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Monday, June 30, 2008

 

June 2008

Great West Truck Show – Reed Black spoke with Land Line Magazine Field Editor, Suzanne Stempinski about the Great West Truck Show that took place in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 26-28.

  • You can go to the Great West Truck Show Web site here.
  • For upcoming truck shows, click here to read “Land Line Now’s” industry calendar.

Air date: June 30, 2008.

Howard Salmon – Reed Black spoke to OOIDA member Howard Salmon about his music on a recent stop at the OOIDA headquarters in Grain Valley, Missouri. To contact Howard and find out more about his music, click here. Air date: June 30, 2008.

Trans Texas Corridor – Reed Black spoke to Terri Hall, Executive Director of Texans Uniting for Reform & Freedom, TURF, about the recent action by Texas DOT concerning TTC-69, Trans Texas Corridor-69.

  • You can learn more about TURF on their Web site here.
  • You can read more by Land Line Magazine here.

Air date: June 30, 2008.

Truck Insurance – Terry Scruton talked with Ed Briley of OOIDA’s Truck Insurance Customer Service Department about different types of truck insurance.

  • You can visit the new OOIDA Truck Insurance Web site here.
  • If you have a question about truck insurance, you can call 1-800-715-9369.
  • If you have a question about truck insurance you’d like answered on the air, you can call our comment line at 1-800-324-6856.
  • You can e-mail questions about insurance you’d like answered on the air here.

Air date: June 30, 2008.

Market Manipulation – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig spoke about speculation being blamed for high fuel prices. You can read more by Land Line Magazine here. Air date: June 30, 2008.

Canadian Speed Limiters – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig spoke about the passage of the Ontario’s speed limiter bill. To read a Special Report by Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: June 30, 2008.

Ohio Road Closures – In today’s news, Reed Black reported I-70 in Ohio is closed due to flooding. You can visit Ohio Department of Transportation Web site here. Air date: June 27, 2008.

EPA Meeting – Mark Reddig gave us highlights of a meeting at OOIDA headquarters with staff members of the EPA and other agencies. To visit those agencies:

  • Click here for the U.S. EPA Web site.
  • Click here for the Missouri Department of Natural Resources Web site.
  • Click here for the Kansas Department of Health and Environment Web site.
  • Click here for the Missouri Department of Transportation Web site.
  • Click here for the Kansas Small Business Environmental Assistance Program Web site.
  • Click here for the Johnson County, KS, Environmental Department Web site.
  • Click here for the EPA’s Smartway program Web site.
  • Click here for the Mid-America Regional Council Web site.
  • Click here for the Blue Skyways Collaborative Web site.

Air date: June 27, 2008.

Contacting lawmakers – To call the members of Congress who specifically represent you in the House and Senate, dial the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121. Provide the operator with your ZIP code, and he or she can connect you directly to the office of your senators or representative. Air date: June 27, 2008.

ON THE LAND LINE NOW BLOG: Dark clouds and silver linings – A trucker recently offered a bright spot in the debate over carriers who have lowered their limited speeds. Mark Reddig discussed the topic in a recent blog.

  • To read Mark’s blog, click here.
  • To read other entries on the Land Line Now Blog, click here.

Compliance reviews – Terry Scruton spoke with Jeff McConnell and James Mennella – who also write the “Road Law” column in Land Line Magazine – about what to do during a compliance review. If you have questions or comments regarding transportation law, you can:

Air date: June 26, 2008.

Per diem – Terry Scruton spoke with John Turner, CPA and owner of The Trucker’s Accountant, about per diem allowances.

  • You can find more information on his Web site here;
  • Or you can call directly at (281) 464-9443.

Air date: June 26, 2008.

State Update – Colorado and Louisiana – Reed Black talked with Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble. In Colorado, Gov. Bill Ritter has signed a bill into law authorizing the use of speed cameras in highway work zones. Meanwhile, in Louisiana, truck drivers no longer have to worry about the possible adoption of a statewide rule prohibiting them from accessing the far left lane on certain roadways.

  • To read about more legislation in Colorado, click here.
  • To read about more legislation in Louisiana, click here.

Air date: June 26, 2008.

TRUCC – Mark Reddig spoke to Laura O’Neill about the TRUCC Act. The fuel surcharge legislation is listed in the Senate as S.2910. The House version is HR 5977.

Air date: June 26, 2008.

ON THE LAND LINE NOW BLOG: Dark clouds and silver linings – A trucker recently offered a bright spot in the debate over carriers who have lowered their limited speeds. Mark Reddig discussed the topic in a recent blog.

  • To read Mark’s blog, click here.
  • To read other entries on the Land Line Now Blog, click here.

Air date: June 26, 2008.

