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Goodyear’s Highway Hero is Jorge Sanchez Monday, March 23, 2009 The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. has honored Colorado truck driver Jorge Orozco Sanchez with the 26th Goodyear North American Highway Hero Award, in recognition of his effort in saving two young girls after a horrific highway accident this past October. Trucker saves woman from crash Thursday, March 19, 2009 In a bit of positive news, a truck driver from Monroeville, WV, is being hailed as a hero after using his truck to save the life of a woman who suffered a heart attack at the wheel. OOIDA members, others blast VDOT’s rest area closure plan Friday, March 13, 2009 So far, more than 230 people have voiced concerns at two of the 11 public meetings the Virginia Department of Transportation is having around the state to discuss the proposed budget cuts. Truckers mourn loss of slain NY trucker Friday, March 13, 2009 Truckers around the country are mourning the senseless loss of one of their own. Family of slain NY trucker wants to make sure this doesn’t happen again Wednesday, March 11, 2009 The family of a 35-year-old slain truck driver plans to turn the senseless tragedy into an opportunity to educate state and federal lawmakers about some of the dangers truckers face while out on the road. ATA Counters Hours of Service Myths Wednesday, March 11, 2009 The American Trucking Associations Tuesday released a statement to the media in response to the most recent legal challenge against the hours of service rules, calling safety advocates' criticism of the rules "myths." Goodyear names finalists for 26th Highway Hero Award Wednesday, March 04, 2009 Founded by Goodyear in 1983, the Highway Hero program recognizes professional truck drivers and the often unnoticed, life-saving rescues and roadside assistance they provide as their jobs take them across North America. Truckload Carriers Association Recognizes Tommy Dodd, Wednesday, February 25, 2009 Alexandria, Virginia – The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has recognized truck driver Tommy Dodd as a Highway Angel for providing aid to a teenage accident victim despite freezing temperatures. The incident took place at approximately midnight on December 16, 2008. The weather was frigid, and there was a lot of ice on the ground. Dodd was driving his truck eastbound on I-44 near Tulsa, Oklahoma, when he saw a car strike a guardrail and roll over. He immediately stopped his rig and called 911. The Port of New York and New Jersey TWIC compliance date is fast approaching Wednesday, February 25, 2009 The Port of New York and New Jersey TWIC compliance date is fast approaching. Note, only drivers with an active SeaLink card and TWIC card registered with the Port Authority will be admitted into the terminals beginning March 23, 2009. If the TWIC card is not registered with the Port Authority, the driver's SeaLink card will be suspended and the driver will not have access to the terminals. DRBA First Agency to Boot Habitual Toll Violator Under New Law Thursday, January 29, 2009 The Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA) became the first transportation agency in Delaware to immobilize a vehicle using a “Denver Boot” for habitual toll violators. On Tuesday at 3:40 p.m., the DRBA Police Department stopped a vehicle in the toll plaza of the Delaware Memorial Bridge that had violated the toll 132 times during the past year. EPA Lists Idle-Reduction Systems Eligible for Tax Break Monday, January 26, 2009 Last year Congress granted an exemption from the 12 percent federal excise tax for idle-reduction systems such as auxiliary power units, and now the Environmental Protection Agency has come up with a list of approved systems. License testing shutdown leaves “thousands” of drivers in limbo Wednesday, January 21, 2009 Thousands of truckers may soon be traveling U.S. highways on expired CDLs without even knowing it. Traffic tickets: protect and serve or protect and profit? Thursday, January 15, 2009 It was a speeding ticket received while on vacation in Pennsylvania that set economist Thomas Garrett’s mind churning. Inauguration to Close Bridges and Highways; Plan to Keep Drivers From Car-Free Zone in D.C. Thursday, January 08, 2009 The U.S. Secret Service and regional transportation officials unveiled a plan yesterday to ban personal vehicles from all Potomac River bridge crossings from Virginia into the District and from interstates 395 and 66 inside the Capital Beltway on Inauguration Day. New Year’s Resolution for U.S. and Canadian Travelers: Get Appropriate Documents Now Thursday, January 08, 2009 The Department of Homeland Security’s U.S. Customs and Border Protection reminds U.S. and Canadian citizens that travelers will see a change in travel document requirements at the land border in 2009, and recommends travelers adopt a New Year’s resolution to prepare now and obtain the appropriate documents. The new requirements are designed to make entering the U.S. more efficient and secure. SPECIAL REPORT: Maryland toll increases unfairly target truckers Wednesday, January 07, 2009 If the Maryland Transportation Authority has its way, truckers will soon be paying up to 50-percent more to operate on state tollways. PA Turnpike Reminds Motorists of 25 