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December 30, 2018
Owner Operator Direct
OOD Year End Poll

We’re giving away $100 Amazon Gift Cards to 5 random participants of our year-end poll.

OOD Year End Poll
November 5, 2018
Owner Operator Direct
NTSB: 95% of All 2017 Transportation Deaths ...

“Data collected by the NHTSA and recently released by NTSB shows that there’s still much work to be done on reducing highway fatality rates.”

NTSB: 95% of All 2017 Transportation Deaths were Highway-Related
September 17, 2018
Owner Operator Direct
It's Brake Safety Week (Sep 16-22)

“Inspectors will look at brake-system components to identify loose or missing parts; air or hydraulic fluid leaks; defective rotor conditions….” 

It's Brake Safety Week (Sep 16-22)
August 28, 2018
Kim Ochs
Cargo Theft Threat Increases Over Labor Day ...

“As most Americans will be enjoying the extra day off this Labor Day holiday, cargo thieves will be looking to take advantage of unattended cargo.”

Cargo Theft Threat Increases Over Labor Day Holiday
August 20, 2018
Owner Operator Direct
Senate Bill Would Permit Under-21 Interstate ...

"Three U.S. Senators have introduced a bill that would create a training pathway for truck drivers between the ages of 18 and 21 to be able to move freight across state lines."

Senate Bill Would Permit Under-21 Interstate Truck Drivers
Owner Operator Direct
December 30, 2018

OOD Year End Poll

Owner Operator Direct
December 30, 2018
OOD Year End Poll

We’re giving away $100 Amazon Gift Cards to 5 random participants of our year-end poll.

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Owner Operator Direct
November 5, 2018

NTSB: 95% of All 2017 Transportation Deaths were Highway-Related

Owner Operator Direct
November 5, 2018
NTSB: 95% of All 2017 Transportation Deaths were Highway-Related

“Data collected by the NHTSA and recently released by NTSB shows that there’s still much work to be done on reducing highway fatality rates.”

Tagged: NHTSA, NTSB, Highway Fatalities, Trucks

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Owner Operator Direct
September 17, 2018

It's Brake Safety Week (Sep 16-22)

Owner Operator Direct
September 17, 2018
It's Brake Safety Week (Sep 16-22)

“Inspectors will look at brake-system components to identify loose or missing parts; air or hydraulic fluid leaks; defective rotor conditions….” 

Tagged: CVSA, Brake Safety Week

Comment
Kim Ochs
August 28, 2018

Cargo Theft Threat Increases Over Labor Day Holiday

Kim Ochs
August 28, 2018
Cargo Theft Threat Increases Over Labor Day Holiday

“As most Americans will be enjoying the extra day off this Labor Day holiday, cargo thieves will be looking to take advantage of unattended cargo.”

Tagged: Cargo Theft, Truck Stop, Labor Day

Comment
Owner Operator Direct
August 20, 2018

Senate Bill Would Permit Under-21 Interstate Truck Drivers

Owner Operator Direct
August 20, 2018
Senate Bill Would Permit Under-21 Interstate Truck Drivers

"Three U.S. Senators have introduced a bill that would create a training pathway for truck drivers between the ages of 18 and 21 to be able to move freight across state lines."

Tagged: FMCSA, New Truck Drivers, Younger Drivers, CDL, Driver Shortage, Owner Operator Insurance, Trucking Insurance

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Owner Operator Direct
July 31, 2018

Uber Shuts Down Self Driving Truck Program

Owner Operator Direct
July 31, 2018
Uber Shuts Down Self Driving Truck Program

“When they acquired Otto two years ago, analysts thought Uber was on the verge of taking over the trucking industry…”

Tagged: Uber, Self Driving Trucks

Comment
Owner Operator Direct
July 9, 2018

Under-21 Military CDL Pilot Program Announced

Owner Operator Direct
July 9, 2018
Under-21 Military CDL Pilot Program Announced

“The FMCSA has announced that it would be launching a pilot program that will allow certain 18 to 21 year old military veterans or reservists to operate commercial vehicles interstate. The agency is seeking comments from the public and trucking industry stakeholders on the program over the next 60 days…”

Tagged: FMCSA, Military, New Truck Drivers, CDL

Comment
Owner Operator Direct
July 2, 2018

10 Ways Commercial Truckers Provide Us Freedom

Owner Operator Direct
July 2, 2018
10 Ways Commercial Truckers Provide Us Freedom

“In the United States, commercial truckers provide more freedom than one could imagine. Truck drivers are not only the backbone of the American way of life, but they ensure the American economy continues to be the world leader it is today.  Here are eight ways truckers provide freedom in the U.S.A...”