Tail Drag – Reed Black spoke with Robert Englar of Georgia Tech regarding research on increasing aerodynamics to reduce trailer tail drag.

  • To read a federal report on the concept, click here.
  • To read a Science Daily report on the Georgia Tech research, click here.

Air date: June 25, 2008.

Diesel update – Mark Reddig presented an update on the price of diesel fuel and crude oil.

  • To read this week’s price report by Land Line Magazine, click here.
  • To check the price today through ProMiles, click here.
  • To see how to compute your own fuel surcharge through OOIDA’s online guide, click here.

Air date: June 25, 2008.

Member offer - OOIDA members Bob Van Alst and John T. Alden are sponsoring the membership cost for a total of 15 new people to join OOIDA. To take part, all you have to do is call our special member offer line. Just dial 1-800-324-6856, and press 3. The offer is open only to new, first-time members. Air date: June 25, 2008.

ON THE LAND LINE NOW BLOG: Hot Fuel: It’s baa-aaack – Mark Reddig discusses an issue that’s particularly relevant right now – hot fuel.

  • To read Mark’s blog, click here.
  • To read other entries on the Land Line Now Blog, click here.

TRUCC – Mark Reddig spoke to Rod Nofziger about the TRUCC Act. The fuel surcharge legislation is listed in the Senate as S.2910. The House version is HR 5977.

Air date: June 24, 2008.

State Update – Ohio and Illinois – Reed Black talked with Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble. In Ohio, aspiring truck drivers may soon have to have a firm grasp of the English language to obtain a commercial driver’s license. Meanwhile, in Illinois, a bill that sought to expand the use of cameras to ticket red-light runners at intersections has died.

  • To read about more legislation in Ohio, click here.
  • To read about more legislation in Illinois, click here.

Air date: June 24, 2008.

Debbie Latham and Dr. John McElligott – Terry Scruton spoke with dietitian Debbie Latham and Dr. John McElligott of the Professional Drivers Medical Depot about their new partnership.

  • To visit Debbie Latham’s Web site here.
  • To learn more about the PDMD clinics, click here.

Air date: June 24, 2008.

Chance Rodgers Update – Terry Scruton spoke to Chance Rodgers. Chance is a 12-year-old boy suffering from bone cancer who was the focus of a fundraiser at 2008 Mid-America Trucking Show.

  • You can visit Chance’s Web site here.
  • Chance would love to get post cards from his friends in the trucking world. You can mail them to:
    • Chance Rodgers
      P.O. Box 25
      Midland, OR 97634

Air date: June 24, 2008.

Hot Fuel – During today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig mentioned hot fuel. To view OOIDA’s hot fuel Web site, click here. Air date: June 23, 2008.

i-Zoom Girl – In today’s news, Reed Black mentioned billboards on the Illinois Tolls that feature the “i-Zoom Girl.” To read a blog on the topic by David Tanner, staff writer for Land Line Magazine, click here. June 23, 2008.

Disposable people – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig talked about radiation-based security scanners used at border crossings. To read a blog by Mark Reddig, click here. June 23, 2008.

Roses & Razzberries – Terry Scruton and Jami Jones offered up some of our patented Roses & Razzberries. If you are an OOIDA member and want to offer up your own rose or razzberry for our consideration, you can do it through the Members Only section of our Web site. Just click here. Air date: June 23, 2008.

Calendar – For upcoming truck shows, click here to read “Land Line Now’s” industry calendar. Air date: June 23, 2008.

ON THE LAND LINE NOW BLOG: Change the channel on this idea – Mark Reddig talks about the latest developments in the Arizona laptop computer fines story.

  • To read Mark’s blog, click here.
  • To read other blogs by the Land Line Now staff, click here.

Road Closures – In today’s news, Terry Scruton talked about road closures caused by flooding in Illinois, Iowa, Missouri and Wisconsin. Use the links below to get the latest road closure information.

  • You can go to the Illinois DOT list here.
  • You can go to the Iowa DOT Web site here.
  • You can go to the Missouri DOT Web site here.
  • You can go to the Wisconsin DOT Web site here.

Air date: June 20, 2008.

Pennsylvania Call to Action – OOIDA has issued a Call to Action to members and other truckers in Pennsylvania concerning HB 25-93, a bill to authorize leasing the state’s Turnpike.

  • You can read the Call to Action here.
  • Written comments are due by 8:30 am Thursday, June 26. Comments should specifically mention HB 25-93, and will be accepted via mail or fax.
    • You can mail comments to:

Rep. Joseph F. Markosek
314 Irvis Office Building
PO Box 202025
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
17120-2025

    • You can fax comments to (717) 705-1891.
    • You should also send your comments to your state representative and state senator. Contact information can be found here. Submit your information in the box titled “Find Members By” located in the upper right hand corner of the Web page.
  • And you can read more by Land Line Magazine here.

