Who will be the transportation secretary in the upcoming Trump administration? A number of interesting names are being floated. Also, the Veterans Community Project began in Kansas City, Mo. We'll speak with the folks at that location, as well as another in Missouri. Then, SJ Munoz, Tyson Fisher and Ryan Witkowski of Land Line Magazine will offer u…

The Republican Party is set to control Congress, the White House and the Supreme Court. Will trucking issues like speed limiters or parking move ahead? Also, the Transition Trucking Driving for Excellence Award honors the top rookie trucker who is a veteran. This year’s contest is underway. And some drivers have a device that flips up their license…

What the Veterans Community Project is building at its campus in Sioux Falls, S.D., is changing lives, one veteran at a time. Also, truckers being coerced into violating the regulations have a place where they can report that to the federal government – and we’ll explain how to use it. Then, OOIDA tour truck driver Marty Ellis says there used to be…

As OOIDA’s Truckers For Troops campaign continues, Land Line Now takes you to the Veterans Community Project site in Longmont, Colo., to see how it spends every day helping veterans in need. Then, we give advice on handling a ticket and why you should always pause before paying it off. And finally, we offer a look at the latest spot market data and…

An OOIDA Foundation survey sheds some new light on the lack of truck parking nationwide. Also, we’ll speak with a few people who’ve been around since the very beginning of Truckers For Troops about its history. And a Colorado DOT official explains why the state is putting a handheld cellphone ban in place for all vehicles. Then, the OOIDA Board of …

FMCSA wants to delay the compliance date for a broker financial responsibility rule. Also, a broker transparency proposal was supposed to come last month, but we’re still waiting. And carrier tracking, harassing phone calls and other problems are poisoning the relationship between some brokers and carriers. Then, OOIDA tour truck driver Marty Ellis…

Now that Election Day is behind us, we'll discuss what the results mean for trucking. Also, officials from Trucker Path and Truckers Against Trafficking discuss making reporting suspicious activity around sex trafficking easier. And across the country, voters earlier this week made their views known on a series of transportation-related ballot issu…

The holiday-shipping season is about to pick up steam, and Hamish Woodrow of Motive is cautiously optimistic. Also, Jami Jones goes over details of FMCSA’s final rule on oral fluid drug testing. And from more federal funding for truck parking projects to another city moving to ban truck parking on city streets, Tyson Fisher joins us for another edi…

Currently, we’re tracking a change to the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. And it could have a big effect on a large number of truckers. Also, the insurance claims process after an incident can take a long time, but video footage can speed up that process and save you some money. And as they do with any new thing that comes along, bad guys have foun…

Is the under-21 pilot program for interstate trucking meeting its goals? We’ll find out what the Congressional Research Service says. Also, OOIDA is working to dispel the driver shortage myth, increase truck parking and encourage lawmakers to show their support for the industry. And a small eastern Tennessee town cut off by flooding from Hurricane …

The Truck Leasing Task Force estimates that at least 200,000 truck drivers have been negatively affected by predatory lease-purchase agreements – and that’s a conservative estimate. Land Line Now has full coverage of this week’s task force meeting. Then, Bryan Martin of Chrome Shop Mafia shares advice that could be helpful for any trucker who feels…

When it comes to cybersecurity, drivers and carriers need to stay vigilant – and we’ve got tips on how to do that. Plus, speaking of security concerns, electronic logging devices have fallen into that category for years, but now there’s a new thing to be concerned about: the vulnerabilities of autonomous trucks. A new federal agency is looking into…

The director of the American Logistics Aid Network offers an update on relief efforts in the wake of two hurricanes in the Southeast. Also, there are ways truck drivers can protect themselves against predatory towing – and the insurance options they choose can play a big role. Then, seasonality in the market is returning, and rates are heading in a…

We’re doing something a little different on today’s program: running a single interview. Jimmy Mac works for RadioNemo, which produces the Dave Nemo Show. He follows in the footsteps of trucking radio legends – including, of course, Dave Nemo, who’s been in trucking radio for more than 50 years. Now that Nemo is on his version of a farewell tour, M…

How you prepare for taxes should be a year-round effort to manage your business and get the best results. Tax expert Barry Fowler explains. Also, women are taking a bigger role in trucking, and some of them are being honored for the work they do behind the wheel. We’ll talk with one, Christie Tilton. 0:00 – Newscast 10:15 – What you need to know ab…

