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Nearly all smartphones are now equipped with a Do Not Disturb feature – and if you use it when you should, it could save a life. Also, an Oregon plan to expand I-5 is the subject of a new lawsuit. However, it leads to a bigger topic: Do highway-widening projects work? What’s on your Motor Vehicle Record could potentially have a huge impact on your career – and ability to make a living. And pressure on the spot market is making rates go up. We’ll find out how things look in the freight market from Brent Hutto of TruckStop. 0:00 – Will I-5 expansion plan accomplish its goal? 10:15 – A simple feature on your phone could save a life. 25:08 – Taking care of the information on your MVR. 40:20 – Spot market shows signs of rising rates.

A federal agency is looking into four wrecks involving Tesla’s “full self-driving mode,” which could affect the future of autonomous trucks. Also, many owner-operators are unsure whether they are in fact making money. And fixing that is a process even the most math challenged can do. And plenty of truckers want to improve their tractor-trailer. We’ll tell you five things that you can do to get the most bang for your buck are. 0:00 – Newscast.  10:15 – How can you tell if you’re making a profit? 25:08 – Five ways to get the most bang for your buck on your truck. 40:20 – Feds investigate safety of self-driving feature.

A case involving a trucker, CBD, a drug test and a firing has reached the Supreme Court – serving as a cautionary tale about unregulated products. Also, a recent study by two researchers at Auburn University indicates that women are the safest truck drivers. They’ll go over their results. 0:00 – Newscast 10:15 – Supreme Court hears case involving truck driver fired over CBD usage 25:08 – Study says women make safer truck drivers

A study that sought to determine a connection between driver pay and driver safety fell short, but not for lack of trying. It did yield some results, however – with findings that showed that those who continue perpetuating the “driver shortage” narrative don’t really have a leg to stand on. And then, in a reversal of a traditional problem, why are more trucks starting to park in RV spaces instead of the other way around? 0:00 – Newscast  10:25 – Driver pay study misses the mark 25:09 – Another nail in the “driver shortage” coffin 40:21 – Trucks now parking in RV spaces?

The Supreme Court won’t take up a case covering California’s AB5. So what does that mean for truckers in that state and other lawsuits? Also, truck parking, driver compensation and the economy were drivers’ top concerns in the annual ATRI Top Industry Issues survey, and the National Academies of Sciences has released a report about compensation and safety in trucking that contains familiar themes. Then, California Gov. Gavin Newsom’s pursuit of a way to address high fuel costs in the state has resulted in a new state law. 0:00 – Supreme Court passes on AB5 case  10:15 – What concerns truckers most? ATRI has an answer 25:08 – What role does pay play in safety? 40:20 – California acts to combat higher fuel prices

It’s been tough lately for small carriers. But we’ve seen over three months of rates that are above the same month’s the previous year. Also, fuel is a huge expense for any owner-operator – but Trevor Williams, OOIDA’s fuel card coordinator, says there are plenty of ways to save at the pump. And getting compensated for a loss when someone causes a wreck is important, but it’s also important to be compensated for your downtime. 0:00 – Newscast.  10:15 – Saving money on fuel is vital to success in trucking. 25:08 – Making sure you’re compensated for downtime. 40:20 – A little glimmer of hope in this week’s rates.

In the wake of the Key Bridge collapse, researchers are considering what other crossings could be taken down by a wayward container ship. Also, the EIA’s latest short-term energy outlook says diesel prices will likely decline over the coming months. We’ll go through the data. And ELDs were supposed to be for hours-of-service compliance only, but more entities want to use the devices to track truckers’ location. 0:00 – Feds says fuel prices likely to drop.  10:15 – More brokers, others tracking truckers using ELDs. 25:08 – Looking for other bridges vulnerable to collapse.

A program that pays residents a bounty for reporting trucks for idling is very real, and it’s costing New York City truckers a lot of money. Also, OOIDA is stepping in to support a court case that challenges California’s AB5 – and that case could end up before the U.S. Supreme Court. And a lot of drivers ask if someone can help them “clean up” their driving record. And while that sounds wonderful, is it possible? And what’s involved? 0:00 – OOIDA steps in to court case challenging AB5.  10:15 – Can you ‘clean up’ your driving record? 25:08 – Bounty program draws ire of New York truckers.

A confusing court case has left oilfield drivers in the lurch in terms of overtime pay. And a bill in Congress would fix the situation. Also, in the wake of the two recent hurricanes, officials are warning truckers about going into some areas. We’ll cover that latest information. Then, from the people stepping up to help hurricane victims to whoever slashed 56 tires on trucks in Tennessee, we’ll offer up some Roses and Razzberries. And what should you do if you ever find your tires slashed? The experts from OOIDA’s Truck Insurance Department offer some insight. 0:00 – Cautions for truckers going into hurricane zones  10:15 – Court case creates confusion for oil field drivers 25:08 – Roses and Razzberries 40:20 – How to deal with tire slashings in Tennessee

OOIDA’s Jay Grimes joins us to go over what you need to know if you’re going to get involved in recovery efforts after the recent hurricanes. Also, FMCSA offers a place online for people to report when someone tries to coerce them into violating federal safety regulations. We’ll offer some details. And OOIDA tour truck driver Marty Ellis provides a reminder about an important educational opportunity for people who want to become owner-operators. 0:00 – Newscast 10:15 – What truckers need to know in the wake of recent hurricanes 25:08 – Reporting people who try to coerce you 40:05 – Time running out to get in on educational opportunity

What started as a request to change a hairstyle ended with one man being fired – and now a lawsuit against an Iowa-based trucking company. Also, there’s a new paid parking app on the scene. We’ll have that, plus the newest list of cities cracking down on truck parking. And Brent Hutto of Truckstop stops by to talk about freight market conditions in the wake of Hurricane Helene and more. 0:00 – Newscast.  10:15 – Discrimination claim leads to lawsuit against carrier. 25:08 – The Parking Zone. 40:05 – Hurricane has big impact on spot market.

