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California Trucking Association withdraws from AB5 legal battle

The CTA’s decision comes after a federal district court rejected a new request from the association After a long legal battle against AB5, the California Trucking Association (CTA) has decided to withdraw from this controversy in the transportation sector. The AB5 law, which came into effect in 2020, aimed to change the classification of workers […]

New California law offers major change in vehicle theft prosecution

The new law aims to tackle the growing concern over attacks on truckers and their trucks A new legislation in California promises to transform the way vehicle burglaries, both passenger and commercial, are addressed, simplifying the process of prosecuting these crimes. The new law, supported by the Independent Drivers Owners-Operators Association, aims to tackle the […]

California Senate to vote on bill increasing weight limits for zero-emission trucks

The California Senate may soon vote on a bill that would clarify the maximum gross weight limit The California State Assembly is about to approve a bill that sets weight limits for trucks powered by natural gas and electric batteries. Previously, adjustments have been made to weight limits for these vehicles: in 2015, a federal […]

California autonomous vehicle regulations: balancing safety and innovation

Organizations such as the OOIDA recognize the advancement of this technology but warn about the challenges In California, legislative efforts addressing concerns about autonomous trucks and vehicles continue in the Senate. Among these is the latest bill that bans the use of autonomous vehicles weighing at least 10,001 pounds for testing, cargo transportation, or passenger […]

Advanced speed assistance technology to cut traffic accidents in California

California has taken a significant step toward reducing traffic fatalities by mandating speed assistance technology in all new cars and trucks A new bill in California has taken a significant step toward implementation, aiming to reduce traffic fatalities by mandating speed assistance technology in all new cars and trucks sold in the state. On August […]

Regulating truck use of left lanes across the U.S.

States in the United States continue to implement laws prohibiting trucks from using the left lane In the United States, accidents and collisions involving semi-trucks are frequent due to specific traffic regulations. These incidents often result in serious injuries to passengers in other vehicles, contributing to high annual mortality rates. To address this issue, some […]

Legislative push for the Truck Parking Safety Enhancement Act

Representatives sent a letter urging to bring the bill to a full House vote In an unprecedented coordinated effort, over a dozen industry interest groups in the trucking sector, led by the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA), are urging the United States House of Representatives to advance the Truck Parking Safety Improvement Act (HR2367). This […]

Briefs: marijuana reclassification, vehicle fees, and climate grants

The trucking industry goes through new legislation, taxes and subsidies Questions about the proposed reclassification of marijuana The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) supports the recent review by the U.S. Department of Transportation of its drug policy but raises questions about the proposed reclassification of marijuana. OOIDA submitted comments on July 22 regarding the DEA’s […]

Summer fuel tax surge in five states

California, Indiana, Missouri, Illinois, and Virginia will see increases in fuel taxes starting July 1st Summer will not only bring an increase in temperatures. Starting from July 1st, California, Indiana, Missouri, Illinois, and Virginia will see relatively routine increases in fuel taxes take effect. According to reports, the states will experience an approximately 4-cent increase […]

Federal initiatives for zero-emission, autonomous trucks and moving scams

Operation Protect Your Move, regulations for autonomous trucking and push for zero-emission trucks in the U.S ports FMCSA Launches Operation Protect Your Move The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) continues its efforts to protect the public from moving scams and brokers. On May 20, the agency launched the Operation Protect Your Move to address […]