OOIDA spells out why it thinks now is the time for broker transparency – and why FMCSA needs to make that happen. Also, f0or seven years now, trucker Angela Griffin has been offering advice on her YouTube channel on everything from cooking and cleaning on the road to customizing a rig to fit your needs. And an effort in Indiana would end the state’s long-running split speed limit, while six other states also are considering changes to their speed limits.

0:00 – Newscast

09:46 – OOIDA makes the case for broker transparency

24:24 – Trucker gets her message out on YouTube

39:23 – Indiana’s split speed limit subject of another effort

An executive order reverses the push for electric vehicles by the president’s predecessor, and trucking is part of the deal. Also, truckers are known for helping after disasters. But hauling a FEMA load requires a lot of advance work. Then, since 2018, Shell has used its Starship truck to demonstrate how to make rigs more fuel efficient – and the latest version is no exception. And trucking continues to climb out of a two-year slump. Brent Hutto of Truckstop brings us the latest numbers.

0:00 – How will Trump’s move on electric vehicles affect trucking?

09:46 – How do you sign up to haul FEMA loads?

24:24 – Shell’s latest Starship and better fuel economy

39:23 – Trucking makes progress getting out of slump

Mark Schremmer of Land Line Magazine discusses the broker transparency proposal, OOIDA’s comments and what happens next on the issue. Also, a wildlife crossing planned in the state of Oregon would help reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions along a section of Interstate 5.

0:00 – Last chance to speak out on broker transparency

09:46 – Bridge would allow wildlife to cross busy interstate

Every two years, members of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association choose who will fill positions on the Association’s Board of Directors. As part of that process, here on the show, we bring you interviews with each one of those candidates so you have the information you need to vote. Today, we’ll have interviews with Mike Nichols, Grover Nelson, Aaron Treece and Casey Mulder. Also, Daimler has resumed sales of diesel trucks in Oregon, but the state’s truck emission rule could still wreak havoc on the trucking industry.

0:00 – Clearing up confusion about Oregon emission rulesss

09:46 – OOIDA Board of Directors election: Mike Nichols

24:24 – OOIDA Board of Directors election: Grover Nelson and Aaron Treece

39:23 – OOIDA Board of Directors election: Casey Mulder

Daimler has resumed sales of diesel trucks in Oregon, but the state’s truck emission rule could still wreak havoc on the trucking industry. Also, there’s a trend of company drivers being given a 1099 instead of a W2. Then, California no longer wants a federal waiver for its Advance Clean Fleets rule, killing the proposal. And Marty Ellis is hearing about the Clean Truck Check in California, among other topics.

0:00 – Clearing up confusion about Oregon emission rule

09:46 – What do company drivers do when they get a 1099 instead of a W2?

24:24 – California backtracks, while the feds restrict connected vehicles

39:23 – The problem with California’s Clean Truck Check

We have a better picture today of what direction the leadership of the U.S. Department of Transportation might take over the next few years. Also, we speak with Truckers Against Trafficking about efforts during Human Trafficking Awareness Month to educate people about this growing issue. And two states may change a law that could affect truck drivers in court. Meanwhile, Wyoming is looking at a new source of highway funding.

0:00 – Newscast

09:46 – A closer look at the nominee to head DOT

24:24 – Educating the public about human trafficking

39:23 – Tort reform on the agenda in two states

Two truckers are suing Minnesota over the state’s refusal to recognize their concealed carry permits. Also, we’ll report on what happened at the confirmation hearing for Sean Duffy, the president-elect’s pick to run the Department of Transportation. Then, Tom Crowley and Aron Lynch of OOIDA’s Compliance Department explain the basics of factoring and offer some advice on when to use it. And the spot market is expected to heat up this year. Brent Hutto with Truckstop says overall freight market rates are expected to increase.

0:00 – Sean Duffy spells out his vision for the DOT

09:46 – Truckers sue state over concealed carry refusal

24:24 – The upsides and downsides of factoring

39:23 – 2025 may be a hot year for the spot market

Will dealers in Oregon sell diesel trucks going forward, or not? And what does the state’s new Advanced Clean Trucks rule actually say? Also, we talk with the author of a children’s book on trucks about how a dog inspired the story. Then, Jeff McConnell and James Mennella of Road Law offer information about court case delays, appearing in court and more. And Collin Long of OOIDA’s Washington, D.C., office joins us with an update on the president-elect’s nominees to head the DOT and EPA.

0:00 – Electric truck effort causes confusion in Oregon

09:46 – Author hopes book will educate children about trucking

24:24 – What you need to know when going to court

39:23 – Senate meets this week with DOT, EPA nominees

A study seems to suggests FMCSA received truckers’ message that there are too many regulations. But something else is driving the issue. Also, an event by CVSA now underway is designed to involve truckers in the fight against human trafficking by helping them become more informed. 

0:00 – Motivations of FMCSA warning device study in question

09:46 – Effort aims to educate truckers on human trafficking

Bryan Martin, the boss man at Chrome Shop Mafia, offers some of his picks for what should be on your wish list this year. Also, from a trucker who shut down an interstate highway to one who helped police catch a drunk driver, we’ll offer up some Roses and Razzberries. And OOIDA tour truck driver Marty Ellis says he’s seeing some optimism among truckers about the year ahead – even though they may face some hard decisions.

0:00 – Newscast

09:46 – What’s on your 2025 wish list?

24:24 – Roses and Razzberries

39:23 – Truckers showing optimism toward 2025