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LLN (3/31/23) – FMCSA held a listening session about broker abuse on Day 2 of the Mid-America Trucking Show, and they got an earful. Very few issues generate a consensus nowadays, but the parking shortage is one of them and ...

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04.01.2023 Land Line Now, March 31, 2023 LLN (3/31/23) – FMCSA held a listening session about broker abuse on Day 2 of the Mid-America Trucking Show, and they got an earful. Very few issues generate a consensus nowadays, but the parking shortage is one of them and ...
03.31.2023 Land Line Now, March 30, 2023 LLN (3/30/23) – It’s barely been a day, but the two new bills dedicated to truck parking are already gaining some early support in the House and Senate. We’ll break down the latest with early reactions from Washington, D.C., and ...
03.30.2023 Land Line Now, March 29, 2023 LLN (3/29/23) – The fight to secure more truck parking spots across the nation just added some muscle thanks to two new bills in the U.S. Congress. Rep. Mike Bost tells us about the push. Then, spring freight season is ...
03.29.2023 Land Line Now, March 28, 2023 LLN (3/28/23) – Concerns over mandatory speed-limiters is growing in the trucking industry, but what do they do and why is there opposition? Plus, an OOIDA member who’s been behind the wheel for 50 years is being recognized once again ...
03.28.2023 Land Line Now, March 27, 2023 LLN (3/27/23) – Texas lawmakers are considering a pilot program to test a truck-only tax similar to the much-maligned Connecticut tax. Meanwhile, state governments are making changes to accommodate autonomous trucks, including platooning technology. Also, should you try to fight ...
03.25.2023 Land Line Now, March 24, 2023 LLN (3/24/23) – Tyson Fisher of Land Line Magazine joins us to talk about how the non-trucking public views the truck parking crisis. Also, spot rates? Dropping. Volume and demand? Flat. Operating costs? Up. There aren’t a whole lot of ...
03.24.2023 Land Line Now, March 23, 2023 LLN (3/23/23) – Action on broker transparency may be in the works. And it could address some significant problems faced by small business truckers. Also, a class that details the ins and outs of becoming an owner-operator is now available ...
03.23.2023 Land Line Now, March 22, 2023 LLN (3/22/23) – The nomination of Julie Su to be secretary of labor has drawn some criticism, including from her home state of California. And one congressman is leading the charge. We’ll talk with U.S. Rep. Kevin Kiley of California. ...
03.22.2023 Land Line Now, March 21, 2023 LLN (3/21/23) – If you get your own authority, there are a few things you’re going to go through that you need to be aware of. One of them is the new entrant safety audit. We’ll discuss what you need ...
03.21.2023 Land Line Now, March 20, 2023 LLN (3/20/23) – A coalition of safety advocacy groups has written the secretary of transportation calling for several regulatory changes – including mandating speed limiters. Also, it was referred to as the nightmare before Christmas in 2009, when Arrow Trucking ...
03.18.2023 Land Line Now, March 17, 2023 LLN (3/17/23) – Diesel prices are coming down, but we’re not out of the woods yet. Tom Kloza of the Oil Price Information Service joins us with a forecast for the coming months. Also, a big part of the Mid-America ...
03.17.2023 Land Line Now, March 16, 2023 LLN (3/16/23) – The federal government will soon be accepting input from the public regarding whether to require side underride guards on large trucks. Meanwhile, the FMCSA is offering truckers a chance to speak out on broker problems. Also, the ...
03.16.2023 Land Line Now, March 15, 2023 LLN (3/15/23) – Are those signs of stability in the new and used truck markets? Maybe. Steve Tam of ACT Research walks us through the latest numbers in the new and used truck markets. Also, there is some good news ...
03.15.2023 Land Line Now, March 14, 2023 LLN (3/14/23) - Plenty of people would like to see an end to the ritual of changing the clocks for daylight saving time. And lawmakers are listening. Also, far too many times, someone has gone into research with preconceived notions ...
03.14.2023 Land Line Now, March 13, 2023 LLN (3/13/23) – The president’s nominee for secretary of labor – and her record – has some concerned, including folks at OOIDA. So why is that? Also, when comes to appearing in court and state laws there's a lot of ...
03.11.2023 Land Line Now, March 10, 2023 LLN (3/10/23) – The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has changes to its out-of-service criteria going into effect soon. Jeremy Disbrow of CVSA breaks down what truck drivers need to know. Also, from a snow plow driver who came to the ...
03.10.2023 Land Line Now, March 9, 2023 LLN (3/9/23) – The FMCSA has taken several actions regarding brokers and rules related to them. And OOIDA has added its own comments to the debate as well. Also, an OOIDA member that's been behind the wheel for 50 years ...