Tagged: Trucker, Trucking, U.S.A., Freedom, Commerical Trucking

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Owner Operator Direct
May 11, 2018

Inspection Blitz to Focus on Hours-of-Service Compliance

Owner Operator Direct
May 11, 2018
Inspection Blitz to Focus on Hours-of-Service Compliance

"CVSA's International Roadcheck 2018, slated for June 5-7, will focus on hours-of-service compliance…"

Tagged: FMCSA, DOT, CVSA, Roadside Inspection, International Roadcheck, Hours-of-Service

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Owner Operator Direct
May 3, 2018

CMV Drivers to Carry Medical Cards for Three More Years

Owner Operator Direct
May 3, 2018
CMV Drivers to Carry Medical Cards for Three More Years

“A new federal rule to eliminate the need for CMV drivers to carry their medical cards has been delayed…”

Tagged: FMCSA, MEC, Regulations, Medical Examiners Certificate, Medical Card, CDL

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OOD Year End Poll
Dec 30, 2018
OOD Year End Poll
Dec 30, 2018

We’re giving away $100 Amazon Gift Cards to 5 random participants of our year-end poll.

Dec 30, 2018
NTSB: 95% of All 2017 Transportation Deaths were Highway-Related
Nov 5, 2018
NTSB: 95% of All 2017 Transportation Deaths were Highway-Related
Nov 5, 2018

“Data collected by the NHTSA and recently released by NTSB shows that there’s still much work to be done on reducing highway fatality rates.”

Nov 5, 2018
It's Brake Safety Week (Sep 16-22)
Sep 17, 2018
It's Brake Safety Week (Sep 16-22)
Sep 17, 2018

“Inspectors will look at brake-system components to identify loose or missing parts; air or hydraulic fluid leaks; defective rotor conditions….” 

Sep 17, 2018
Cargo Theft Threat Increases Over Labor Day Holiday
Aug 28, 2018
Cargo Theft Threat Increases Over Labor Day Holiday
Aug 28, 2018

“As most Americans will be enjoying the extra day off this Labor Day holiday, cargo thieves will be looking to take advantage of unattended cargo.”

Aug 28, 2018
Senate Bill Would Permit Under-21 Interstate Truck Drivers
Aug 20, 2018
Senate Bill Would Permit Under-21 Interstate Truck Drivers
Aug 20, 2018

"Three U.S. Senators have introduced a bill that would create a training pathway for truck drivers between the ages of 18 and 21 to be able to move freight across state lines."

Aug 20, 2018
Uber Shuts Down Self Driving Truck Program
Jul 31, 2018
Uber Shuts Down Self Driving Truck Program
Jul 31, 2018

“When they acquired Otto two years ago, analysts thought Uber was on the verge of taking over the trucking industry…”

Jul 31, 2018
Under-21 Military CDL Pilot Program Announced
Jul 9, 2018
Under-21 Military CDL Pilot Program Announced
Jul 9, 2018

“The FMCSA has announced that it would be launching a pilot program that will allow certain 18 to 21 year old military veterans or reservists to operate commercial vehicles interstate. The agency is seeking comments from the public and trucking industry stakeholders on the program over the next 60 days…”

Jul 9, 2018
10 Ways Commercial Truckers Provide Us Freedom
Jul 2, 2018
10 Ways Commercial Truckers Provide Us Freedom
Jul 2, 2018

“In the United States, commercial truckers provide more freedom than one could imagine. Truck drivers are not only the backbone of the American way of life, but they ensure the American economy continues to be the world leader it is today.  Here are eight ways truckers provide freedom in the U.S.A...”

Jul 2, 2018
Inspection Blitz to Focus on Hours-of-Service Compliance
May 11, 2018
Inspection Blitz to Focus on Hours-of-Service Compliance
May 11, 2018

"CVSA's International Roadcheck 2018, slated for June 5-7, will focus on hours-of-service compliance…"

May 11, 2018
CMV Drivers to Carry Medical Cards for Three More Years
May 3, 2018
CMV Drivers to Carry Medical Cards for Three More Years
May 3, 2018

“A new federal rule to eliminate the need for CMV drivers to carry their medical cards has been delayed…”

May 3, 2018
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