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January 12, 2024

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Court Ruling: Team Drivers Must be Paid for Some Hours Spent in Sleeper Berth

In a recent decision by the 1st Circuit appellate court, it was determined that truck drivers working in teams are entitled to compensation under ...

January 12, 2024

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OOIDA Urges Revision in Missouri Law on Towing

In an ongoing effort at the Missouri statehouse, there is a renewed push to empower truck drivers with the ability to file complaints if ...

January 11, 2024

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Navigating the Road to Career Growth: 6 Tips for Truck Drivers to Take their Careers to New Heights

In the dynamic world of trucking, professional drivers often seek avenues for career growth and advancement. And, with the stability and security a career ...

January 11, 2024

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Diesel Prices Could Remain Low Throughout 2024, EIA and GasBuddy Report

At the start of 2023, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) came out with a bold prediction, forecasting a decline in passenger vehicle gasoline ...

January 11, 2024

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FTR Reports Healthy Levels for Class 8 Tractor Orders

According to a recent FTR Transportation Intelligence (FTR) report, orders for Class 8 tractors have hit healthy, sustainable numbers in 2024. In December 2023, ...

January 11, 2024

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FMCSA Sets Date for Next Truck Leasing Task Force Meeting

The Truck Leasing Task Force (TLTF) created through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is scheduled to conduct a virtual meeting on Jan. ...

January 10, 2024

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New Crime Bill Focuses on Reducing Instances of Vehicle Break-Ins in Areas like Parking Lots

A Missouri state legislator, Rep. Jim Murphy, R-St. Louis is proposing stricter measures against individuals attempting to engage in the crime of breaking into ...

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January 10, 2024

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Your Voice is Needed: New Survey Asks About Barriers for Females Joining Trucking Industry

The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has created a survey aimed at uncovering the perceived barriers hindering the entry of women into the trucking ...