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Economy Once Again Trucking’s Top Concern
Economy Once Again Trucking’s Top Concern The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has released its 20th annual Top Industry Issues report that identifies the trucking industry’s leading concerns. This year’s list includes the Economy, Truck Parking, Lawsuit Abuse Reform, Insurance Cost and Availability, and rising four spots from last year, Battery Electric Vehicles. You can…
Read MoreATRI Seeks Insights on Changing Truck Driver Demographics
ATRI Seeks Insights on Changing Truck Driver Demographics The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is conducting research to understand the make-up of the U.S. truck driver population and how it is changing over time. This brief survey will seek insights on professional and personal aspects of truck drivers today, enabling ATRI to understand the shifts…
Read MoreFMCSA Grants Oregon’s CDL Exemption
FMCSA Grants Oregon’s CDL Exemption On Sept. 25, FMCSA granted a five-year exemption to the Oregon Department of Transportation (Oregon) from the CDL rules concerning acceptable proof of citizenship. ODOT requested the exemption from the proof of citizenship CDL requirements to be allowed to issue standard commercial learner permits (CLPs) and CDLs, rather than issuing…
Read MoreTwo Oregon Community Colleges Get Infrastructure Funds to Grow CDL Programs
Two Oregon Community Colleges Get Infrastructure Funds to Grow CDL Programs Two community colleges in Oregon have received federal funding to help veterans and others get commercial driver licenses. It’s part of a larger effort to address a massive shortage of professional drivers in the U.S. Klamath Community College was awarded $135,000 and Linn-Benton Community…
Read MoreTrucking Industry Asked to Rank Top Concerns
Trucking Industry Asked to Rank Top Concerns The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) has launched the 2024 Top Industry Issues Survey. The annual survey asks trucking industry stakeholders to rank the top issues of concern for the industry along with potential strategies for addressing each issue. Now in its 20th year, ATRI’s annual analysis not…
Read MoreExtension to Emergency Waiver – HOS Regulations
Extension to Emergency Waiver – HOS Regulations Extension to Emergency Waiver Granting Suspension of Hours of Service Regulations in Response to Oregon Wildfire Activity Due to the imminent threat of wildfire across the state, Governor Kotek declared a state of emergency for Oregon effective July 12, 2024 (Executive Order No. 24-13). On July 24, Federal…
Read MoreHuman Trafficking Awareness Event – Nov. 14 in Redmond
Human Trafficking Awareness Event – Nov. 14 in Redmond SAVE THE DATE! CREATING LOCAL PARTNERSHIPS TO END HUMAN TRAFFICKING A human trafficking awareness event designed to bring together key trucking, truck stop, motorcoach, and transit stakeholders with law enforcement for training, network building and to devise shared strategies to combat human trafficking. Register Now November…
Read MoreATRI Seeks Input on Cargo Theft Crisis
ATRI Seeks Input on Cargo Theft Crisis With cargo theft a growing problem, the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) is asking motor carriers and freight brokers to participate in a new survey. Cargo theft has gone from thieves simply stealing cargo to more sophisticated impersonation schemes, which means shippers and carriers need to be more…
Read MoreNew Report: Oregon One of Most Expensive States to Drive In
New Report: Oregon One of Most Expensive States to Drive In New research used several different cost factors including gas prices, annual toll costs, annual maintenance costs, and the cheapest auto insurance prices in each state to determine which was most expensive. Based on these factors, each state was given a final cost score from…
Read MoreRequirements Eased for Cross-Border Canines
Requirements Eased for Cross-Border Canines Good news for truck drivers traveling with man’s best friend! The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is easing new regulations on dog importation. With these changes, which take effect in August, dogs entering the U.S. from countries that are dog rabies-free or low risk will be required only…
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