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OOIDA wants more action from FMCSA on broker-bond/-suspension rules
The group petitioned FMCSA to go further to ensure carriers are protected when brokers don't pay. Also: Georgia Ports Authority establishes safety committee for truckers; Iowa harvest proclamation extended again.
December 21, 2023
Surprise, surprise: Why ATA opposes overtime pay, and why they're wrong
Clifford Petersen: ATA may "talk a good game" on trucker welfare, yet they're "supported by big motor carriers. They are not going to bite the hand that feeds them.... Weβre not asking for something excessive here -- fair pay for all time worked."
December 20, 2023
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CARB barred from collecting fees for reefer unit compliance
A California court ruled against CARB, and even suggested that the regulator's wish to collect fees from those it regulates might not fit with the Constitution. The ruling could have implications for CARB's "smog check" program upcoming.
December 20, 2023
Hours of Service
Shorter automatic emergency HOS exemptions: FMCSA petitioned to reconsider
Several groups, including OOIDA and CVSA, have asked FMCSA to reconsider its stance that cut in half the automatic 30-day emergency HOS exemption. Also: Great Dane trailers recalled; International dealer expands in Texas.
December 19, 2023
Electronic Logging Devices
Revoked PowerTrucks ELD reinstated by FMCSA
After possibly "cracking down" and removing 10 ELDs from FMCSA's approved list of devices, the agency has let another previously revoked device back on the list -- that makes two in as many weeks.
December 18, 2023
Regulations
Rhode Island fleet owner sentenced for illegal emissions 'tunes'
Charges were related to altering trucks' ECMs and on-board diagnostics systems to not detect malfunctions in the emission control components. Also: I-195 bridge closure bypass opens; more truck parking coming to I-80 in Wyoming.
December 15, 2023
Regulations
'Truck Driver Summit' upcoming with presidential candidate at Iowa 80 Truckstop
Republican primary candidate Vivek Ramaswamy will take questions December 21 from CDL holders at the event, put together in collaboration with the CDL Drivers Unlimited group.
December 15, 2023
Parking
New York wants truckers' input on parking challenges, opportunities
The New York State DOT is asking for truckers to weigh in on truck parking in the state. Also: Coops back open -- S.D. I-90 weigh station in action; Peterbilt makes Bendix Fusion Stop & Auto-Go collision mitigation standard on Model 579.
December 14, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA Administrator grilled in Congress over speed-limiter mandate pursuit
House Highways and Transit subcommittee Republicans took a Wednesday hearing opportunity in part to attack DOT agency heads over pursuit of "ancillary policies" like the speed-limiter mandate not prioritized in 2021 infrastructure funding legislation.
December 14, 2023
Regulations
EPA settles CARB violations with two fleets
According to EPA, the companies failed to install controls to reduce pollution, upgrade model year engines, or verify that the trucks complied with state rules.
December 13, 2023
Overdrive Extra
Can truckers get more time to replace an FMCSA-revoked ELD?
With the recent revocation of a batch of 10 ELDs, the FMCSA gave owner-operators and other carriers using those devices 60 days to install a replacement. Turns out, unlike with an ELD malfunction, more time for replacement isn't in the cards.
December 13, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA investigates TQL as fight over broker transparency rages
FMCSA speaks up after "misstatements" about TQL being raided or "compelled" to provide rate transparency after a pitched battle with Florida hauler Dakota Springfields.
December 11, 2023
Electronic Logging Devices
FMCSA returns CI ELD Logs to 'registered devices' list
The ELD was one of 10 devices removed from FMCSA's list on Dec. 1. Also: DAT launches new fuel card program through OTR Solutions; Kenworth of Fremont, Indiana, relocates with expanded sales, parts and repair services.
December 8, 2023
Overdrive Extra
FMCSA authority revocation anomaly: BOC3 blanket companies cleared out
A whopping 1,700-plus authority revocations in one day last month, outside FMCSA's usual revocation cadence, turned heads around Thanksgiving. FMCSA removed several blanket BOC3 companies from its system, putting trucker clients in shutdown risk.
December 8, 2023
Business
Predatory towing: How common it is, and how truckers can avoid it
New research identifies how stark a problem predatory towing is for truckers, offering recommendations on how owner-operators and fleets can prevent it from happening to them. There's potential, too, for recourse if it does.
December 7, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA's Hutcheson updates enforcement policy on sexual assault
FMCSA Administrator Robin Hutcheson made it clear on Thursday that if a CDL holder uses a commercial truck in the act of sexual assault, they'll lose their CDL for a period of time.
December 7, 2023
Business
NYC proposes fee for trucks to enter | Alert: High wind warnings
The city is proposing a congestion fee to enter Manhattan below 60th Street. Also: TuSimple winding down U.S. operations; new TA Express, Sheetz locations open; Wyoming high wind alerts.
December 6, 2023
Maintenance
Updated: Maintenance know-how to help stay ahead of inspectors
From tires and brakes to air and emissions systems, we've compiled this comprehensive collection of truck maintenance coverage in Overdrive to help keep your rig passing inspections and hauling strong.
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