Air date: June 20, 2008.

Cost of Operation – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig spoke about knowing your cost of operation. Below are several links to assist you:

  • An online guidebook that leads you through figuring your cost of operation can be found here.
  • A spreadsheet you can use online can be found here. (This requires no additional software on your computer.)
  • A worksheet you can download on your computer and modify can be found here. (Please note, this is an Excel program and you must have Excel on your computer to download it.)
  • You can also read Land Line Magazine’s coverage of the issue here.

Air date: June 20, 2008.

Canadian Speed Limiters – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig spoke about the passage of the Ontario’s speed limiter bill. To read a Special Report by Land Line Magazine,click here. Air date: June 20, 2008.

Arizona laptops – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig spoke about the recent Arizona laptop citations. To read more by Land Line Magazine, click on the links below.

Air date: June 20, 2008.

Trucking history – Mark Reddig spoke with Jim Dobbas, a 60 year trucking veteran. One of his trucks is on display at Hays Antique Truck Museum; you can view their Web site here. Air date: June 20, 2008.

Calendar – For upcoming truck shows, click here to read “Land Line Now’s” industry calendar. Air date: June 20, 2008.

FRIDAY RANTS: Where the beef? - During a previous food safety crisis – which involved meat – Land Line Magazine staff writer Clarissa Kell-Holland offered her thoughts, and some information, about the situation. The issue came up again recently when people across the country started to get sick, the result of salmonella in some varieties of tomato. To read Clarissa’s blog on the topic, and other entries in our Friday Rants series, click here. Air date: June 20, 2008.

Protest Rally – OOIDA members Bob and Sherrie Bond are organizing a fuel protest rally in Chehalis, WA, on Saturday, June 21, to bring media and lawmakers’ attention to how high fuel prices are continuing to punish small-business truckers there. The rally is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at an open lot near Exit 72, west of Interstate 5. The lot is visible from the interstate. This is the second protest the Bonds have organized. They organized the first one back in April when fuel was at $4.20 a gallon. For more information about the rally, call (360) 880-4818. Air date: June 20, 2008.

Road Closures – In today’s news, Terry Scruton talked about road closures caused by flooding in Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin. Those floods are now moving into Missouri. Use the links below to get the latest road closure information.

  • You can go to the Illinois DOT list here.
  • You can go to the Iowa DOT Web site here.
  • You can go to the Wisconsin DOT Web site here.
  • You can go to the Missouri DOT Web site here.

Air date: June 19, 2008.

State Update – North Carolina and New Hampshire – Mark Reddig talked with Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble. In North Carolina, a bill would allow longer tractor-trailers on more roads throughout the state. Meanwhile, in New Hampshire, a bill on its way to the governor’s desk is intended to help protect funding for transportation work throughout the state.

  • To read about more legislation in North Carolina, click here.
  • To read about more legislation in New Hampshire, click here.

Air date: June 19, 2008.

2290s – Terry Scruton spoke with Scott O’Dell from OOIDA’s permit and license department about the annual 2290 forms, which are due July 1. To read more from OOIDA.com, click here. Air date: June 19, 2008.

Energy prices – Mark Reddig spoke with Mike Joyce of OOIDA’s Washington, DC, office about a letter that went to every member of Congress calling for immediate action on high energy prices.

  • To read more by Land Line Magazine, click here.
  • To read the letter, which was spearheaded by the National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors, click here.

Air date: June 19, 2008.

EPA grants – In today’s news, Terry Scruton reported on a $50 million EPA grant program to help truckers pay for engine replacements, retrofits and anti-idling devices such as APUs. To read more by Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: June 19, 2008.

Diabetic help – Terry Scruton spoke with dietitian Debbie Latham about diabetes and how you can manage it. You can visit Debbie’s Web site here. Air date: June 19, 2008.

Roadside memorials – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig spoke about legislation in Missouri that would have made roadside memorials a thing of the past. You can read a blog by Mark from Land Line Now Web site here. Air date: June 19, 2008.

Contacting lawmakers – To call the members of Congress who specifically represent you in the House and Senate, dial the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121. Provide the operator with your ZIP code, and he or she can connect you directly to the office of your senators or representative. Air date: June 19, 2008.

ON THE LAND LINE NOW BLOG: Disposable People – Some border crossings are still exposing truckers to the radiation from drive-through scanners that are supposed to scan only the trailer’s contents. Mark Reddig tackles the topic.

  • To read Mark’s blog, click here.
  • To read other entries on the Land Line Now Blog, click here.

