an effort in Nevada would allow truckers to show registration and their license on their smart phone; an effort to end a fee for truckers in Pennsylvania; and Senate action on automated vehicles. 0:00 – 10:11 – Newscast 10:11 – 24:55 – How to pay for highways 24:55 – 39:51 – Nevada smart phone license; ending a fee in Pa. 39:51 – 49:39 – Senate action on automated vehicles

Senators are taking a look at how we’re going to pay for highways moving forward. We’ll have that, plus: an effort in Nevada would allow truckers to show registration and their license on their smart phone; an effort to end a fee for truckers in Pennsylvania; and Senate action on automated vehicles. 0:00 – 10:11 – Newscast 10:11 – 24:55 – How to pay for highways 24:55 – 39:51 – Nevada smart phone license; ending a fee in Pa. 39:51 – 49:39 – Senate action on automated vehicles

LLN (12/4/18) – How to pay for highways

LLN (3/6/20) – A truck-only VMT tax to pay for roads is dead on arrival, according to the chairman of the Senate Finance Committee; we’ll explain the part that OOIDA and truckers played. Also: From a website that blames truckers for a pickup’s actions to a brand-new mom who saved a trucker, we’ll offer up some Roses and Razzberries. And Jon Osburn has heard quite a bit lately about rates, fracking, lumpers and parking. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Roses and Razzberries. 24:05 – Rates, fracking, lumpers and parking. 38:33 – Senator puts kibosh on truck-only tax.

LLN (3/6/20) – A truck-only VMT tax to pay for roads is dead on arrival, according to the chairman of the Senate Finance Committee; we’ll explain the part that OOIDA and truckers played. Also: From a website that blames truckers for a pickup’s actions to a brand-new mom who saved a trucker, we’ll offer up some Roses and Razzberries. And Jon Osburn has heard quite a bit lately about rates, fracking, lumpers and parking. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:44 – Roses and Razzberries. 24:05 – Rates, fracking, lumpers and parking. 38:33 – Senator puts kibosh on truck-only tax.

Senator: Truck-only VMT tax is DOA

The U.S. DOT has added a number of opioid medications to the list of those truckers are tested for. We’ll have that, plus: changing rules for left lane use; upcoming truck shows; fixing problems with TWIC; and an update on Roadcheck. 0:00 – 9:56 – Newscast 9:56 – 24:06 – Opioids added to trucker drug tests 24:06 – 38:57 – Keeping slow pokes out of the left lane 38:57 – 49:10 – Fixing the TWIC; Roadcheck

The U.S. DOT has added a number of opioid medications to the list of those truckers are tested for. We’ll have that, plus: changing rules for left lane use; upcoming truck shows; fixing problems with TWIC; and an update on Roadcheck. 0:00 – 9:56 – Newscast 9:56 – 24:06 – Opioids added to trucker drug tests 24:06 – 38:57 – Keeping slow pokes out of the left lane 38:57 – 49:10 – Fixing the TWIC; Roadcheck

LLN (6/7/18) – More drugs in truckers’ tests

From passers-by who saved a truckers’ life to a state official who put down truckers in a very public announcement, we’ll offer some Roses and Razzberries. Also: Jon Osburn hears about improving rates, Hours of Service and ELDs; driver’s licenses that are on your smart phone; and a recent cyber security conference. 0:00 – 10:10 – Newscast 10:10 – 24:52 – Roses and Razzberries 24:52 – 40:09 – rates, Hours of Service, ELDs 40:09 – 50:24 – smart phone driver’s license; cyber security

From passers-by who saved a truckers’ life to a state official who put down truckers in a very public announcement, we’ll offer some Roses and Razzberries. Also: Jon Osburn hears about improving rates, Hours of Service and ELDs; driver’s licenses that are on your smart phone; and a recent cyber security conference. 0:00 – 10:10 – Newscast 10:10 – 24:52 – Roses and Razzberries 24:52 – 40:09 – rates, Hours of Service, ELDs 40:09 – 50:24 – smart phone driver’s license; cyber security

LLN (8/3/18) – Roses and Razzberries; cyber security 

A figure frequently cited by officials who want more tax money from truckers may not be so accurate. We’ll have that, plus: the latest on automated vehicles; advocacy and what happens behind the scenes; and how the election may affect transportation. 0:00 – 10:11 – Newscast 10:11 – 24:41 – 9600-to-1 figure a myth 24:41 – 39:22 – Advocacy sometimes behind the scenes 39:22 – 49:33 – Effect of election on transportation

