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Driver Training Proposal – Mark Reddig spoke with OOIDA’s Rick Craig and Joe Rajkovacz, along with Land Line Magazine’s Jami Jones, about the FMCSA driver training proposal. You can read a special report by Jami Jones here. The public has until March 25, 2008, to file comments on the proposed regulation. The Docket number for the proposed rule is FMCSA-2007-27748. If you are going to comment online, you will need the Document ID number. That is FMCSA-2007-27748-0001. Click here to see how to comment. Air date: Dec. 28, 2007.

Hours of Service – To read the latest news on the interim final rule, click here. To see how to file comments on the rule, click here. Comments on the interim final rule will be accepted through Feb. 15, 2008. You will need the Docket ID, which is FMCSA-2004-19608. You must include it on any comments you submit by fax, mail or in person. In order to comment electronically, you will need the Document ID. That is FMCSA-2004-19608-2528. Air date: Dec. 31, 2007.

CARB – California’s new 5-minute idling rule is in effect Jan. 1, 2008. If truckers violate the new 5-minute idling limit, they could face not only fines, but also possible criminal charges. To learn more, you can visit the CARB Web site here or you can call 1-800-END-SMOG (1-800-363-7664). Air date: Dec. 28, 2007.

State Update-Missouri and South Carolina - Land Line Magazine State Legislative editor Keith Goble discussed a Missouri effort involving several trucking related bills, and South Carolina’s possible “move over” law. To read more about legislation in Missouri, click here. To read more about legislation in South Carolina, click here. Air date: Jan. 1, 2008.

State Update-Ohio - Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble discussed legislation in Ohio, where a lawmaker wants CDL tests in English only, and efforts in several states regarding driver’s licenses for illegal immigrants. To read more about legislation in Ohio, click here. Air date: Dec. 31, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator - Ron Mermis will have the OOIDA NASCAR simulator at the Petro truck stop in Atlanta, Georgia, through Wed, Jan. 2. The Petro is located at Exit 12 off Interstate 285. Stop in, say hi to Ron, and get 20 dollars off your membership cost to join OOIDA. Air date: Dec. 28, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator - Ron Mermis will have the OOIDA NASCAR simulator at the Petro truck stop in Atlanta, GA, through this coming Wednesday, Jan. 2, 2008. The Petro is located at Exit 12 off Interstate 285. Air date: Dec. 27, 2007.

John Ewing – Terry Scruton spoke with John Ewing of Truckers Helper about fuel optimization. For more information, check out Truckers Helper on the Web here. Air date: Dec. 27, 2007.

Appropriations Bill/Mexican Trucks – Mark Reddig spoke with OOIDA’s Todd Spencer about the appropriations bill and funding for the Mexican cross-border trucking pilot program. To read a special report by Land Line Magazine Senior Editor, Jami Jones, click here. Air date: Dec. 27, 2007.

Volvo Recall – Volvo has issued a recall on certain heavy-duty trucks. To read more about the recall by Land Line Magazine Senior Editor Jami Jones, click here. Air date: Dec. 27, 2007.

Heart disease – Terry Scruton talked with Dr. John McElligott of the Professional Drivers Medical Depots clinics about occult heart disease. To learn more about the clinics, click here. Or you can call PDMD at (865) 558-3038. Air date: Dec. 27, 2007.

Trucking Santas – We ran an encore of a story today in which Terry Scruton described truckers’ efforts to aid hurricane victims. To read an update on the story by Clarissa Kell-Holland of Land Line Magazine, click here. Donations to Craig Hansen’s “Truckin’ Santas” project can be made over the phone by calling the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, which handles all the donations for the Truckin’ Santas, at 1-888-930-4438, including credit card payments. Donations can be mailed to:
Truckin’ Santas
c/o LCMS
1333 South Kirkwood Road
Kirkwood, MO 63122
Air date: Dec. 25, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about an effort in Alabama intended to help replace bad bridges throughout the state. To read more about legislation in Alabama, click here. Air date: Dec. 25, 2007.

