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Driver-facing cameras are not popular with truckers. But some carriers see them very differently. One driver offers his point of view. Also, an accidentally leaked document may throw a wrench into the fight over New York City’s congestion tolling system. We’ll explain. And the CEO of the Nevada Trucking Association offers his assessment of the chances for a bill that would double minimum insurance requirements.

0:00 – A new wrinkle in New York’s congestion tolling situation

10:11 – Nevada trucking group says insurance bill unlikely to become law

24:49 – Driver-facing cameras – it’s worse than you thought

Driver-facing cameras are not popular with truckers. But some carriers see them very differently. One driver offers his point of view. Also, with the advent of LEDs, you can do all kinds of things with lights that were never possible before. Bryan Martin of the Chrome Shop Mafia explains. And one thing you can be sure of in trucking – at some point, something will go wrong. Marty Ellis tells us how it happened to him. 

0:00 – Newscast

10:11 – Is a solution on the horizon for congestion tolling battle?

24:49 – You can do all kinds of things with LEDs

39:32 – At some point, something will go wrong

How is Aurora’s autonomous truck project going in Texas? George O’Connor and Norita Taylor of OOIDA discuss when it may roll out. Also, which truck stops do the best job? Trucker Path has surveyed truckers about their top truck stops. And load volumes are still above the five-year average – but for how much longer? Brent Hutto with Truckstop says there have been a lot of ups and downs.

0:00 – Newscast

10:11 – Autonomous trucks, speed limiters making headlines

24:49 – Drivers name their top truck stops

39:32 – How long will better load volumes last?

The U.S. DOT has once again extended its deadline for New York City to stop congestion tolling, but this time, it came with a threat. Also, someone who knows the nominee to head FMCSA shares some thoughts about him. Then, it’s already time to gather material and start your planning and record-keeping for next year’s taxes. And Oregon lawmakers have proposed tax and fee increases to raise $1.9 billion for roads.

0:00 – NYC, feds locked in battle over congestion tolling

10:11 – What do we know about the nominee to head FMCSA?

24:49 – Filed your taxes? Time to start on next year’s

39:32 – Two states seek more highway money

The OOIDA Foundation takes a look at all the myths behind the so-called “driver shortage” and shares what the facts actually say. Also, if you’re thinking about getting into a lease-purchase plan with a new carrier, you should hear what OOIDA’s experts have to say first. And it turns out the EPA wasn’t the only federal agency putting out emission rules – but DOT officials have put the kibosh on one.

0:00 – Newscast

10:11 – New research refutes so-called “driver shortage”

24:49 – Time for a refresher course on lease-purchase

39:32 – DOT emission rule is out

A congressman is determined that his legislation to expand the nation’s number of truck parking spaces will pass into law this year. Also, some specific scams targeting motor carriers and their authority are on the rise. We’ll explain what’s happening and offer some advice. And with some still pushing for electric trucks, it raises questions – including ones about the effects on tire selection and performance.

0:00 – A new law in Arkansas stiffens English-proficiency requirements

10:11 – Bost determined to get truck parking bill passed

24:49 – Authority scams are on the rise in trucking

39:32 – How will electric trucks affect tires?

We’ll discuss what truckers are telling the DOT about cutting regulations. Also, the Small Business Administration held a roundtable on deregulation, and trucking issues were front and center. Then, OOIDA was at the Mid-America Trucking Show to offer some education about operating a successful trucking business. And OOIDA tour truck driver Marty Ellis says people may not manage personal finances the way they used to, but if you want your business to succeed, it’s a must.

0:00 – U.S. DOT asks what regulations you want to see go

10:11 – Roundtable focuses on small business, transportation and regulations

24:49 – OOIDA Pro Talk offered tips for business success

39:32 – Managing money a must for your business

A new report from ATRI takes a look at how much parking is available at the nation’s public rest areas – and points to ways to expand it. Also, people who are their own motor carrier have to pull their MVR every single year. We’ll explain how to do that and related scams to avoid. And Truckstop says things are still looking good for owner-operators on the spot market, with freight availability 21 percent above normal.  

0:00 – Newscast

10:11 – Park at rest areas? Here’s where more is needed

24:49 – Pulling your MVR – it’s a must, but watch out for scams

39:32 – Spot market looking good for owner-operators

Ohio’s new two-year transportation plan includes provisions to fund truck parking, while four other states tackle the issue as well. Also, letting your medical card lapse can lead to a lot of issues, even if you're unaware of it lapsing. We’ll discuss the issues that can arise. And a couple who share life on and off the road are sharing their story, as well as some tips and tricks to keep things running smoothly.

0:00 – Newscast

10:11 – The importance of keeping up-to-date on your medical card

24:49 – Team-driving couple offer some tips and tricks

39:32 – States tackle the truck parking issue

A bill called the DRIVE Act, which would address one of the hottest topics in the trucking industry – speed limiters – is back in Congress. Also, two university researchers’ work has demonstrated a connection between truck drivers’ total compensation and safety out on the road.

0:00 – Newscast

10:12 – Researchers say driver pay linked to safety

39:32 – OOIDA: Call on speed limiter bill now