A figure frequently cited by officials who want more tax money from truckers may not be so accurate. We’ll have that, plus: the latest on automated vehicles; advocacy and what happens behind the scenes; and how the election may affect transportation. 0:00 – 10:11 – Newscast 10:11 – 24:41 – 9600-to-1 figure a myth 24:41 – 39:22 – Advocacy sometimes behind the scenes 39:22 – 49:33 – Effect of election on transportation

LLN (11/12/18) – How the election will affect trucking

Freight and rates come on strong out of Atlanta, while flatbed slips just a little but remains strong overall. Terry Scruton talks with Mark Montague of DAT, a company that provides market information for owner operators, carriers, brokers and shippers.

Freight and rates come on strong out of Atlanta, while flatbed slips just a little but remains strong overall. Terry Scruton talks with Mark Montague of DAT, a company that provides market information for owner operators, carriers, brokers and shippers.

Healthy freight, rates coming out of Atlanta

Freight and rates dip just a bit, but still remain strong overall. Terry Scruton talks with Mark Montague of DAT, a company that provides market information for owner operators, carriers, brokers and shippers.

Freight and rates dip just a bit, but still remain strong overall. Terry Scruton talks with Mark Montague of DAT, a company that provides market information for owner operators, carriers, brokers and shippers.

Freight, rates see minor slip

The Federal Highway Administration is slowly moving toward addressing the truck parking issue. We’ll have that, plus: the latest on hours-of-service; the difference one vote has made in several elections; and problems with the UCR system. 0:00 – 10:10 – Newscast 10:10 – 24:52 – Truck parking 24:52 – 40:12 – Voting and elections 40:12 – 50:24 – Problems with UCR

The Federal Highway Administration is slowly moving toward addressing the truck parking issue. We’ll have that, plus: the latest on hours-of-service; the difference one vote has made in several elections; and problems with the UCR system. 0:00 – 10:10 – Newscast 10:10 – 24:52 – Truck parking 24:52 – 40:12 – Voting and elections 40:12 – 50:24 – Problems with UCR

LLN (8/16/18) – Getting serious about truck parking 

Having a fatty liver is a major problem, and can lead to a number of serious health concerns. We’ll have that, plus: Bad weather delivers a one-two punch to freight and rates; diesel prices continue to climb; and the possibility that Democrats could take control of the U.S. Senate? 0:00 – 10:11 – Newscast 10:11 – 24:41 – Fatty Liver 24:42 – 39:11 – Weather hurts freight, rates; diesel prices up 39:11 – 49:22 – Could Democrats take over the Senate

Having a fatty liver is a major problem, and can lead to a number of serious health concerns. We’ll have that, plus: Bad weather delivers a one-two punch to freight and rates; diesel prices continue to climb; and the possibility that Democrats could take control of the U.S. Senate? 0:00 – 10:11 – Newscast 10:11 – 24:41 – Fatty Liver 24:42 – 39:11 – Weather hurts freight, rates; diesel prices up 39:11 – 49:22 – Could Democrats take over the Senate

LLN (10/17/18) – Bad weather hurts freight, rates

We’ll explore what the slow move toward legalization of marijuana and the popularity of CBD oil means for truckers. Also: Jon Osburn is optimistic about this year, including a possible fix for Hours of Service. And we’ll review the new speaker of the House, changes on congressional committees, and important lawmaker agendas. 0:00 – 9:26 – Newscast 9:26 – 24:11 – Marijuana and CBD 24:11 – 39:07 – New year optimism 39:07 – 48:55 – Changes in Congress

We’ll explore what the slow move toward legalization of marijuana and the popularity of CBD oil means for truckers. Also: Jon Osburn is optimistic about this year, including a possible fix for Hours of Service. And we’ll review the new speaker of the House, changes on congressional committees, and important lawmaker agendas. 0:00 – 9:26 – Newscast 9:26 – 24:11 – Marijuana and CBD 24:11 – 39:07 – New year optimism 39:07 – 48:55 – Changes in Congress