Road Closures – In today’s news, Terry Scruton talked about road closures caused by flooding in Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin. Use the links below to get the latest road closure information.

  • You can go to the Illinois DOT list here.
  • You can go to the Iowa DOT Web site here.
  • You can go to the Wisconsin DOT Web site here.
  • Air date: June 18, 2008.

Diesel update – Terry Scruton presented an update on the price of diesel fuel and crude oil.

  • To read this week’s price report by Land Line Magazine, click here.
  • To check the price today through ProMiles, click here.
  • To see how to compute your own fuel surcharge through OOIDA’s online guide, click here.

Air date: June 18, 2008.

Diesel comments – If you have questions or a comment about diesel prices, or you’ve seen some interesting highs and lows at the pumps wherever you are, call our “Land Line Now” Diesel Price Line. Dial 1-800-324-6856, and then press 2 to record your message. This week, we’re also asking truckers who call the line to answer this question: “What are you hearing from the people you deal with (brokers, shippers, trucking companies, etc.) about the effects of rising fuel?” Air date: June 18, 2008.

John Ewing – Terry Scruton spoke with John Ewing of The Truckers Helper about business management. For more information, check out The Truckers Helper on the Web here. Air date: June 18, 2008.

It’s Your Business – Donna Ryun, OOIDA’s communications director and Land Line Magazine columnist, spoke about leasing on with a carrier. To send Donna a question, click here. Air date: June 18, 2008.

ON THE LAND LINE NOW BLOG: It’s a bad idea, I ga-ron-tee – Mark Reddig talks about a bill in Louisiana – tried elsewhere as well – to restrict trucks out of the left lane.

  • To read Mark’s comments, click here.
  • To read other entries on the Land Line Now Blog, click here.

IdleAir – In today’s news, Terry Scruton reported that IdleAir has been sold. To read more by Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: June 17, 2008.

State Update – Connecticut and Missouri – Mark Reddig talked with Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble. In Connecticut, the General Assembly approved a bill to offer consumers a break from high fuel prices, while in Missouri, a bill atop the governor’s desk would call for trucker-hopefuls to prove they have a firm grasp of the English language to obtain a commercial driver’s license. The bill also would outlaw “sanctuary” cities in the state.

  • To read about more legislation in Connecticut, click here.
  • To read about more legislation in Missouri, click here.

Air date: June 17, 2008.

Cab comfort - Stephen Petit discussed cab comfort. You can view Stephen’s Web site here. Air date: June 17, 2008.

PDMD – Terry Scruton talked with Dr. John McElligott of the Professional Drivers Medical Depots clinics about prescription drugs. To learn more about the clinics, click here. Air date: June 17, 2008.

Canadian Speed Limiters – Mark Reddig spoke with OOIDA’s Laura O’Neill about the passage of Ontario’s speed limiter bill. To read a Special Report by Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: June 17, 2008.

LISTEN ONLINE: Energy Market Manipulation – Terry Scruton brings us highlights of a congressional hearing into whether market manipulation is playing a part in the high price of fuel. To listen to part of this story online and other sound clips, click here.

Road Closures – In today’s news, Terry Scruton talked about road closures caused by flooding in Iowa and Wisconsin. Use the links below to get the latest road closure information.

  • You can go to the Iowa DOT Web site here.
  • You can go to the Wisconsin DOT Web site here.

Air date: June 16, 2008.

Miami TomCats – Reed Black spoke to Sgt. Arthur Schimek of Miami-Dade Police Department Robbery Bureau about TomCats – a special unit that works on cargo theft crimes.

  • To learn more – including how to avoid cargo theft and how to report one – visit the TOMCATS Web site here. You can find information through a series of links on the right side of the page.
  • To call the TOMCATS, dial (305) 471-3400;
  • To e-mail the TOMCATS, click here.

Air date: June 16, 2008.

Truck Insurance – Terry Scruton talked with Ed Briley of OOIDA’s Truck Insurance Customer Service Department about different types of truck insurance.

  • You can visit the new OOIDA Truck Insurance Web site here.
  • If you have a question about truck insurance, you can call 1-800-715-9369.
  • If you have a question about truck insurance you’d like answered on the air, you can call our comment line at 1-800-324-6856.
  • You can e-mail questions about insurance you’d like answered on the air here.

Air date: June 16, 2008.

Engine brakes – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig talked about Minnesota legislation that restricts the use of engine brakes.

  • To read about that bill and its status, click here.
  • To read about legislation in Minnesota, click here.

Air date: June 16, 2008.

FROM THE LAND LINE NOW BLOG: The only think limited here in brainpower - Mark Reddig tackles some of the arguments made by supporters of speed limiters.

  • To read Mark’s blog on the topic, click here.
  • To read other entries on the Land Line Now Blog, click here.