Percent Increase Monday, January 05, 2009 Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission officials reminded travelers that most Turnpike tolls increased 25 percent this weekend. The new rates became effective at 12:01 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009. Shooting death of trucker moves the community Tuesday, December 30, 2008 The trucking community, a fraternity of brothers and sisters who move the nation’s freight, has been touched by the story of driver William Scott Miller of Frankfort, KY. TCA Names Highway Angel of the Year Tuesday, December 30, 2008 The Truckload Carriers Association has named Leonard "Lenny" Roach its 2008 Highway Angel of the Year for saving the life of an accident victim who otherwise would likely have drowned or frozen to death. Professional Drivers Offer Highway Safety Tips for Winter Travel Tuesday, December 23, 2008 . Fortunately, a team of million mile accident-free drivers are helping to make our roads safer. LaHood Accepts Transportation Secretary Job Thursday, December 18, 2008 Rep. Ray LaHood (R-Ill.) last night accepted an offer to become President-elect Barack Obama's transportation secretary and the nomination will be made official in coming days, two senior Democratic officials said. DRBA toll revenue hurt by fewer trucks on bridge and ferry Thursday, December 18, 2008 LOWER TOWNSHIP - First it was high gas prices that kept people from traveling, and now it's a depressed economy cutting back on commercial truck traffic. FMCSA Releases Final Rule on Roadability Wednesday, December 17, 2008 As mandated over 3 years ago by section 4118 of the Safe, Accountable, Flexible, Efficient Transportation Equity Act: A Legacy for Users (SAFETEA-LU), the FMCSA has posted in the Federal Register its long awaited final "Roadability" rulemaking that will for the first time make Intermodal Equipment Providers (IEPs) subject to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs). Specifically, the regulations will: FMCSA names 16 deadly sins for new entrants Tuesday, December 16, 2008 New motor carriers face losing their authority if they commit any one of the newly identified 16 deadly sins that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration outlines in a new final rule. New Jersey unveils 40-point plan to cut greenhouse gas emissions Tuesday, December 16, 2008 Generating clean energy through wind power is one way of meeting the state's Energy Master Plan goals, but a new plan issued Monday seeks to cut the state's dependence on greenhouse gases by removing them from the equation. ATRIi Releases Analysis of Operational Costs of Trucking Tuesday, December 16, 2008 The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) today released the findings of its analysis on the operational costs of trucking. The research was sponsored by ATRI’s Research Advisory Committee (RAC) to provide more realistic inputs for the various freight and transportation programs and models currently in use. “Operational costs are difficult to benchmark due to variations in the way companies account for different costs, however, the marketplace is in need of current data,” said John Culp, Chief Financial Officer for Maverick USA. “Some of the industry data being used today for infrastructure investment considerations is 10 years old or more.” ATA Releases: American Trucking Trends 2008 - 2009 Tuesday, December 16, 2008 The American Trucking Associations announced today the release of American Trucking Trends 2008-2009, an annual state of the industry report. This trucking industry almanac provides essential industry data that motor carriers need to make sound business decisions, especially in tough economic times. NMFTA Increases SCAC Fees/Revises Application Friday, December 12, 2008 As of January 1, 2009, the fee for SCAC applications submitted through the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) website at https://secure.nmfta.org/ has increased $10.00 and will be $55.00. Fees for applications submitted by fax and mail have also increased $10.00 and will be $60.00 ($68.00 if payment is made by check in U.S. dollars payable through a Canadian bank). Applications submitted online are usually completed and a Certificate of SCAC Assignment issued via email within 24 hours on regular business days. Ontario trucker wins Truck Hero Award for saving driver in blazing car Wednesday, November 26, 2008 An Ontario trucker was awarded the Canadian Truck Hero Award and $3,000 in Toronto earlier this month. Bridgestone Firestone Canada will also donate $3,000 to the charity of his choice. Professional Drivers Offer Highway Safety Tips For Thanksgiving Travel Friday, November 21, 2008 ARLINGTON, Va. – As over 37 million motorists prepare to hit the road this Thanksgiving, a team of million mile accident-free drivers are helping to make our roads safer. SAVING MONEY: EIGHT THINGS COMPANIES CAN DO NOW Friday, November 21, 2008 1. Jump-start the insurance renewal process; look for a savings in property insurance. FMC ACTS TO BLOCK ANTI-COMPETITIVE ASPECTS OF SAN PEDRO BAY PORTS CONCESSION REQUIREMENTS Friday, October 31, 2008 The Federal Maritime Commission ("FMC" or "Commission") today determined by 2-1 vote that implementation of certain portions of the Clean Truck Programs ("CTP") by