We’ll offer a look ahead to what we can expect when FMCSA issues a broker transparency rule. Also, Hamish Woodrow of Motive talks about what’s happening at the ports – as well as what that says about the state of trucking and the economy. And a lot of truckers have spoken out regarding the rising cost of insurance. So why is that happening? Then, California’s governor vetoed a bill that would have banned driverless trucks, as well as another bill that would have studied the state’s most dangerous roads. 0:00 – A peek ahead at the broker transparency proposal  10:15 – Some good economic news from the ports 25:08 – Why is the cost of truck insurance rising? 40:05 – California governor vetoes ban on driverless trucks

The port strike is over, but for truckers, many problems that existed before the strike remain unresolved. We’ll cover some highlights. Also, UCR, IRP, IFTA – they all mean that permit-renewal season is upon us. We’ll have an update from OOIDA’s Permits and Licensing Department. And as truckers continue to struggle with low rates, it’s more important than ever to know what it costs you to run each and every mile. We’ll offer a how-to. 0:00 – Newscast  10:15 – Working our way through the alphabet soup of permits 25:08 – You can’t make money if you don’t know how much it costs to run 40:05 – End of port strike means back to familiar problems

Truckstop is offering truckers some advice for staying fit while working in this particular profession – something quite difficult to do. Also, OOIDA Executive Vice President Lewie Pugh testifies before a congressional committee, and a consumer protection agency speaks out on lease-purchase plans. Then, OOIDA tour truck driver Marty Ellis says some of the truckers visiting the Spirit are talking about whether it would be good for the feds to economically regulate trucking once again. 0:00 – Newscast  10:15 – Advice for staying fit while on the road 25:08 – OOIDA’s Pugh tells Congress regulation has become dysfunctional 40:05 – Some in trucking pine for the old days of economic regulation

Two stories are dominating the trucking world right now: Hurricane Helene and the port strike. Mark Schremmer of Land Line Magazine stops by with analysis. And law enforcement wants restrictions on personal conveyance, but OOIDA says no thanks. Plus, other regulatory guidance under review. Then, hurricane season has brought up an often-misunderstood aspect of hours of service – the rule on adverse driving conditions. We’ll explain when to use it. And California’s governor is calling state lawmakers for a special session to address fuel-price spikes in the state. 0:00 – Hurricane, port strike continue to affect trucking  10:15 – OOIDA: Leave personal conveyance rules alone 25:08 – When can you use rule on adverse driving conditions? 40:05 – California governor targets fuel-price spikes  

Several factors will determine what happens with the supply chain in the next few weeks, but stormy waters could appear in the near future. Also, if you’re on tax extensions, now is the time to act. Meanwhile, a recent change to the per diem deduction could put more money in some truckers’ pockets. And Andy McCulloch of Michelin discusses the most important ways your car tires are different from your truck tires. 0:00 – Newscast  10:15 – Supply chain OK for now, but hurricane, strike could spark major disruption soon 25:08 – Tax extension deadline approaches; per diem changes 40:05 – Key differences between car and truck tires

The port strike joins Hurricane Helene as factors freight-moving industries are facing as they try to keep the supply chain in motion. Also, Bryan Martin of Chrome Shop Mafia shares the top five things you can do to improve your cab comfort. And Alex Clark of CDL Legal explains how your behavior at a traffic stop could affect your operation going forward – as well as your motor vehicle record. Then, the deadline for Congress to pass annual spending bills has passed, and it’s put a temporary measure in place. 0:00 – Port strike and hurricane likely to hit supply chain, fuel prices 10:07 – Top five things to increase your cab comfort 25:00 – The best way to handle a traffic stop 40:06 – Congress kicks the can down the road on annual spending

Arrive Logistics’ David Spencer foresees a significant impact on freight rates from Hurricane Helene and the possible port strike. Also, OOIDA’s advocacy counsel, Paul Torlina, gives us a sneak peek inside the presentation on factoring he’ll give at the upcoming Truck To Success seminar. And Jim Nebergall of Cummins offers some insight into what the engine maker is doing regarding hydrogen combustion as a fuel for trucks. 0:00 – Rates likely to react to hurricane, potential strike 10:07 – Factoring – when to use it, when not to 25:00 – Engine maker puts resources into hydrogen combustion

Rep. Dan Newhouse explains some of the concerns he has with the EPA’s new emission standards for heavy trucks taking effect in 2032. Then, many truckers will want to help those in need after Hurricane Helene, and the director of the American Logistics Aid Network explains how you can. We’ll also have the latest on the hurricane’s impact, as well as a review of FMCSA’s call for feedback on its guidance documents. And truckers are talking with OOIDA tour truck driver Marty Ellis about something we previously haven’t heard a lot about in trucking – age discrimination. 0:00 – How you can help out in the wake of the hurricane  10:07 – Congressman: New EPA truck rules a “forced green transition” 25:00 – Hurricane Helene update 40:06 – How big a problem is age discrimination in trucking?

Connected vehicle technology links vehicles to other vehicles and even infrastructure – and the feds don’t want it coming from China. Also, for 11 years now, TA-Petro Travel Centers has honored truckers with a special program that names a truck stop after them. And truckers continue to talk about low rates, but there are signs on the horizon that things may soon get better. We’ll get an update from Brent Hutto of Truckstop. 0:00 – Newscast  10:07 – Feds want to cut off connected vehicle technology from China, other adversaries 25:00 – Citizen Driver Award getting ready for this year’s honorees 40:06 – Looking ahead to better times in the freight market