03.09.2023 Land Line Now, March 8, 2023 LLN (3/8/23) – Truck drivers have been fighting for bathroom access at shippers and receivers. We recently spoke with two OOIDA members about the importance of the issue and looked at what’s being done to make it mandatory for shippers ...
03.08.2023 Land Line Now, March 7, 2023 LLN (3/7/23) – A bill that would do away with the split speed limit in Indiana has secured approval from the state’s Senate. Meanwhile, several other states are looking at other changes to their speed limits. Also, we look back ...
03.07.2023 Land Line Now, March 6, 2023 LLN (3/6/23) – One of the big topics of conversation right now in trucking is whether the FMCSA will require speed limiters, and if so, when? In fall 2022, the FMCSA asked for public comment on expanding the ELD mandate ...
03.04.2023 Land Line Now, March 3, 2023 LLN (3/3/23) – To gain a better understanding the effect of legal marijuana on the trucking industry, the American Trucking Research Institute has launched a new survey. Also, the Mid-America Trucking Show gets underway in a few weeks. OOIDA’s marketing ...
03.03.2023 Land Line Now, March 2, 2023 LLN (3/2/23) – Eight states are taking a look at who can use the left lane when, with many of them focusing on trucks. Meanwhile, a bill that would allow 90,000-pound trucks on Georgia’s highways has undergone some revisions. Also, ...
03.02.2023 Land Line Now, March 1, 2023 LLN (3/1/23) – Kenworth is commemorating its 100th anniversary. Before looking to the next 100 years, we look back at the past 100 with a trio of Kenworth employees, who explain how they went from a few dozen trucks to ...
03.01.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 28, 2023 LLN (2/28/23) – The governors of two states are taking aim at nuclear verdicts – and both have expressed concerns about the way trucking companies are being affected. Also, so you have a truck, but you want to make it ...
02.28.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 27, 2023 LLN (2/27/23) – A Capitol Hill publication has taken a look at some forthcoming EPA regulations – and it, like many truckers, has concluded that it’s going to cost trucking a lot. We’ll discuss the article and its impact. Also, ...
02.25.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 24, 2023 LLN (2/24/23) – The OOIDA Foundation’s 2022 Freight Rate Survey adds some context to what you are likely already feeling, that rates are down and costs are up. Plus, it’s often one step forward and two steps back when it ...
02.24.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 23, 2023 LLN (2/23/23) – After years of pleading and prodding, it looks like the broker transparency issue is finally set to take center stage – and you’ll have a chance to chime in during next month’s Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, ...
02.23.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 22, 2023 LLN (2/22/23) – Load posts are down right now, but expect things to change once spring shipping season takes off. Details on that and the spot market as a whole with data and analysis courtesy of DAT. Plus, we preview ...
02.22.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 21, 2023 LLN (2/21/23) – Should you try to fight a citation from a U.S. DOT inspection, or just pay the fine and move on? Also, in an effort to help truckers get healthier and happier, a woman in Alabama has created ...
02.21.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 20, 2023 LLN (2/20/23) – Every couple of years, members of OOIDA have a chance to choose the people who will represent them on the Association’s Board of Directors. That time has come again, with five truck drivers vying for seats. Today, ...
02.18.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 17, 2023 LLN (2/17/23) – A new piece in Wired magazine takes a deep dive into trucking. It was written by Andrew Kay, who spent a good chunk of time talking with truckers at a truck stop, and then experienced what life ...
02.17.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 16, 2023 LLN (2/16/23) – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration wants to change the SMS system for determining who is and who is not a high-risk motor carrier. And a new chief has been nominated to lead the National Highway Traffic ...
02.16.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 15, 2023 LLN (2/15/23) – When it comes to regulation proposals in Washington, D.C., OOIDA has been fighting the good fight against bad ones – and advocating for good ones for decades. The number of trucks posted on the DAT One network ...
02.15.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 14, 2023 LLN (2/14/23) – A Georgia House committee is scheduled to discuss a bill to allow 90,000-pound trucks on roadways. Meanwhile, a bill moving through the Washington state Senate would give truck drivers operating throughout the state access to restroom facilities ...