the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach under FMC Agreement No. 201170, are likely, by a reduction in competition, to produce an unreasonable increase in transportation cost or unreasonable reduction in service. The Commission, therefore, authorized staff to file a complaint with the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia pursuant to section 6(h) of the Shipping Act of 1984, to enjoin aspects of Agreement No. 201170, including concession requirements that mandate exclusive use of employee-drivers. Commissioner Joseph E. Brennan dissented from this determination. Watch America’s Road Team’s 2008 Video Friday, October 31, 2008 Rigmaster Offers Incentive on APUs Friday, October 31, 2008 RigMaster, Toronto, Ontario, announced its "Roll Back the Hands of Time" promotion. The incentive will roll back the price of all T2 model auxiliary power units to pre-2005 pricing levels, offering a net savings of up to 10%, if purchased and installed before Dec. 31. Aggressive Drivers Will Get An Aggressive Response Monday, October 20, 2008 Each year more than 44,000 people die on the roadways throughout North America – many of which are the direct result of unsafe and aggressive driving practices by both passenger and commercial vehicle drivers. During the week of October 19-25, law enforcement across North America will respond by actively targeting these drivers during a campaign dubbed ‘Operation Safe Driver.’ Proposed Legislation Would Offer Loans For Truckers Hit By Fuel Prices Monday, September 22, 2008 U.S. Rep. Brian Baird (D-Wash.) has introduced legislation that would provide low interest loans to truckers and other small transportation businesses struggling to keep their businesses afloat in the face of record high fuel prices. Congress must keep oil speculators in check Monday, September 22, 2008 Reports that wholesale prices are rising at the fastest rate in nearly 30 years dredge up memories of the 1970s. Many of us lived through the hyperinflation that followed oil price hikes back then. It's not an episode we want to see replayed. The New Jersey Turnpike Authority will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed toll hikes Monday, September 22, 2008 The New Jersey Turnpike Authority will conduct public hearings regarding the proposed toll hikes on the following days and times at the following locations: Truckload Carriers Association Recognizes Marten Transport Driver Anthony McGee as a Highway Angel Thursday, August 28, 2008 Alexandria, Virginia - The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) recently recognized truck driver Anthony D. McGee of Elyria, Ohio, as a Highway Angel for helping two teenage girls after they lost control of their car. On May 30, 2008, Allison Theobold, 19, and Chani Capps, 18, both of Grand Junction, Colo., were visiting friends in Idaho and traveling eastbound on I-84. An article that was written for The Daily Sentinel, the teenagers' hometown newspaper, described how the car, driven by Theobold, drifted onto the rumble strips on the left edge of the highway and then blew out its front tire. Acting NTSB Chairman Calls for Travelers to Take Simple Measures to Enhance Safety over Holiday Weekend Wednesday, August 27, 2008 Acting NTSB Chairman Mark V. Rosenker today called on all those traveling over the Labor Day weekend to make safety a priority. "As the end of the summer approaches and Americans make plans to enjoy the Labor Day weekend, I encourage everyone setting off on a driving trip or boating outing to take just a moment to remember a few quick and simple measures that can make the weekend a safer one," said Rosenker. America's Road Team Captains Provide Life Saving Advice Wednesday, August 27, 2008 Despite high fuel costs, over 34 million drivers are expected to hit the road this Labor Day weekend. America's Road Team Captains, elite professional truck drivers with millions of accident-free miles, are offering advice on how to safely navigate through highway traffic and congestion this weekend. Goodyear Seeks Special Truck Drivers as Highway Heroes Monday, August 18, 2008 The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company is now taking nominations for the 26th annual Goodyear North America Highway Hero Award. Nominations will be accepted through Nov. 30. Truckers rescue victims from fiery crash scene Thursday, July 03, 2008 Two truckers are credited with saving the lives of two injured people who were trapped in a burning car in Blendon Township, MI, on Monday, June 30. Trucker's heroism rewarded Tuesday, June 24, 2008 Two and a half months ago, truck driver Damon Gordon put himself in harm's way to stop a runaway tractor-trailer on southbound Highway 99 in Modesto, potentially saving the lives of the driver and other motorists. Iowa DOT Prepares to Close Interstate 80 in Eastern Iowa Friday, June 13, 2008 Ames, Iowa – The Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT) will close the east and westbound lanes of Interstate 80 in eastern Iowa. The closure is tentatively scheduled for Friday afternoon, June 13. The roadway is expected to remain closed for approximately two to three days. The closure is flodding related. FMCSA Statement Regarding Truck Driver Use of Anti-Smoking Drug Chantix Tuesday, May 27, 2008 The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) regulations