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Trucker's horror story with CBD, FMCSA's 'Return to Duty' and SAP program
A professional driver and past owner-op with 50 years behind the wheel fails a drug test after using CBD for severe arthritis. What follows is a long, drawn-out, "demeaning" process of getting her career back.
August 9, 2023
Overdrive Extra
The double brokering slow burn -- how it happens, and how to fight back against it
Contributor Matthew Patrick, with a small fleet/broker in the Northeast, outlines a particularly efficient flavor of double brokering he's found that often goes undetected, sinking rates for real carriers involved in these schemes, reducing profits.
August 8, 2023
Business
Fuel prices post another increase, and spot rates finally adjust upward
With an 11-cent increase during the last week, diesel prices are up 43 cents over the last three weeks, finally moving spot rates in the last week. Also: CRST gets extension for waiver that allows pre-CDL drivers to run team; latest Highway Angel.
August 8, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA missing mark on compliance reviews of Mexican carriers: Report
A DOT OIG report found that, despite a federal requirement to conduct compliance reviews of Mexico-domiciled carriers within 18 months of provisional authority, FMCSA has not been timely. Also: Electric trucks recalled; Colorado driving tips.
August 7, 2023
Channel 19
Do drivers need to learn English? Another truck stuck in Vermont's Smugglers' Notch
Does the FMCSA actually require drivers to read and speak English? A close look at the regs suggests maybe not, after yet another truck gets stuck on Smugglers' Notch road in Vermont.
August 4, 2023
Business
Former Yellow employee files suit over layoff notice | I-96, I-75 closures
The former dock worker alleges Yellow didn't provide legally required 60-day notice before nearly 30,000 employees were laid off. Also: House bill to repeal driver training regs reintroduced; Michigan interstate closures this weekend; more.
August 4, 2023
Regulations
Rail crossing grade contributed to fatal collision | Arizona I-40 pavement work under way
NTSB found that a 2022 crash in Missouri between a dump truck and Amtrak train was a result, in part, of a steep rail crossing that was difficult for trucks to cross. Also: I-40 pavement help on the way; Relay Payments seeking "Haul of Fame" nominations.
August 3, 2023
Regulations
Side underride guard mandate: Rail disaster waiting to happen?
After a spate of recent, high-profile rail crashes, the effort to mandate side underride guards hasn't accounted for the threat of more, and admits huge costs with little benefit. Truckers, ultimately, bear responsibility for judging rail clearances.
August 2, 2023
Regulations
Brakes: Top Roadcheck OOS violation | Speed limiter block in new legislation
Nearly 40% of all trucks placed out of service during CVSA's International Roadcheck inspection blitz in May were due to brake-related violations. Also: Another attempt to block speed limiters; latest Highway Angel attends to victims at crash site.
August 1, 2023
Parking
Greyhound smashes three parked trucks: HOS, truck parking shortage to blame?
After a tragic crash on the off-ramp at a rest area in Illinois, the Truckload Carriers Association is demanding more truck parking and HOS flexibility on Capitol Hill.
July 31, 2023
Regulations
House bill would protect diesels against state bans, Senate floats carrier selection standard
A bill in the Senate would require shippers/brokers to simply ensure carriers are licensed, registered, and insured. Also: House bill would block attempts to eliminate the sale of vehicles with internal combustion engines; 55K Volvos recalled; more.
July 31, 2023
Regulations
Coalition: Lack of fueling infrastructure 'fatal flaw' for fast trucking EV transition
The Clean Freight Coalition met with government officials this week to discuss challenges of transitioning to electric trucks. Also: Waymo halts autonomous truck program; Sheetz's driver sweepstakes; Highway Angel helps lost boy.
July 28, 2023
Regulations
CARB seeks input on new committee to implement latest emissions regs
The California Air Resources Board will host a public meeting next month to discuss the formation of a Truck Regulation Advisory Committee for its newest emissions regs. Also: Fleets seek training exemption; TMS launches new freight network.
July 27, 2023
Regulations
Side underride guards the costliest trucking mandate ever?
As NHTSA considers a mandate for side-underride guards on new trailers, small-biz truckers voice cost, operational and safety concerns. Advancing any mandate, OOIDA contended, would ignore longstanding worry left unaddressed over many years.
July 26, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA revokes three more ELDs' certifications
The All Truckers ELD, PrimELD, and Secure ELD devices had their certified status revoked. Also: Teamsters OK contract at TForce Freight; Truckers Against Trafficking hosts event for trucking companies.
July 25, 2023
Regulations
POLL: Detention time since the ELD mandate -- has it improved?
While a minority of owner-operators report increased ability to collect detention pay from brokers/shippers as a result of widespread ELD use, has the ubiquity of the logging devices translated to reduced detention time at the docks? Weigh in here.
July 25, 2023
Regulations
CTA's Shimoda: Start working on CARB regulation requirements now
“This is going to be a little bit of a moving target for the time being," says Chris Shimoda, California Trucking Association. “But I would not recommend sticking your head in the sand. It’s going to happen.”
July 19, 2023
Business
Pennsylvania hiking turnpike tolls | Spot market summer doldrums have arrived?
The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission voted on a 5% toll increase, which will take effect in January. Also: FMCSA denies inmate's request for relief from driver training regs; Rand McNally releases new mileage tracking app.
July 21, 2023
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OTR to CDL school owner: A.J. Frankie and the 'School Daze' '92 T600
Frankie has been driving trucks for 40 years, but after long complaints about the quality of truck driver he was seeing on the roads, his wife told him he ought earn his right to complain. He opened a Driving Academy franchise and runs the 1992 Kenworth featured here to school almost daily.
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