Tesla’s full self-driving feature is in the crosshairs of federal regulators, but an attorney and traffic safety expert worries it may be too little, too late. Plus, NHTSA has begun to examine the way in which states collect crash data – and while that may not sound like a big deal, the end result could factor into the decision-making process for t…

Attendees of OOIDA’s Truck to Success seminar explain how the comprehensive course is helping them plan for the future. Plus, a preview of next week’s Truck Leasing Task Force meeting, along with new details on changes to FMCSA’s motor carrier registration system. Then, what paperwork you need to keep in the cab at all times. And finally, a rundown…

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 …

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’…

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 t…

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 …

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…

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 …

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 mo…

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” thei…

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 whoeve…

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…

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…

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, C…

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 importa…

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…

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-misunderstoo…

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 …

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 f…

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 th…

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…

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 t…

An incident involving a car driven by a teenager has prompted a federal safety agency to issue a warning about marijuana and driving. Also, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has given another motor carrier an exemption for flashing brake lights. And a hurricane threatens Florida. Then, a bill in Congress would force federal agencies t…

A need to preempt natural avalanches prompted Utah Department of Transportation officials to come up with a better, safer system to use in winter months. Also, average diesel prices are up for the first time in more than two months, and the U.S. Department of Labor is stepping in with a port strike looming next week. Then, people really need a seco…

The Georgia Governor’s Office of Highway Safety took an in-depth look at distracted driving and what’s causing it in a new report. Also, Land Line Now offers an overview of OOIDA’s Truck To Success seminar scheduled for October, including what truckers will learn there. And two communities in Florida have changed their rules after many years, now b…

Opposition to a New York City program that relies on residents to report idling trucks is growing. Jami Jones of Land Line Magazine explains. Also, brokers are adding more and more contract requirements that truckers are obligated to meet – and it’s causing problems for truckers. Then, LEDs allow you to do all kinds of things with lights that were …

An NTSB investigation into a 2022 crash put most of the blame on a motor carrier, but there is far more to the story. We’ll explain. Also, Bryce Mongeon of OOIDA offers some insight into a new study regarding detention time. And a Georgia congressman explains why he opposed a bill that would raise the minimum required insurance coverage for motor c…

A possible dockworkers’ strike on the East Coast and Gulf Coast could create problems in the trucking industry, at ports and beyond. Also, an ATRI survey on detention time found that on the whole, the problem is on the decline in the trucking industry. And when it comes to hiring on a driver, there are a few things you should take into consideratio…

OSHA is cracking down on a company that thumbed its nose at hours-of-service rules – and it’s going to cost the company a substantial fine. Also, a Texas program that is designed to turn traffic lights green for trucks in city traffic is expanding to new parts of the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Then, how do attorneys handle the situation when a client …

The OOIDA Foundation is tracking some positive developments in its latest quarterly market report – but don’t get your hopes up quite yet. Plus, getting a ticket or inspection violation is frustrating enough, even more so when you don’t know how it’s going to affect your record. This advice might help. Then, the American Logistics Aid Network steps…

A U.S. Senator is calling on FMCSA to crack down on unlicensed commercial truck drivers in the wake of several incidents. We’ll discuss that, along with the denial of an ELD exemption request and more as we cover the news of the day. Then, with so much information out there, it’s easy to get fooled. How do you navigate through the confusion? Plus, …

Like a horror movie villain that just won’t stay down, the bid to raise the minimum insurance level for commercial trucks is back in the spotlight. Then, new details on California’s plan for autonomous trucks and a U.S. DOT update on speed limiters, broker transparency and more. Plus, why are some brokers charging certain fees that can cost thousan…

Two nuclear verdicts targeting the trucking industry have made national headlines in recent days – and both raise serious questions and concerns about where we may be heading. Plus, cargo theft cases have skyrocketed in recent years. But just how bad is it out there? ATRI intends to find out. Then, a look at the latest truck parking news across the…

FMCSA is giving the public additional time to comment on whether its regulatory guidance documents need to be updated, while support grows for a bipartisan bill that would guarantee overtime pay for truckers. Plus, there’s nothing good about being involved in an accident, but if you are, look into something called “downtime compensation.” Then, Lan…

The ripple effects of the pandemic continue to be felt in the trucking industry. Two new reports are a reminder of that. One shows a decline in the number of traffic fatalities, while another shows a drop in the number of trucking jobs. Plus, Pilot Flying J is spending the month of September giving thanks to professional drivers. An OOIDA member ce…