for the medical qualification of interstate truck and bus drivers prohibit the use of prescribed substances or drugs that adversely affect the driver's ability to safely operate a commercial motor vehicle. Law Enforcement Hammers Home Point of Truck, Bus Safety with Roadcheck Event Officers at the Ready to Hand Out A Ticket for Drivers Who Don’t Click It Tuesday, May 27, 2008 Thousands of law enforcement officers will be blanketing North America’s roadways for 72 continuous hours beginning June 3 to hammer home the importance of comprehensive safety inspections of trucks and buses and on enforcing safety belt use. “Roadcheck,” sponsored by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), dispatches federal, state, provincial and local inspectors to more than 1,000 locations across the continent to conduct comprehensive North American Standard Level I Inspections. Women In Trucking Member Appears on Today Show Thursday, May 22, 2008 For the past week, each host of the Today Show has shadowed a professional in what they consider to be a dangerous job. Meredith Vieira chose a truck driver as her "dangerous job" and spent two days riding with the veteran driver and WIT member. Take a Tip from the Trucking Pros - and Save Money on Fuel this Summer! Thursday, May 22, 2008 Summer is right around the corner, and that means picnics, vacations and road trips with the family. But with gas hovering at nearly $4 per gallon, consumers may not be so keen to hop in their cars or especially their SUVs this year. America’s Road Team Reminds Motorists to Be Safe Thursday, May 22, 2008 As motorists prepare for Memorial Day Weekend travel, a team of million mile accident-free drivers are helping to make our roads safer. Calling All Former Jevic Employees Tuesday, May 20, 2008 New Jersey headquartered Jevic Transportation employed 1,500 people, many from NJ. Since Jevic closed it's doors on Monday, May 19th the New Jersey Motor Truck Association has reached out to its' members to see if they have jobs for the former Jevic employees. We have had an overwhelming response. EPA SMARTWAY OFFERS EQUIPMENT FINANCING PROGRAM Monday, May 12, 2008 For motor carriers interested in obtaining a loan for a SmartWay Certified Tractor, SmartWay Certified Trailer or SmartWay approved fuel savings and emissions reducing technologies, you can submit a loan application at the www.SmartwayFinanceCenter.com This website allows you to submit one, simple and free application which is distributed to participating lenders for consideration (analogous to Lending Tree loan program). ATA LAUNCHES SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM Thursday, May 08, 2008 The American Trucking Associations (ATA)+launched a program of sustainability initiatives designed to set the industry on the road toward a more sustainable future under the banner “Trucks Deliver a Cleaner Tomorrow.” DHS Realigns TWIC Compliance Date Monday, May 05, 2008 On May 2, 2008, the U.S Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that the final compliance date for the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program will be April 15, 2009, which reflects a realignment of the Sept. 25, 2008 compliance date set in the final rule. The seven month extension is a direct result of collaboration with port officials and industry, and realigns the enrollment period with the original intent of the TWIC final rule. ATRI to Host Online Forum on National Truck Driver Injury and Health Survey Thursday, April 24, 2008 On May 16th, ATRI will host an online forum to provide motor carriers the opportunity to provide input to the proposed Survey of Truck Driver Injury and Health being conducted by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). The American Moving and Storage Association Unveils Program to Protect Consumers From 'Rogue Movers' Monday, April 07, 2008 The American Moving and Storage Association (AMSA) today launched the 2008 moving season with the unveiling of ProMover -- an innovative new program designed to protect consumers and help ensure they are hiring a legitimate, professional mover when they need to move their belongings. EPA Celebrates Earth Day Throughout April with New Web and Multimedia Features Friday, April 04, 2008 How can you reduce your carbon footprint, make your home or business water efficient or make sure our nation's beaches stay clean this summer? April 22 is Earth Day and this year, EPA is launching several online initiatives throughout the month of April to help raise environmental awareness. Sleep, Does a Body and the Environment Good Friday, April 04, 2008 On April 3, 2008 the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is asking organizations to join the Energy Star Low Carbon IT Campaign. By enabling the power management, or sleep mode, on their computers and monitors, organizations will help reduce our growing demand for electricity, and save money while fighting climate change. If all office computers and monitors in the United States were set to sleep when not being used, the country could save more than 44 billion kWh or $4 billion worth of electricity and avoid the greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those of about 5 million cars each year. |
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