LLN (1/4/19) – What pot legalization means to you

A fund that supplies retirement income to thousands of truckers may go insolvent. Also: South Carolina may use tolls for highway money. California could close a legal loophole involving vehicle break-ins; and who in the new Congress will develop the policies that affect your life? 0:00 – 9:41 – Newscast 9:41 – 24:25 – Pension fund 24:25 – 39:22 – SC tolls; CA vehicle break-ins 39:22 – 49:10 – Who’ll run the trucking part of Congress

A fund that supplies retirement income to thousands of truckers may go insolvent. Also: South Carolina may use tolls for highway money. California could close a legal loophole involving vehicle break-ins; and who in the new Congress will develop the policies that affect your life? 0:00 – 9:41 – Newscast 9:41 – 24:25 – Pension fund 24:25 – 39:22 – SC tolls; CA vehicle break-ins 39:22 – 49:10 – Who’ll run the trucking part of Congress

LLN (1/15/19) Pension fund may go broke 

LLN (1/28/20) – Pulled over? At some point, it will happen to every trucker, but what you do then can make a huge difference in what results from the situation. Also, Missouri lawmakers are considering a fuel tax increase for roads, but OOIDA is concerned about efforts to lay a larger share of the burden on truckers. And for some time, truckers have played a lead role in the fight against human trafficking. The U.S. DOT also is listing that as a priority, and recently gathered to discuss the topic. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:28 – The best way to handle things when you’re pulled over. 23:49 – Missouri fuel tax plan sparks concerns. 38:17 – DOT on human trafficking.

LLN (1/28/20) – Pulled over? At some point, it will happen to every trucker, but what you do then can make a huge difference in what results from the situation. Also, Missouri lawmakers are considering a fuel tax increase for roads, but OOIDA is concerned about efforts to lay a larger share of the burden on truckers. And for some time, truckers have played a lead role in the fight against human trafficking. The U.S. DOT also is listing that as a priority, and recently gathered to discuss the topic. 0:00 – Newscast. 9:28 – The best way to handle things when you’re pulled over. 23:49 – Missouri fuel tax plan sparks concerns. 38:17 – DOT on human trafficking.

Pulled over? Here’s what to do

LLN (7/9/19) A bi-partisan effort has been re-launched in the Senate to require all new heavy trucks to be equipped with speed limiters. Safety groups support the speed limiter legislation.OOIDA does not, and in fact, believes the legislation will make roads less safe. Four states want to accommodate platooning and are changing laws to make that happen. Plus Oregon’s cap and trade bill appears to be dead. And we’ll share information on why a traveling companion makes all the sense in the world – especially the four-legged ones. 0:00-9:57 – Newscast 9:57-24:42 – Why you should never travel alone when there's a dog available as your co-pilot 24:42-39:4-Multiple states revising laws to allow platooning. Cap trade bill dies in Oregon and this week's bulletin board information. 39:40-49:35 –And OOIDA continues its strong stand against a new bill for speed limiters.

LLN (7/9/19) A bi-partisan effort has been re-launched in the Senate to require all new heavy trucks to be equipped with speed limiters. Safety groups support the speed limiter legislation.OOIDA does not, and in fact, believes the legislation will make roads less safe. Four states want to accommodate platooning and are changing laws to make that happen. Plus Oregon’s cap and trade bill appears to be dead. And we’ll share information on why a traveling companion makes all the sense in the world – especially the four-legged ones. 0:00-9:57 – Newscast 9:57-24:42 – Why you should never travel alone when there's a dog available as your co-pilot 24:42-39:4-Multiple states revising laws to allow platooning. Cap trade bill dies in Oregon and this week's bulletin board information. 39:40-49:35 –And OOIDA continues its strong stand against a new bill for speed limiters.

Senate bill aims to jump-start speed limiter legislation

This week the FMCSA’s Medical Review Board held its latest meeting to discuss changes to the handbook for Certified Medical Examiners. We’ll have that, plus: new guidance on ELDs; the effect of a court decision on voting rolls in Ohio on truckers; a plan to allow local police in Pennsylvania to use speed radar; upcoming truck shows; a “national dialog” on vehicle automation; and some recent claims by FMCSA. 0:00 – 10:10 – Newscast 10:10 – 25:29 – Clearing up DOT physical issues 25:29 – 40:20 – Ohio voter rolls; local radar in Pa. 40:20 – 50:33 – Autonomous vehicle update; FMCSA says ELDs doing great!

