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Eight-state HOS waiver for fuel haulers extended
FMCSA has extended a Regional Emergency Declaration covering gas, diesel and jet fuel haulers in eight states into mid-April. Also: TA adds chef to enhance full-service dining options; latest Highway Angel.
March 22, 2023
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Owner-operators dish to the motoring public on parking, ELDs, appreciation, sharing the road ...
A recent episode of a local radio program delivered a dose of reality to the motoring public, digging into a variety of topics near and dear to owner-operators: parking/time stresses and the ELD mandate, unrealistic brokered rates and much more.
March 20, 2023
Ekulona (left) with Davis in-cab -- read the story the host wrote after the experience via this link.
POLL: Movies/screens while driving -- what's your bedrock take on the practice?
In the wake of recent high-profile call-outs of late-night-movie-watching drivers by law enforcement, what's your basic take on the phenomenon, whoever's doing it going down the highway? Weigh in here.
March 16, 2023
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FMCSA proposes further cuts in UCR fees | Various MATS deals, happenings
FMCSA's proposal would cut fees by 9%. Also: DAT One product demonstrations for free 30-day subscription to be available at the DAT MATS booth; Shell Rotella auctioning autographed baseball bat in benefit; Trucker Path partners with TMS.
March 16, 2023
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Cobra talks another product launch, single sideband and more CB power
Shortly after introducing FM to their CB lineup, Cobra talked about another upcoming product launch, a possible return to single sideband and approaching the FCC for more transmission power.
March 13, 2023
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'Estimated opening time is unknown': Winter from hell on I-80 in Wyoming
"Long Haul Paul" Marhoefer's report from his own marooning two weeks back with road closures in frigid Wyoming, culminating a rash of closures this winter season and a threefold increase in related crash fatalities.
March 13, 2023
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Peterbilt clocked doing 101 | Senator, Teamsters pres exchange fighting words
A Peterbilt got clocked by Nebraska State Patrol doing a whopping 101 mph. Teamsters President Sean O'Brien and Sen. Markwayne Mullin (R-Oklahoma) exchanged fighting words at a Senate hearing Wednesday.
March 10, 2023
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Driver caught using tablet at highway speeds on I-80
Wyoming Highway Patrol put drivers on notice after one was caught looking at a tablet while drifting in his lane down I-80. Troopers contend it's not uncommon to see some drivers full-on watching movies along straight expanses of the interstate.
March 9, 2023
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Northern Oregon truck stop destroyed by fire
The TA Express near I-84 in Biggs Junction, Oregon, was destroyed by a fire this week. No injuries were reported. Also: N.C.-based FreightWorks closes unexpectedly; spot rate gains in lackluster year; new self-contained roadside service body.
March 9, 2023
TA Express fire Biggs Junction, Oregon
HHG mover sentenced after fraud scheme | Love's founder passes at 85
Tom Love, who founded Love's Travel Stops in 1964 with his wife, Judy, passed away Tuesday. Also: HHG mover sentenced for fraud scheme; Bestpass, Comdata partner on permitting; 3PL acquires Illinois-based fleet.
March 7, 2023
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Wyoming I-80 saga: State DOT offers help for operators
After a historically rough few weeks on the high points of I-80 across Wyoming, the state's DOT is reminding operators it has resources to help plan out trips and avoid road closures.
March 6, 2023
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$4 million worth of narcotics seized from trailer in Arizona
Troopers found more than $4 million worth of suspected meth, fentanyl and cocaine during recent stop. Also: Comment period on proposed broker financial regs changes closes Monday; Arizona sidelines trucks during enforcement blitz; more.
March 3, 2023
Arizona DPS drug seizure
Wyoming I-80: Road crews face nightmare situation
Wyoming's road crews, and the drivers stuck in a relentless series of snow drifts, find themselves between a rock and a hard place as workers spend up to 13 hours to clear a road that might not be usable for more than two hours.
February 28, 2023
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I-80 closed in Wyoming yet again, many drivers stranded for days
Wyoming's embattled stretch of I-80 shuttered again on Monday, with I-25 restricted due to high winds. Snowdrifts and whiteout conditions have left many drivers stranded, some for days. WYDOT said the interstates could open later today.
February 27, 2023
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New FMCSA Deputy Administrator sworn in
The agency's former Chief Counsel, Earl Adams Jr., will oversee various aspects of its operations. Also: Truck driver named 38th Goodyear Highway Hero; 8,000 medium-duty Kenworth, Peterbilt trucks recalled; TA launches new restaurant concept.
February 27, 2023
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Michigan adjusts spring weight restrictions
Michigan DOT has updated the area of the state currently under spring weight restrictions. Also: Bestpass partnering with CDL legal services firm; latest Highway Angel.
February 24, 2023
Updated Michigan spring weight restrictions
I-80, I-25 closed in Wyoming after trooper nearly sideswiped by truck
A dramatic video from the Wyoming Highway Patrol shows a trooper barely escaping being sideswiped by a runaway truck as icy conditions shut down major interstates in multiple states.
February 22, 2023
Wyoming Highway Patrol trooper almost hit by truck
Get your votes in: RWIT's Queen of the Road honors expanded this year
The Real Women in Trucking group's long-running, annual Queen of the Road award program has put nominees' stories up for the public, highlighting the variety of achievements this year in three categories. Winners to be unveiled at MATS next month.
February 22, 2023
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