Afleveringen
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For several decades now, Doyle Archer has mostly gone by one title, professional truck driver. But now, he can add a new one. Guinness World Records recently confirmed him as the world’s oldest active professional truck driver. The 90-year-old trucker shares a lifetime of trucking stories with us. Then Marty Ellis, the man who drives the OOIDA tour truck, tells us about his recent travels, along with thoughts on FMCSA’s so-called Green Book, a new trend that involves speeding and social media and more.
0:00 – Newscast
10:34 – Doyle Archer: World’s oldest active professional truck driver
40:25 – “Green Book” questions & troubling new social media trend
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The 42nd annual SuperRigs is underway in Texas. We speak with an organizer about the event and one of the judges about what's in store. Plus, new details into FMCSA’s plans to streamline its online registration system and stifle fraudsters in the process. And finally, we’ll take a trip to Colorado, where the governor just signed a bill into law that puts several new restrictions on truckers in place.
0:00 – Newscast
10:34 – 42nd annual SuperRigs underway
25:18 – Overhaul of online registration system
40:25 – Colorado law revises commercial vehicle rules
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Lower freight volumes and lower spot rates have been the norm for several months now – but are better times right around the corner? Owner-operators who took part in a new survey seem to think so. Then, breaking down the implications of moving from one state to another on your commercial driver’s license. And finally, June is a busy month for spot freight. We'll have the latest numbers on load-posting activity and the lanes to monitor as we head into summer.
0:00 – Newscast
10:34 – Bloomberg/Truckstop Truckload Survey
25:18 – CDL implications of changing states
40:25 – Spot market update
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Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers explains his involvement in two separate lawsuits against the EPA and California Air Resources Board over their strict new emission rules. Then, two younger OOIDA board members talk about the importance of being politically active in the trucking industry. And finally, a preview of the next two meetings of the Truck Leasing Task Force.
0:00 – Newscast
10:34 – Nebraska AG Mike Hilgers on EPA, CARB lawsuits
25:18 – Importance of political activism as a trucker
40:25 – Upcoming Truck Leasing Task Force meetings
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The filing season for the Heavy Highway Vehicle Use Tax, Form 2290, is officially open. We’ll have a refresher on what you need to know. Also, a hot temper on the side of the road could have a lasting effect if your behavior is noted on a traffic ticket. We speak with the guys at Road Law about keeping your cool. And Jake Elovirta, CVSA’s Director of Enforcement Programs, joins us to give you an idea of what you can expect at the group’s next safety blitz, Operation Safe Driver.
0:00 – It’s time to file Form 2290 again
10:23 – Keeping your cool at roadside
25:17– Roadcheck is over – here comes another safety blitz
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A new fuel called hydrotreated vegetable oil is different from biodiesel and similar to traditional diesel. Also, filing season for Form 2290 is underway. And our roundtable discusses a new piece of legislation that would give the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration some muscle when it comes to dealing with fraudsters and legal action against the Environmental Protection Agency’s emission rules. Then, you may be leaving the front door open to hackers if you’re not doing a few simple things regarding your passwords.
0:00 – It’s time to file Form 2290 again
10:23 – Volvo pioneers a possible replacement for diesel
25:17– Bill would give FMCSA some anti-fraud punch
40:25 – Some basic advice on computer passwords
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Bryce Mongeon of OOIDA explains how a measure in the U.S. House would give the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration more power to crack down on fraudsters. Also, what are the actual figures regarding underride crashes involving large trucks? OOIDA’s Jay Grimes offers an update on the debate. And OOIDA’s advocacy counsel, Paul Torlina, discusses broker-carrier agreements. Then, OOIDA tour truck driver Marty Ellis is a big supporter of various trucking charities. One he regularly gives to – Truckers Final Mile – helps families during one of the most difficult times in their lives.
0:00 – Bill targets rampant fraud in trucking
10:23 – Underride debate rages on at committee
25:17– The red flags in broker-carrier agreements
40:25 – A group that helps trucking families in their worst moment
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Andrew King of the OOIDA Foundation joins the show to talk about the feasibility – or lack thereof – of the EPA’s truck emission ambitions. Also, the Kansas Turnpike is going completely cashless July 1 – and it should make life easier for truckers on the road. And Brent Hutto at Truckstop breaks down the effect of CVSA’s International Roadcheck on the spot market.
0:00 – Newscast
10:23 – Is the move to electric feasible?
25:17 – Kansas Turnpike goes cashless
40:25 – Roadcheck and its effect on the freight market
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Cargo theft is a growing problem. We’ll explore how bad the problem has become and what truckers can do to avoid becoming a victim. Also, what do you do when you get a notice in the mail with a return address of “IRS”? We’ll get some advice from Shasta May of MBA Tax and Bookkeeping Service. And a law in Georgia that allowed people to sue a trucker’s insurance company directly is now off the books. Meanwhile, a new law allows local idling rules in Colorado.
0:00 – Newscast
10:22 – How to avoid the growing cargo theft problem
24:59 – The best way to handle a notice from the IRS
40:23 – Georgia says “no” to direct suits against truck insurance companies
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Shailen Bhatt, administrator of the Federal Highway Administration, discusses a $148 million round of grants aimed at reducing emission from large trucks at ports. Also, OOIDA advises everyone to avoid lease-purchase agreements at all costs, but some might wonder why. We'll take a look. And FMCSA has made some changes to the pilot program designed to bring drivers under 21 years of age into the interstate trucking workforce. We’ll have an update.