Wreaths Across America – Reed Black spoke with Morrill Worcester of the Worcester Wreath Co. about his mission to remember America’s fallen heroes. You can visit his Web site here. Air date: Dec. 24, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about a Missouri lawmaker who is trying to bring toll roads to his state, and about New Jersey lawmakers who are looking at red-light cameras. To read more about legislation in Missouri, click here. To read more about legislation in New Jersey, click here. Air date: Dec. 24, 2007.

Truckers for Troops - The Truckers for Troops Telethon is over, but truckers can still donate money to purchase care packages that will be sent to our troops. Call our main number, 1-800-444-5791, during business hours and ask for the Membership Department. If you mail in a check, make sure you put the words “troop donation” in the memo space on your check. You can mail it to:
Truckers for Troops Telethon
c/o OOIDA
P.O. Box 1000
Grain Valley, MO 64029
To read more by Land Line Magazine about the total raised so far click here. Air date: Dec. 21, 2007.

California Hours of Service – Rick Craig of OOIDA spoke today about the state’s new intrastate regulations. If you have a question about the new California regs, call the state’s Highway Patrol Commercial Vehicle Section at (916) 445-1865. Air date: Dec. 21, 2007.

Truckers for Troops - The Truckers for Troops Telethon is over, but truckers can still donate money to purchase care packages that will be sent to our troops. Call our main number, 1-800-444-5791, and ask for the Membership Department. If you mail in a check, make sure you put the words “troop donation” in the memo space on your check. You can mail it to:
Truckers for Troops Telethon
c/o OOIDA
P.O. Box 1000
Grain Valley, MO 64029
To read more by Land Line Magazine about the total raised so far, click here (put link to daily story here). Air date: Dec. 20, 2007.

Call to Action – You can take a more active role in trucking issues by joining the OOIDA Call to Action team. Click here to sign up by sending an e-mail with your name, your OOIDA membership number and your current e-mail address. Air date: Dec. 20, 2007.

Hours of Service - To see how to file comments on the interim rule, click here. You will need the Docket ID number, which is FMCSA-2004-19608-2528, in order to comment electronically, and you must include it on any comments you submit by fax, mail or in person. The deadline to comment is Feb. 15, 2008. Air date: Dec. 19, 2007.

‘Back on the Road’ – Arrow Truck Sales recently announced the kick-off of “Back on the Road,” a contest designed to benefit one deserving owner-operator in need of a truck and a job. To learn more and submit your story, click here. Air date: Dec. 19, 2007.

Diesel update – Terry Scruton gave an update on the price of diesel fuel and crude oil. To read this week’s report on prices, click here. To check the price today through ProMiles, click here. Air date: Dec. 19, 2007.

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” Comment Line at 1-800-324-6856, and then press 2 to record your message. Air date: Dec. 19, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about an effort in Washington state, where legislators are consider charging highway users a fee. To read more about legislation in Washington state, click here. Air date: Dec. 19, 2007.

Canadian speed limiters – OOIDA is encouraging truckers to call or write elected officials in the Canadian province of Ontario to express their opinion about requiring speed limiters. Here’s the contact information:

The Honorable Jim Bradley
Ontario Minister of Transportation
Ferguson Block
77 Wellesley St W, 3rd Floor
Toronto ON M7A1Z8
Canada
Phone: 416-327-9200

The Honorable Dalton McGuinty
Premier of Ontario
Ferguson Block, 12th Floor
77 Wellesley St W
Toronto ON M7A1N3
Canada
Phone: 416-325-1941.

OOIDA has also issued a Call to Action regarding the Canadian speed limiter proposals. Click here to read the Call to Action. Air date: Dec. 18, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about New Jersey legislation intended to improve port operations and roadway safety. To read more about legislation in New Jersey, click here. Air date: Dec. 18, 2007.

Appropriations bill – Mark Reddig spoke with Rod Nofziger about the appropriations bill heading for the president’s desk. To read more in a special report by Land Line Magazine, click here. You can also share your opinion on the bill with your federal lawmakers by calling the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121. Give the operators your ZIP code, and they’ll connect you directly with the office of your U.S. representative or either of two U.S. senators. Air date: Dec. 18, 2007.