Ontario speed limiter update – Mark Reddig spoke with OOIDA’s Rick Craig, Tom Weakley and Laura O’Neill about the fast-tracking in Ontario with the speed limiter bill.

  • To read more by Land Line Magazine, click here.
  • To express your opinion about the proposed speed limiter requirement:
    • Write or call Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario, Ferguson Block-12th Floor, 77 Wellesley St W, Toronto, ON, M7A1N3, Canada. Phone: (416) 325-1941.
    • Write or call Jim Bradley, Ontario Minister of Transportation, Ferguson Block-3rd Floor, 77 Wellesley St W, Toronto, ON, M7A1Z8, Canada . Phone: (416) 327-9200.
    • Write or call your member of parliament. If you live in Ontario and want to call your lawmakers, you can get contact information from the Membership Department here at OOIDA at 1-800-444-5791.

Air date: June 13, 2008.

Road side memorials – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig spoke about legislation in Missouri that would have made roadside memorials a thing of the past. You can read a blog by Mark from Land Line Now Web site here. Air date: June 13, 2008.

FRIDAY RANTS: Bridge Post-Holing – On today’s show, Elizabeth Anderson of Land Line Magazine offered her opinion of the safety of our nation’s transportation infrastructure.

  • To read Elizabeth’s rant, click here.
  • To read other entries in our Friday Rants series, click here.

Air date: June 13, 2008.

Calendar – For upcoming truck shows, click here to read “Land Line Now’s” industry calendar. Air date: June 13, 2008.

State Update – Louisiana and Rhode Island – Reed Black talked with Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble. In Louisiana, a bill is intended to prevent law enforcement officers from going on ticket-writing sprees, while in Rhode Island, the House approved a bill that ensures red-light cameras in the state will be around longer.

  • To read about more legislation in Louisiana, click here.
  • To read about more legislation in Rhode Island, click here.

Air date: June 12, 2008.

TRUCC – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig spoke about the TRUCC Act. The fuel surcharge legislation is listed in the Senate as S.2910. The House version is HR 5977.

Air date: June 12, 2008.

Louisiana – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig spoke about truck lane ban legislation in Louisiana. To read about SB341 and other legislation in Louisiana, click here. Air date: June 12, 2008.

Arizona laptops – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig spoke about the recent Arizona laptop citations. To read more by Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: June 12, 2008.

Diabetic help – Terry Scruton spoke with dietitian Debbie Latham about low carb diets for diabetic drivers. You can visit Debbie’s Web site here. Air date: June 12, 2008.

Diesel update – Terry Scruton presented an update on the price of diesel fuel and crude oil.

  • To read this week’s price report by Land Line Magazine, click here.
  • To check the price today through ProMiles, click here.
  • To see how to compute your own fuel surcharge through OOIDA’s online guide, click here.

Air date: June 12, 2008.

Diesel comments – If you have questions or a comment about diesel prices, or you’ve seen some interesting highs and lows at the pumps wherever you are, call our “Land Line Now” Diesel Price Line. Dial 1-800-324-6856, and then press 2 to record your message. This week, we’re also asking truckers who call the line to answer this question: “Have you slowed down and if not, why not?” Air date: June 12, 2008.

ON THE LAND LINE NOW BLOG: Don’t forget the hot fuel – Mark Reddig talks about an issue that has disappeared from the headlines of late, but that – with record-high fuel prices – is more important than ever. To read the blog, click here.

Truckers for Troops – In today’s follow up, Reed Black spoke with a soldier who has been receiving one of the Truckers for Troops care packages paid for by donations from truckers from across the nation.

  • You can still donate to the Truckers for Troops effort by calling OOIDA’s Membership Department at 1-800-444-5791.
  • OOIDA is soliciting personal letters to be sent to our soldiers overseas as part of the association’s care packages. You can mail them to us at OOIDA Truckers for Troops, PO Box 1,000, Grain Valley, MO, 64029, c/o Sherry Murry, or e-mail them to sherry_murry@ooida.com.

Air date: June 11, 2008.

Illinois construction zones – Reed Black reported on a speed enforcement crackdown in Illinois construction zones. To read more by Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: June 11, 2008.

Arizona laptops – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig spoke about the recent Arizona laptop citations. To read more by Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: June 11, 2008.

Dashboard confidential – Terry Scruton spoke with Dave Sweetman, a columnist for Land Line Magazine. You can link to Dave’s column from the June issue of Land Line Magazine here. Air date: June 11, 2008.

Canadian speed limiters – Mark Reddig spoke with Laura O’Neill, who updated us on the Canadian speed limiter situation after a parliamentary hearing in Ontario.