0:00 – Newscast
10:22 – FHWA grants meant to replace trucks at ports
24:59 – OOIDA: Avoid the problems with lease-purchase agreements
40:23 – FMCSA tweaks under-21 pilot program to attract more people
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Ryder has a new report that lays out the cost of transitioning from diesel to electric trucks, not only for Ryder itself but also for the greater economy. Then, Terry Wells joined the U.S. Navy at his mother’s urging – but later decided he wanted to pursue a career in trucking. Now, his carrier has purchased a truck for him that honors his military service.
0:00 – Newscast
10:22 – Ryder says transitioning to electric will cost some big bucks
24:59 – Carrier honors veteran with the design of his new truck
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The new rule on broker financial responsibility is final – something that has significant impact on truckers who interact with brokers. Also, an OOIDA board member had the honor of hauling the Wall That Heals recently. We speak with him about how, despite this being his third time, it's still one of the most memorable loads he's ever taken. And Marty Ellis is hearing from truckers about some pretty common concerns: inspections, warnings, personal conveyance and DataQ.
0:00 – Newscast
10:22 – Vietnam Memorial replica gets another trip on a truck
24:59 – Broker financial responsibility rule is final
40:23 – Inspections, warnings, personal conveyance and more
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The first four months of this year have been a challenge, but DAT expects to see the effects of seasonality on freight volumes and rates. Also, an OOIDA life member says it was his faith and trucking that brought him out of homelessness. We speak with Tim Guest, who shares his story of how losing everything led to a fulfilling life. And a hot temper on the side of the road could have a lasting effect if your behavior is noted on a traffic ticket. The guys at Road Law discuss how keeping your cool could help you legally.
0:00 – Newscast
10:22 – Trucker describes his struggle to overcome homelessness
24:59 – Keeping your temper in check at roadside, and how it can help you
40:23 – How will the change in seasons affect the spot market?
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Roadcheck isn’t the only safety blitz this year; Operation Safe Driver is also coming up. Jake Elovirta of CVSA will be with us to give you an idea of what you can expect. Also, the winner of this year’s Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award joins the program to discuss his life, his military experience and his post-military career. And the Ohio Turnpike is setting up a cashless system – although for some customers, tollbooths will remain in place. Chuck Cyrill of the Ohio Turnpike Commission explains.
0:00 – Newscast
10:22 – A military career that transitioned to trucking
24:59 – Roadcheck is here; another enforcement blitz is ahead
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Inspectors will fan out across the country to do Level 1 inspections on trucks – including focuses on drugs and tractor protection systems. Also, a trucker discusses his upcoming trip to haul the Wall That Heals, a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. And several states are considering or have passed changes to rules that govern automated cameras meant to enforce either red lights or speed limits.
0:00 – Newscast
10:22 – Hauling the Wall That Heals.
24:59 – What will Roadcheck focus on this year?
40:23 – States consider changes to traffic camera rules
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Our series commemorating Military Appreciation Month continues with an Army veteran/former truck driver who’s getting back on his feet thanks to the Veterans Community Project. Then, from admonishments in Congress to eyebrow-raising cost analysis from a well-known trucking company and more, the aggressive push to electrify the trucking industry is getting more attention and quite a bit more pushback. And finally, an OOIDA board member explains the importance of using your voice as a truck driver.
0:00 – Newscast
10:33 – From homeless to full of hope
25:16 – Pushback on push to electrify trucking industry
40:24 – Using your voice for greater good
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FMCSA is undertaking a project to alert the general public about sharing the road with large trucks. OOIDA’s Jay Grimes has the details. Also, Norita Taylor and Nikki Johnson of OOIDA discuss the Association’s work to help support U.S. troops overseas and at home. And ELDs have long been unpopular – due in part to their inflexibility. Marty Ellis says some truckers are trying to cope in a not-so-proper way, and one weigh station has figured that out.
0:00 – Newscast
10:22 – OOIDA’s efforts to help support the troops
24:59 – FMCSA to cars: Time to share the road
40:23 – Weigh station figures out ELD shenanigans
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The Veterans Community Project is unique among similar programs. It doesn’t just allow dogs into its communities – it welcomes them. Also, Andrew King of the OOIDA Foundation tells us about the importance of creating a business plan and how people can avoid being part of the 50% of businesses that fail by their fifth year. And spot freight volume increased 2.6% week over week. We'll have the latest on market conditions, including the ups and downs over the past two weeks, with Brent Hutto of TruckStop.
0:00 – Newscast
10:22 – Veterans Community Project has gone to the dogs – and it’s a good thing
24:59 – The importance of creating a business plan
40:23 – Freight volume up on the spot market
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Tyson Fisher brings us an update on the truck parking crisis, including plans for tens of thousands of paid truck parking spaces nationwide. Also, Sylvia Dodson, Mike Schermoly and Jay Grimes discuss how taking part in Mission: Military Appreciation can benefit truckers as well as our troops. And Colorado lawmakers have finished work on a bill that would change chain laws, left lane rules and speed enforcement in the state.
0:00 – Newscast
10:22 – A mission that helps truckers as well as the troops
24:59 – Will the free market solve truck parking?
40:23 – Big changes to truck rules may be coming to Colorado
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Truckers are pointing out a new trend – shippers and others requiring those truckers to download a specific app on their smartphones. Also, this week is Mission: Military Appreciation at OOIDA. Executive Vice President Lewie Pugh describes how he got into trucking in the U.S. Army and how that led to a career in a commercial motor vehicle. And violations in your personal vehicle don’t stay there – they can impact your commercial driver's license, as well.
0:00 – Newscast
10:22 – Getting into trucking via the military.
24:59 – Personal vehicle violations can follow you into trucking
40:23 – Why are shippers making truckers download apps?
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