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Cargo Theft Threat Increases Over Labor Day Holiday
“As most Americans will be enjoying the extra day off this Labor Day holiday, cargo thieves will be looking to take advantage of unattended cargo.”
Senate Bill Would Permit Under-21 Interstate Truck Drivers
"Three U.S. Senators have introduced a bill that would create a training pathway for truck drivers between the ages of 18 and 21 to be able to move freight across state lines."
Uber Shuts Down Self Driving Truck Program
“When they acquired Otto two years ago, analysts thought Uber was on the verge of taking over the trucking industry…”
Under-21 Military CDL Pilot Program Announced
“The FMCSA has announced that it would be launching a pilot program that will allow certain 18 to 21 year old military veterans or reservists to operate commercial vehicles interstate. The agency is seeking comments from the public and trucking industry stakeholders on the program over the next 60 days…”
10 Ways Commercial Truckers Provide Us Freedom
“In the United States, commercial truckers provide more freedom than one could imagine. Truck drivers are not only the backbone of the American way of life, but they ensure the American economy continues to be the world leader it is today. Here are eight ways truckers provide freedom in the U.S.A...”
Inspection Blitz to Focus on Hours-of-Service Compliance
"CVSA's International Roadcheck 2018, slated for June 5-7, will focus on hours-of-service compliance…"
CMV Drivers to Carry Medical Cards for Three More Years
“A new federal rule to eliminate the need for CMV drivers to carry their medical cards has been delayed…”
FMCSA Now Recording ELD Violations in SMS
“ELD violations found during roadside inspections are being used in the Safety Measurement System (SMS)…”
Truckers Create Wall to Save Man Trying to Take His Own Life
“The 13 truckers formed a wall to save a man’s life. A great story of strangers helping strangers…”
ELD Hard Enforcement Starting April 1st
"On April 1st, law enforcement officials will begin issuing out-of-service orders to truckers who are not in compliance..."
OOD at MATS 2018
"Owner Operator Direct is geared up to see you in Booth #68096 at this year’s Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS), which runs March 22-24 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Kentucky...."
FMCSA Announces Temporary 90 Day ELD Waiver for Agriculture and Livestock... Again!
"FMCSA grants another temporary, 90 day ELD waiver to agriculture and livestock haulers..."
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