  • To read more about the Ontario hearing by Land Line Magazine, click here.
  • Truckers are also urged to contact the head of the provincial government, The Honorable Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario, Ferguson Block-12th Floor, 77 Wellesley St W, Toronto, ON, M7A1N3, Canada. Phone: (416) 325-1941.

Air date: June 11, 2008.

LISTEN ONLINE: Trucking history – Mark Reddig talks to truckers who are preserving this industry’s past. To listen to this and other sound clips from the show, click here.

Arizona laptops – Reed Black gave us an update on Arizona laptop citations. To read more by Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: June 10, 2008.

Market Manipulation – Terry Scruton gave us highlights of a Senate Commerce hearing where speculation is being blamed for the fuel prices. You can read more by Land Line Magazine here. Air date: June 10, 2008.

State Update – West Virginia and Ohio – Reed Black talked with Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble. In West Virginia, a new law is intended to open the door to public-private partnerships. Meanwhile in Ohio, a bill would allow trucks loaded with three steel coils to run heavier on certain highways.

  • To read about more legislation in West Virginia, click here.
  • To read about more legislation in Ohio, click here.

Air date: June 10, 2008.

SuperRigs – Jami Jones, senior editor of Land Line Magazine, gave us highlights of the SuperRigs competition, which took place June 5-7 at the Iowa 80 Truck Stop.

  • You can read more about SuperRigs by Land Line Magazine here.
  • To view Shell’s list of results, click here.

Air date: June 9, 2008.

LETTERS TO LAND LINE NOW: Building a Better Mousetrap - Host Mark Reddig and Producer Barry Spillman answer listener questions about higher mileage cars and music on the show. To read the latest, click here. Air date: June 10, 2008.

Speed Limiters – In today’s news, Reed Black spoke about an Ontario parliamentary hearing regarding a proposed speed limiter requirement. You have until June 10th to get your comments to the Justice Committee

  • To comment to the Justice Committee, which is holding hearings on the legislation:
    • E-mail the clerk of the committee here.
    • Call the committee with your comments by dialing (416) 325-7352.
  • To read more about the hearing by Land Line Magazine, click here.
  • You can also express your opinion by calling and writing the top elected officials in Ontario:
    • The Honorable Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario, Ferguson Block-12th Floor, 77 Wellesley St W, Toronto, ON, M7A1N3, Canada. Phone: (416) 325-1941.
    • The Honorable Jim Bradley, Ontario Minister of Transportation, Ferguson Block-3rd Floor, 77 Wellesley St W, Toronto, ON, M7A1Z8, Canada . Phone: (416) 327-9200.
    • Member of Parliament Frank Klees said he welcomes input from truckers, and encourages them to e-mail him comments here. You can also mail him a letter at: Frank Klees, Member of Provincial Parliament, Room 447, Legislative Bldg., Queen’s Park, Toronto, Ontario, M7A 1A8
    • If you live in Ontario and want to call your lawmakers, you can get contact information from the Membership Department here at OOIDA at 1-800-444-5791.

Air date: June 9, 2008.

Laptops – In today’s news, Reed Black offered an update on the Arizona laptop issue. You can read more by Land Line Magazine below:

Air date: June 9, 2008.

Hot Fuel – During today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig mentioned OOIDA’s hot fuel Web site. To view that Web site, click here. Air date: June 9, 2008.

SuperRigs – Jami Jones, senior editor of Land Line Magazine, gave us highlights of the SuperRigs competition, which took place June 5-7 at the Iowa 80 Truck Stop.

  • You can read more about SuperRigs by Land Line Magazine here.
  • To view Shell’s list of results, click here.

Air date: June 9, 2008.

Roses & Razzberries – Terry Scruton and Mark Reddig offered up some of our patented Roses & Razzberries. If you are an OOIDA member and want to offer up your own rose or razzberry for our consideration, you can do it through the Members Only section of our Web site. Just click here. Air date: June 9, 2008.

ON THE LAND LINE NOW BLOG: Speculating about speculation - Host Mark Reddig takes on the topic of manipulation and speculation in the oil futures market in a commentary today.

  • To read Mark’s blog, click here.
  • To read other entries on the Land Line Now Blog, click here.

Transportation Security Program – Mark Reddig spoke with Don L. Rondeau, OOIDA senior security adviser, about OOIDA’s part in the newly created Transportation Security Program.

  • To read a press release from OOIDA, click here.
  • To read more by Land Line Magazine, click here.

Air date: June 6, 2008.

Laptops – On today’s show, we offered an update on the Arizona laptop issue. To read more by Land Line Magazine below:

Air date: June 6, 2008.

Speed Limiters – Mark Reddig spoke with OOIDA’s Laura O’Neill about an Ontario parliamentary hearing regarding a proposed speed limiter requirement.