Canadian speed limiters – OOIDA’s Laura O’Neil encouraged truckers to call or write elected officials in the Canadian province of Ontario to express their opinion about requiring speed limiters. Here’s the contact information:

The Honorable Jim Bradley
Ontario Minister of Transportation
Ferguson Block
77 Wellesley St W, 3rd Flr
Toronto ON M7A1Z8
Canada
Phone: 416-327-9200

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: Dec. 17, 2007.

CSA 2010 - Terry Scruton talked with Tom Weakley of the OOIDA Foundation about CSA 2010 – the replacement for the SafeStat system. You can read more by going to the FMCSA Web site here, or in the upcoming February 2008 issue of Land Line Magazine. Air date: Dec. 17, 2007.

Pennsylvania I-80 Symposium – Terry Scruton gave us highlights of a symposium in Clarion, PA, about the possible tolling of I-80. To read more about the symposium in a story by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner, click here. Air date: Dec. 14, 2007.

CARB – Mark Reddig talked with Laura O’Neill of OOIDA’s Washington, DC, office about a recent meeting of CARB – the California Air Resources Board. You can visit the CARB Web site here. You can read more about the meeting in a story by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer Charlie Morasch by clicking here. Air date: Dec. 14, 2007.

Truckers for Troops - The Truckers for Troops Telethon is over, but truckers can still donate money to purchase care packages that will be sent to our troops. Call our main number, 1-800-444-5791, and ask for the Membership Department. If you mail in a check, make sure you put the words “troop donation” in the memo space on your check. You can mail it to:
Truckers for Troops Telethon
c/o OOIDA
P.O. Box 1000
Grain Valley, MO 64029
Air date: Dec. 14, 2007.

TWIC – We reported on the opening of TWIC enrollment in several ports. You can read more through the Land Line Magazine Web site, here. A complete list of TWIC enrollment openings and other information about the program is available through the TSA Web site, here. Air date: Dec. 14, 2007.

HOS - To see how to file comments on the interim rule, which was released this week, click here. You will need the Docket ID number, which is FMCSA-2004-19608, in order to comment electronically, and you must include it on any comments you submit by fax, mail or in person. Air date: Dec. 13, 2007.

Diesel update – Terry Scruton gave an update on the prices of diesel fuel and crude oil. To read this week’s report on prices, click here. To check the price through ProMiles, click here. Air date: Dec. 13, 2007.

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 happen to be, call our “Land Line Now” Comment Line at 1-800-324-6856, and then press 2 to record your message. Air date: Dec. 13, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about a New Jersey lawmaker who wants to double fuel taxes, and a California effort to target drugged drivers. To read more about legislation in New Jersey, click here. To read more about legislation in California, click here. Air date: Dec. 13, 2007.

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 on the Internet through the Members Only section of our Web site. Just click here. Air date: Dec. 13, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator - Ron Mermis will have the OOIDA NASCAR simulator at the TA truck stop in Cartersville, GA. The TA is located at Exit 296 off Interstate 75. Air date: Dec. 13, 2007.

Hours of Service – Mark spoke with Rick Craig, Joe Rajkovacz and Jami Jones about the FMCSA interim final rule released Tuesday, Dec. 11. To read a special report by Land Line Magazine Senior Editor Jami Jones, click here. To see how to file comments on the interim rule, click here. You will need the Docket ID number, which is FMCSA-2004-19608, in order to comment electronically, and you must include it on any comments you submit by fax, mail or in person. Air date: Dec. 12, 2007.