This week the FMCSA’s Medical Review Board held its latest meeting to discuss changes to the handbook for Certified Medical Examiners. We’ll have that, plus: new guidance on ELDs; the effect of a court decision on voting rolls in Ohio on truckers; a plan to allow local police in Pennsylvania to use speed radar; upcoming truck shows; a “national dialog” on vehicle automation; and some recent claims by FMCSA. 0:00 – 10:10 – Newscast 10:10 – 25:29 – Clearing up DOT physical issues 25:29 – 40:20 – Ohio voter rolls; local radar in Pa. 40:20 – 50:33 – Autonomous vehicle update; FMCSA says ELDs doing great!

LLN (6/28/18) – Possible changes in DOT physical

LLN (7/15/19) – Keeping your motor oil in a condition so it will continue to properly lubricate the engine is part and parcel of operating your own truck. Having your own insurance vs. going through the motor carrier – what is best? We’ll go through the pros and cons. A towing reform bill is vetoed in Missouri, but the fight isn’t done yet. We’ll get the latest on that, plus an update on a couple of other towing issues. 0:00-9:57 – Newscast 9:57-24:42 – Keeping your oil and engine in good shape 24:42-39:40 – Carrying your own insurance vs. going through the motor carrier 39:40-49:34 – Missouri towing reform veto

LLN (7/15/19) – Keeping your motor oil in a condition so it will continue to properly lubricate the engine is part and parcel of operating your own truck. Having your own insurance vs. going through the motor carrier – what is best? We’ll go through the pros and cons. A towing reform bill is vetoed in Missouri, but the fight isn’t done yet. We’ll get the latest on that, plus an update on a couple of other towing issues. 0:00-9:57 – Newscast 9:57-24:42 – Keeping your oil and engine in good shape 24:42-39:40 – Carrying your own insurance vs. going through the motor carrier 39:40-49:34 – Missouri towing reform veto

Keep that oil in good shape, and your engine along with it

 LLN (9/6/18) – What the FMCSA really wants to know   The FMCSA wants to hear from drivers about hours of service. Find out exactly what they’re wanting to know. From non-consensual towing to left lane laws, OOIDA is working to make life better for truckers on several issues. And there’s no doubt the truck parking situation has gotten worse since the advent of the ELD mandate. But what’s being done about it? We’ll have all the answers tonight.   0:00 – 10:09  Newscast 10:09 – 27:17   It’s time to speak up on HOS 25:17 – 39:26 Tackling trucking issues at the state level 39:26 – 50:04 Is there a solution for truck parking trouble?

LLN (9/6/18) – What the FMCSA really wants to know The FMCSA wants to hear from drivers about hours of service. Find out exactly what they’re wanting to know. From non-consensual towing to left lane laws, OOIDA is working to make life better for truckers on several issues. And there’s no doubt the truck parking situation has gotten worse since the advent of the ELD mandate. But what’s being done about it? We’ll have all the answers tonight. 0:00 – 10:09  Newscast 10:09 – 27:17   It’s time to speak up on HOS 25:17 – 39:26 Tackling trucking issues at the state level 39:26 – 50:04 Is there a solution for truck parking trouble?

 LLN (9/6/18) – What the FMCSA really wants to know

Suzanne Stempinski talks test drives and trucking in Germany. Also on today’s show: freight is seeing a seasonal slowdown while rates hold steady; diesel prices continue to climb; the final Hours of Service listening session was today; and what’s the next step in the Hours of Service reform process. 0:00 – 10:11 – Newscast 10:11 – 24:41 – Test drives and trucking in Germany 24:41 – 39:11 – Freight’s seasonal slowdown; climbing diesel prices 39:11 – 49:21 – Last Hours of Service listening session; what’s next

Suzanne Stempinski talks test drives and trucking in Germany. Also on today’s show: freight is seeing a seasonal slowdown while rates hold steady; diesel prices continue to climb; the final Hours of Service listening session was today; and what’s the next step in the Hours of Service reform process. 0:00 – 10:11 – Newscast 10:11 – 24:41 – Test drives and trucking in Germany 24:41 – 39:11 – Freight’s seasonal slowdown; climbing diesel prices 39:11 – 49:21 – Last Hours of Service listening session; what’s next

LLN (10/10/18) – Seasonal slowdown in freight

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