  • To read more about the hearing by Land Line Magazine, click here.
  • To comment to the Justice Committee, which is holding hearings on the legislation:
    • E-mail the clerk of the committee here.
    • Call the committee with your comments by dialing (416) 325-7352.
  • You can also express your opinion by calling and writing the top elected officials in Ontario:
    • The Honorable Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario, Ferguson Block-12th Floor, 77 Wellesley St W, Toronto, ON, M7A1N3, Canada. Phone: (416) 325-1941.
    • The Honorable Jim Bradley, Ontario Minister of Transportation, Ferguson Block-3rd Floor, 77 Wellesley St W, Toronto, ON, M7A1Z8, Canada . Phone: (416) 327-9200.
    • Member of Parliament Frank Klees said he welcomes input from truckers, and encourages them to e-mail him comments here. You can also mail him a letter at: Frank Klees, Member of Provincial Parliament, Room 447, Legislative Bldg., Queen’s Park, Toronto, Ontario, M7A 1A8
    • If you live in Ontario and want to call your lawmakers, you can get contact information from the Membership Department here at OOIDA at 1-800-444-5791.

Air date: June 6, 2008.

Run for the Wall – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig talked about the Run for the Wall, which started in California and ended at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington, DC.

  • To visit the Run for the Wall Web site, please click here.
  • To view a video or still photographs of the bikers passing by, and OOIDA staff cheering them on, please click here.

Air date: June 4, 2008.

Join the Call to Action Team – You can take a more active role in trucking issues by joining the OOIDA Call to Action list. To sign up, just send an e-mail with your name, membership number and current e-mail address here. Air date: June 6, 2008.

FRIDAY RANTS: On your own - On today’s show, Reed Black offered some observations he had after witnessing a truck wreck on a dangerous exit ramp.

  • To read Reed’s rant, click here.
  • To read other entries in our Friday Rants series, click here.

Air date: June 6, 2008.

Infrastructure financing – Mark Reddig spoke with Mike Joyce about a meeting of a transportation infrastructure and financing commission that took place this week. To view the commission’s Web site, click here. Air date: June 5, 2008.

State Update – Minnesota – Reed Black talked with Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble. In Minnesota, the governor signed an omnibus transportation policy bill that includes several provisions of interest to truck drivers. To read about more legislation in Minnesota, click here. Air date: June 5, 2008.

Join the Call to Action Team – You can take a more active role by joining the OOIDA Call to Action list. To sign up, just send an e-mail with your name, membership number and current e-mail address here. Air date: June 5, 2008.

Contacting lawmakers – To call the members of Congress who specifically represent you in the House and Senate, dial the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121. Provide the operator with your ZIP code, and he or she can connect you directly to the office of your senators or representative. Air date: June 5, 2008.

ON THE LAND LINE NOW BLOG: A sure cure for inflation - Our news anchor, Reed Black, relates the story of how South Vietnam’s government fought troubling economic conditions … although he doesn’t suggest we try it here.

  • To read Reed’s blog, click here.
  • To read other entries on the “Land Line Now” Blog, click here.

Air date: June 5, 2008.

Diesel update – Terry Scruton presented an update on the price of diesel fuel and crude oil.

  • To read this week’s price report by Land Line Magazine, click here.
  • To check the price today through ProMiles, click here.
  • To see how to compute your own fuel surcharge through OOIDA’s online guide, click here.

Air date: June 4, 2008.

Diesel comments – If you have questions or a comment about diesel prices, or you’ve seen some interesting highs and lows at the pumps wherever you are, call our “Land Line Now” Diesel Price Line. Dial 1-800-324-6856, and then press 2 to record your message. This week, we’re also asking truckers who call the line to answer this question: “Do you use an anti-siphoning device? Do you think they work?” Air date: June 4, 2008.

Market manipulation – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig mentioned the Senate Commerce Committee hearing about energy market manipulation. You can read more by Land Line Magazine here. Air date: June 4, 2008.

Truckers’ Health– Terry Scruton talked with Dr. John McElligott of the Professional Drivers Medical Depots clinics about bariatric surgery. To visit PDMD’s Web site, click here. Air date: June 4, 2008.

TRUCC – Mark Reddig discussed the latest news about the TRUCC Act with OOIDA’s Rod Nofziger. The fuel surcharge legislation is listed in the Senate as S.2910. The House version is HR 5977.

Air date: June 4, 2008.

New York truck ban – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig talked about New York imposing truck bans and tolls. You can read more by Land Line Magazine below:

Air date: June 4, 2008.

Land Line Magazine – If you’re a trucker, and you want to keep up on news in the industry:

  • You can subscribe to Land Line Magazine by clicking here.
  • You can subscribe to Land Line’s Daily eNews, click here.
  • You can access Land Line Magazine’s Web site here.