California Truckers to Meet - California truckers who are concerned about the statewide clean air plan, which would require costly retrofits of older trucks, are invited to attend a trucker-organized meeting at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 15, at the EMT Tire offices at 15243 Avenue 152, Porterville, CA. You can call organizer Ron Faulkner of Faulkner Trucking at (559) 684-8356 ext. 208. Air date: Dec. 12, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about a bill in Massachusetts that would press the case for bio-fuels, and about Iowa lawmakers who are considering a fuel tax increase. To read more about legislation in Massachusetts, click here. To read more about legislation in Iowa, click here. Air date: Dec. 12, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator - Ron Mermis will have the OOIDA NASCAR simulator at the TA truck stop in Cartersville, GA. The TA is located at Exit 296 off Interstate 75. Air date: Dec. 12, 2007.

Hours of Service – Rod Nofziger discussed the new Hours of Service interim rule on today’s show. To read more, click here. Air date: Dec. 11, 2007.

Coalition to Lower Fuel Prices – Truckers in Maine plan to meet to voice their concerns about high diesel fuel prices to local, state and federal officials. The next meeting is scheduled for 9 a.m. EST Dec. 15 at the high school in Skowhegan, ME. Skowhegan Area High School is located at 61 Academy Circle off of Route 2. Air date: Dec. 11, 2007.

Leafy Greens – Reed Black spoke with OOIDA Regulatory Affairs Specialist Joe Rajkovacz and Land Line Magazine Staff Writer Clarissa Kell-Holland about a trip they took to California to investigate produce handling. To read Clarissa’s stories about what lead to the trip, click here and here. Air date: Dec. 11, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator - Ron Mermis will have the OOIDA NASCAR simulator at the TA truck stop in Cartersville, Georgia. The TA is located at Exit 296 off Interstate 75. Air date: Dec. 11, 2007.

Truckers for Troops - The Truckers for Troops telethon is over, but truckers can still donate money to purchase care packages that will be sent to our troops. Call our main number, 1-800-444-5791, and ask for the Membership Department. If you mail in a check, make sure you put the words “troop donation” in the memo space on your check. You can mail it to:
Truckers for Troops Telethon
c/o OOIDA
P.O. Box 1000
Grain Valley, MO 64029
Air date: Dec. 11, 2007.

CARB – Reed Black talked with OOIDA’s Joe Rajkovacz about his meeting with CARB – the California Air Resources Board. You can visit the CARB Web site here. You can read more by Land Line Magazine staff writer Charlie Morasch here. Air date: Dec. 10, 2007.

Mexican trucks – Mark Reddig spoke with OOIDA’s Rick Craig about the association’s efforts to oppose the Mexican cross-border trucking pilot program. To read a special report by Land Line Magazine Senior Editor Jami Jones, click here. Air date: Dec. 10, 2007.

Truckers for Troops Telethon – OOIDA is airing the “Truckers for Troops Telethon” all of this week. New members or renewing members during the telethon will receive a $25 discounted rate for OOIDA membership; 10 percent of that will pay for care packages for our troops overseas. OOIDA will match those donations dollar for dollar. Click here to join OOIDA or renew your OOIDA membership. Make sure to mark the “referred by” line with the word “Troops” to ensure it is counted toward the Truckers for Troops Telethon. To read more about the telethon, click here. Air date: Dec. 7, 2007.

What They Gave To Me – OOIDA member Jack Kapanka has written and performed a song dedicated to the soldiers that you can hear by clicking here. Air date: Dec. 7, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator - Ron Mermis will have the OOIDA NASCAR simulator at the Petro truck stop in Atlanta, GA, located at Exit 12 off Interstate 285. Any truckers who sign up this week with Ron can take part in the Truckers for Troops Telethon. Just write the word “troops” in the “referred by” space on your membership form. Air date: Dec. 7, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about a panel in Colorado that wants more taxes and fees to pay for transportation, and a plan in Michigan to change its so-called “bad driver fees.” To read more about legislation in Colorado, click here; to read more about legislation in Michigan, click here. Air date: Dec. 7, 2007.

Lawsuit updates – We broadcast several updates on OOIDA lawsuits during today’s program. You can read more on Page 33 of your December/January issue of Land Line Magazine. Also keep an eye on landlinemag.com for updates. Air date: Dec. 7, 2007.