02.14.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 13, 2023 LLN (2/13/23) – When it comes to electronic logging devices there are some things to look out for. We’ll look into some of the red flags of ELDs. Also, insurance companies often get calls from people asking to pause their ...
02.11.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 10, 2023 LLN (2/10/23) – The FMCSA allows truckers to appeal certain crashes that showed up on their CSA. However, that ability only applies in certain specific types of crashes. Also, seeing dogs and even cats in the cab of a truck ...
02.10.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 9, 2023 LLN (2/9/23) – A group of U.S. senators is seeking to stop an upcoming U.S. EPA regulation regarding emissions from large trucks. Meanwhile, the FMCSA is proposing a change to the rules regarding emergency declarations. Also, the life expectancy of ...
02.09.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 8, 2023 LLN (2/8/23) – Indiana is one of a handful of states that has a different set of rules on the books for heavy trucks when it comes to the speed limit. We talk with the sponsor of a state House ...
02.08.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 7, 2023 LLN (2/7/23) – If you’re in trucking, you’re bound to experience a road hazard. We’ll have some tips on helping your tires cope with the unexpected. Also, truckers who run their own operations have to keep track of a bevy ...
02.07.2023 Land Line Now, Feb. 6, 2023 LLN (2/6/23) – Tuesday, the president will report on the state of the union, and part of the speech is expected to cover infrastructure. We’ll get an idea of what to expect and what it means on the ground from ...
02.04.2023 Professor: Driver pay system is broken LLN (2/3/23) – The driver compensation model is broken. Michael Belzer, Ph.D., of Wayne State University joins us to talk about what needs to change before the driver pay issue is resolved. Also, from a company looking at its own ...
02.03.2023 FMCSA wants info on automated driving systems LLN (2/2/23) – The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is asking for more information on automated driving systems before it proposes new rules. Also, OOIDA Executive Vice President Lewie Pugh discusses his recent trip to Washington, D.C. Find out what ...
02.02.2023 Freight market shows a glut of trucks LLN (2/1/23) – A record number of trucks are currently listed on the DAT One network. We’ll have the details on that and more in today’s market update. Also, in celebration of OOIDA’s 50th anniversary, we’ll share the ways the ...
02.01.2023 Helping trucks through roundabouts LLN (1/31/23) – Indiana, Washington and Wisconsin have acted to address concerns about how to maneuver with large trucks through increasingly popular roundabouts. Meanwhile, four more states may require all vehicles to move over for vehicles at roadside. Also, what ...
01.31.2023 Helping truckers to better health LLN (1/30/23) – A doctor of physical therapy decided to start his own business to help those within the trucking industry live happier, healthier lives. Also, gap insurance is additional optional coverage, but it’s something that could save you a ...
01.28.2023 Spot market: Still looking for the bottom LLN (1/27/23) – When it comes to the spot market, things look bleak. Research analyst Andrew King stops by to talk about the most recent numbers and long-term trends in the market. Also, your average American has fewer and fewer ...
01.27.2023 EPA sets strict rule for truck emissions LLN (1/26/23) – The Environmental Protection Agency is cracking down on emissions from trucks in a big way. Also, it may be time to give retreading another try. We’ll discuss how technology has improved the process, how retreading can save ...
01.26.2023 Restroom access effort just the start, key player says LLN (1/25 /23) – From one restroom access bill that became law last year to another just introduced that would expand on it and more, Sheri Call, president and CEO of the Washington Trucking Associations, joins us to discuss their ...
01.25.2023 State bill would expand restroom access for truckers LLN (1/24/23) – One year after Washington state lawmakers addressed concern about access to restroom facilities at ports, a new bill calls for giving truck drivers operating throughout the state access to restrooms. Also, OOIDA has found many ways to ...
01.24.2023 Driver pay meetings focus on unpaid work LLN (1/23/23) – The National Academies of Sciences’ Transportation Research Board held its first meetings on the driver pay issue, and we’ve got a report. Also, a new year and a new month mean a new issue of Land Line ...

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Professor: Driver pay system is broken

FMCSA wants info on automated driving systems

Freight market shows a glut of trucks

Helping trucks through roundabouts

Helping truckers to better health

Spot market: Still looking for the bottom

EPA sets strict rule for truck emissions

Restroom access effort just the start, key player says

State bill would expand restroom access for truckers

Driver pay meetings focus on unpaid work