Air date: June 4, 2008.

ON THE LAND LINE NOW BLOG: Fertilizing tomatoes with a bag of salt - Mark Reddig addresses the contention that speed limiters help safety in his latest blog.

  • To read Mark’s blog on limiters, click here.
  • To read all the blogs by the Land Line Now staff and others, click here.

Air date: June 4, 2008.

Energy market manipulation – Mark Reddig spoke with OOIDA’s Mike Joyce about a Senate hearing on whether the price of oil has been manipulated in the markets. To read more by Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: June 3, 2008.

Land Line Magazine – We previewed the upcoming June issue of Land Line Magazine on today’s program.

  • You can access Land Line Magazine’s Web site here.
  • If you’re a trucker, and you’d like to receive the magazine, click here.
  • If you would like to subscribe to Land Line’s Daily eNews, click here.

Air date: June 3, 2008.

State Update – Louisiana and Michigan – Reed Black talked with Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble. In Louisiana, a bill would make uniform speed limits on highways a thing of the past. It also would limit big rigs to the right lane on interstates. Meanwhile, in Michigan, Republicans at the statehouse say they have a plan to help consumers facing high fuel prices.

  • To read about more legislation in Louisiana, click here.
  • To read about more legislation in Michigan, click here.

Air date: June 3, 2008.

ON THE LAND LINE NOW BLOG: Putting lipstick on a pig – Mark Reddig offers a few thoughts on how some fueling stations are coping with record high diesel prices – and how it doesn’t address the real problem. To read his blog on the topic, as well as other blogs by the Land Line Now staff and others, click here.

CVSA Roadcheck – Reed Black reminded everyone about the CVSA Roadcheck inspection blitz scheduled for June 3-5. To read more by Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: June 2, 2008.

Canadian Speed Limiters – Mark Reddig talked with OOIDA’s Laura O’Neill about the Canadian proposal to require speed limiters in all trucks that travel in Ontario. To express your opinion, call or write the top elected officials in Ontario:

  • The Honorable Dalton McGuinty, Premier of Ontario, Ferguson Block-12th Floor, 77 Wellesley St W, Toronto, ON, M7A1N3, Canada. Phone: (416) 325-1941.
  • The Honorable Jim Bradley, Ontario Minister of Transportation, Ferguson Block-3rd Floor, 77 Wellesley St W, Toronto, ON, M7A1Z8, Canada . Phone: (416) 327-9200.
  • Member of Parliament Frank Klees said he welcomes input from truckers, and encourages them to e-mail him comments here. You can also mail him a letter at: Frank Klees, Member of Provincial Parliament, Room 447, Legislative Bldg., Queen’s Park, Toronto, Ontario, M7A 1A8
  • If you live in Ontario and want to call your lawmakers, you can get contact information from the Membership Department here at OOIDA at 1-800-444-5791.

In addition, you can read more by Land Line Magazine here. Air date: June 2, 2008.

Truck Insurance – Senior Correspondent Terry Scruton talked with Ed Briley of OOIDA’s Truck Insurance Customer Service Department about some common questions they get in the Truck Customer Service department.

  • You can visit the new OOIDA Truck Insurance Web site here.
  • If you have a question about truck insuran ce, you can call 1-800-715-9369.
  • If you have a question about truck insurance you’d like answered on the air – you can call our comment line at 1-800-324-6856.

Air date: June 2, 2008.

Trucking history – Mark Reddig brought us highlights of the 2008 Antique Truck Show and National Convention of the American Truck Historical Society show in Hutchinson, KS.

  • You can visit the ATHS Web site here.
  • You can visit the Hays Truck Museum Web site here.

Air date: June 2, 2008.

Body Mass Index – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig mentioned a proposal to check truckers based on BMI, or body mass index, by the FMCSA’s CDL Medical Review Board.

  • You can visit Medical Review Board Web site here.
  • You can read more by Land Line Magazine here.
  • You can visit the Web site of the CDC, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, here to calculate your BMI.

Air date: June 2, 2008.

TRUCC – In today’s Listener Comment Line, Mark Reddig mentioned the fuel surcharge legislation supported by OOIDA. The legislation is called “The TRUCC Act — Trust in Reliable Understanding of Consumer Costs,” or S.2910. The House version is HR 5977.

Air date: June 2, 2008.

ON THE LAND LINE NOW BLOG: Putting lipstick on a pig – Mark Reddig offers a few thoughts on how some fueling stations are coping with record high diesel prices – and how it doesn’t address the real problem. To read his blog on the topic, as well as other blogs by the Land Line Now staff and others, click here.


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