Michigan truckers on fuel - Logging truckers in Michigan say the high cost of diesel threatens to put them out of business. Concerned truckers are invited to attend a meeting to discuss the situation. The meeting, organized by OOIDA member Marty DeHaan and other logging truckers, will begin at 10 a.m. CST Saturday, Dec. 8, at the township hall in Iron Mountain, MI. Air date: Dec. 6, 2007.

Fallen Heroes 2 – To find out more about the rolling memorial “Fallen Heroes 2” you can visit the Web site of OOIDA member Sean McEndree here. Air date: Dec. 6, 2007.

Wounded Warrior Project – During our conversation with Sean McEndree, he talked about an organization called the Wounded Warrior Project. To find out more about that group, you can visit their Web site here. Air date: Dec. 6, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble discussed efforts in Arizona toward privatization and a road rage bill in Florida. To read more about legislation in Arizona, click here; to read more about legislation in Florida, click here. Air date: Dec. 6, 2007.

Insurance – Senior Correspondent Terry Scruton talked with Ed Briley, an agent with OOIDA’s Truck Insurance Department. If you have a question about truck insurance, you can call 1-800-715-9369. If you have a question about other types of insurance – or 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: Dec. 6, 2007.

Truckers on fuel – Truckers in Maine plan to meet to voice their concerns about high diesel fuel prices to local, state and federal officials. The meeting is scheduled for 10 a.m. EST Dec. 8 at the township hall in Iron Mountain, ME. Local and national politicians are expected to be on hand to discuss the issue. Air date: Dec. 6, 2007.

Truckers for Troops Telethon – OOIDA is airing the “Truckers for Troops Telethon” all of this week. New members or renewing members during the telethon will receive a $25 discounted rate for OOIDA membership; 10 percent of that will pay for care packages for our troops overseas. OOIDA will match those donations dollar for dollar. Click here to join OOIDA or renew your OOIDA membership. Make sure to mark the Referral line with “Troops” to ensure it is counted toward the Truckers for Troops Telethon. To read more about the telethon, click here. Air date: Dec. 5, 2007.

Soldiers and Truckers – OOIDA member Howard Salmon has written a song – “Soldiers and Truckers” – in honor of our troops. If you want to learn more about Howard and his song, you can click here. Air date: Dec. 5, 2007.

Truckers for Troops Telethon – OOIDA is airing the “Truckers for Troops Telethon” all of this week. New members or renewing members during the telethon will receive a $25 discounted rate for OOIDA membership; 10 percent of that will pay for care packages for our troops overseas. OOIDA will match those donations dollar for dollar. Click here to join OOIDA or renew your OOIDA membership. Make sure to mark the Referral line with “Troops” to ensure it is counted toward the Truckers for Troops Telethon. To read more about the telethon, click here. Air date: Dec. 4, 2007.

Truckers for Troops Telethon – Starting Monday, Dec. 3 and all this week, OOIDA is airing a “Truckers for Troops Telethon.” New members or renewing members during that week will receive a $25 discounted rate for OOIDA membership, and 10 percent of that will pay for care packages for our troops overseas. OOIDA will match those donations dollar for dollar. Click here to join OOIDA or renew your OOIDA membership. Make sure to mark the Referral line with “Troops” to ensure it is counted toward the Truckers for Troops Telethon. To read more, you can visit the OOIDA Web page here. Air date: Dec. 3, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator – Ron Mermis will have the OOIDA NASCAR simulator at the Petro truck stop in Atlanta, GA. The Petro is located at Exit 12 off Interstate 285. Any truckers who sign up this week with Ron can take part in the Truckers for Troops Telethon. Just write the word “troops” in the “referred by” space on your membership form. Air date: Dec. 3, 2007.

