FMCSA has granted another exemption to the requirement trainers be in the jump seat while trainees drive – and OOIDA has some real concerns. Also, the U.S. DOT plans to be very busy over the next year, and unfortunately, a considerable amount of that attention is going to fall on truck drivers. And most states are looking for new sources of highway funding, with many turning to an obvious, untapped source: electric and hybrid vehicles.

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10:22 – Another carrier gets a bye on front seat training rule

25:15 – DOT telegraphs regulatory plans for the coming year

40:23 – States impose taxes on electric vehicles