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California contractor law: Likely next steps, pivots for truckers if enforced
Many feel indiscriminate application of AB 5 to trucking is like carpet-bombing a legitimate business model in leasing owner-ops, when the weapon the state needs is already in its tool belt, a hammer for tax dodgers 1099'ing drivers who own no equipment.
May 7, 2021
Business
Trade groups call on House Democrats to reject insurance increases
A 60-organization coalition representing trucking, agriculture, construction and other industries petitions U.S. House to reject an increase of minimum liability insurance. Other news: New shorepower options for e-reefers; Wyoming adding parking on I-80.
May 6, 2021
Business
DOL officially withdraws rule to define independent contractor
The rule that would have provided clarification as to whether workers are employers or independent contractors has been withdrawn. Also: Former acting FMCSA boss joins an autonomous trucking firm; S.C. launches human trafficking campaign for truckers.
May 5, 2021
Regulations
FMCSA medical board to talk vision, diabetes in upcoming meeting
The agency's Medical Review Board meeting in May to discuss proposed rulemaking to amend the vision standard. Also: Fuel prices see slight increase; COVID vaccine at Iowa 80; Spring weight restrictions lifted in Mich.; deal on this former trucker's book.
May 4, 2021
Channel 19
With Roadcheck under way, here's a refresher on the OOS violations for lights, hours
If you could carry just one replacement bulb on the truck, which would most likely save you from being put out of service? It's not a headlamp, notes compliance whiz Andy Blair, who offers this refresher on the OOS conditions for lights, hours.
May 4, 2021
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Regulations
Federal fines for regs violations increasing for inflation
The DOT, including FMCSA, is increasing fines for regulations violations based on inflation – see the new fines here. Also: More than 10,000 International LT and RH trucks recalled; More options for load tracking to eliminate brokers' check calls.
May 3, 2021
Regulations
Fuel hauler groups petition FMCSA for hours of service waiver
A perceived shortage of fuel tanker drivers and the threat of fuel shortages this summer prompted trade groups to petition FMCSA to extend the COVID hours waiver to fuel haulers. Also: Truck show goes on in Ohio; ADAS guide from FMCSA; new Love's in Ohio.
April 30, 2021
CSA's Data Trail
Roadcheck hotspots: States with highest inspection and lights/hours violation intensity
Overdrive's latest CSA's Data Trail update, bringing in 2020 data: States ranked high for inspection intensity show high likelihood of inspecting a truck in normal times, perhaps more so during the May 4-6 Roadcheck event.
April 30, 2021
Trucking Law
Some safety violations can yield criminal convictions
Many drivers assume that the only risk they have in violating an FMCSR is being placed out of service by an enforcement officer and getting a mark on their CSA Score. Actually, there are numerous criminal penalties you could incur for violating them.
April 29, 2021
Business
Federal court says California's AB 5 applies to trucking
A three-judge panel voted Wednesday to overturn an injunction that exempted the trucking industry from the ABC independent contractor test. The California Trucking Association is vowing to continue the fight, which requires an appeal to SCOTUS.
April 28, 2021
Channel 19
Roadcheck inspections: To avoid or not to avoid, or both?
Updated results show more than a fourth of readers planning to sit this one out, yet intentions are not the same as actual action, as past Roadchecks indicate. Find data here on likely May 4-6 inspection hotspots, perspectives on enforcement and more.
April 8, 2021
Regulations
Senate Republicans' highways counter-proposal | OATS show canceled
The Republicans' response to Biden's infrastructure proposal includes $299 billion allocated for roads and bridges. Also: OATS truck show canceled; FedEx Freight driver named Women in Trucking Driver of the Year; recalls from Daimler, Paccar, more.
April 27, 2021
Equipment
Updated: Maintenance know-how to help stay ahead of inspectors
From tires and brakes to air and emissions systems, we've compiled the best truck maintenance tips to help keep your rig passing inspections and hauling strong.
February 14, 2020
Overdrive Extra
Roadcheck prep: Invest in inspections to save money, hassle later
A good way to learn and gain confidence that you won’t get a roadside violation is to invest in equipment inspection, observe the inspection process at your shop/the scales, and ask questions.
May 22, 2018
Equipment
Tires and brakes -- steps for preparing for Roadcheck inspections next week
The Bendix company outlined brake inspection priorities as well as tire maintenance tips ahead of Roadcheck May 4-6. And other news: Latest Highway Angel, Quebec mid-size fleet acquires another, TMS provider offers enhancements.
April 26, 2021
Business
Small-business lender to pay almost $10M in fraud settlement
A leading provider of a type of small-business funding that has caused problems for small motor carriers will pay more than $9.8 million to settle Federal Trade Commission fraud charges. Much of that sum is intended for refunds to victims.
April 23, 2021
Overdrive Radio
CSA's Achilles' Heel: Exposed carrier data
In this Overdrive Radio podcast, views on unintended consequences that continue to be big problems for carriers. The entire trucking, enforcement and regulator community should do a lot better, two panelists contend, working together to solve issues.
April 23, 2021
Business
Cost, opportunity worries dominate small fleets' Biden administration outlook
On a scale of 1-5, with 1 being "Extremely negative" and 5 "Extremely positive," independent owner respondents to a recent Overdrive survey rated the likely Biden administration business-conditions impact a 1.6 on average.
April 21, 2021
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