Truckers for Troops Telethon – Starting Monday, Dec. 3, and all next week, OOIDA is airing a “Truckers for Troops Telethon.” New members or renewing members during that week will receive a $25 discounted rate for OOIDA membership, and 10 percent of that will pay for care packages for our troops overseas. OOIDA will match those donations dollar for dollar. Click here to join OOIDA or renew your OOIDA membership. Make sure to mark the Referral line with “Troops” to ensure it is counted towards the Truckers for Troops Telethon. To read more, you can visit the OOIDA Web page here. Air date: Nov. 30, 2007.

California focus group – The California Department of Transportation is conducting two focus groups, and truckers are invited to apply to participate. Truckers will give their input on California’s roadside rest areas and will be paid $100 for their participation, which should take a maximum of two hours. The first meeting is set for Dec. 4 in Fresno, CA, with the second set for Dec. 6 in Ontario, CA. If you are interested in participating, call (916) 487-5109. You can also e-mail Patricia Costanza at pcostanza@tmdgroup.net and put “focus group” in the e-mail’s subject line. Air date: Nov. 30, 2007.

California on-line survey – The California Air Resources Board is conducting an online survey that officials hope truckers will fill out. To read the survey click here. Air date: Nov. 30, 2007.

Land Line Magazine – We previewed the upcoming December-January issue of Land Line Magazine. If you’re a trucker and you’d like to receive the magazine, click here. Air date: Nov. 30, 2007.

Roses & Razzberries – Terry Scruton offered up some of our patented Roses & Razzberrries. If you are an OOIDA member and want to offer up your own Rose or Razzberry for our consideration, you can do it on the Internet through the Members Only section of our Web site. Just click here. Air date: Nov. 29, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator – Ron Mermis will have the OOIDA NASCAR simulator at the Petro in Kingsland, GA, at Exit 3 on Interstate 95. Make sure to stop in, say hi to Ron, and save a few dollars on your OOIDA membership dues. Air date: Nov. 29, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine Legislative Editor Keith Goble reported that in Kansas an interim legislative panel is calling for a bill that would mandate roadside drug testing for drivers involved in wrecks causing injuries or deaths. To read more about legislation in Kansas, click here. Air date: Nov. 29, 2007.

Truckers on fuel – Truckers in Maine plan to meet on Dec. 1 to voice their concerns about high diesel fuel prices to local, state and federal officials. The meeting is scheduled for 9 a.m. at the American Legion Hall in Damariscotta, which is 20 miles north of Brunswick on U.S. Highway 1. Local and national politicians are expected to be on hand to discuss the issue. Air date: Nov. 29, 2007.

I-80 toll meeting – Truckers and the general public are invited to attend a Chamber of Commerce symposium with panel discussions about tolling I-80. It is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30, in Clarion, PA, at the Zion Baptist Church, 114 Zion Road. The church is three miles south of the I-80 Clarion Exit 62 on Route 68. The Clarion Chamber of Commerce has arranged for truck parking at the All American Plaza located off I-80 at exit 70. There will be a van picking up interested drivers every 15 minutes beginning at 8:15, 8:30 and 8:45. The van will also drop off drivers around 1:00 p.m. after the symposium. Air date: Nov. 29, 2007.

I-80 toll meeting – A chamber of commerce group is sponsoring a public symposium about proposed tolling on I-80. It is scheduled for 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Friday, Nov. 30, at the Zion Baptist Church, 114 Zion Road, Clarion, PA. The church is three miles south of the I-80 Clarion Exit 62 on Route 68. Mike Joyce, a senior government affairs representative in OOIDA’s Washington, DC, office is scheduled to participate and truckers are encouraged to attend. Air date: Nov. 28, 2007

Hot fuel – Terry Scruton spoke with John Siebert of the OOIDA Foundation about the latest news on hot fuel. Also, read an article written by Steve Everly of The Kansas City Star here. For more information on the hot fuel issue, visit OOIDA’s hot fuel Web site here. Air date: Nov. 28, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine Legislative Editor Keith Goble reported that Nebraska is looking for more highway cash, while New Hampshire considers privatization. To read more about legislation in Nebraska, click here. To read more about legislation in New Hampshire, click here. Air date: Nov. 28, 2007.

Toby Bradley – OOIDA member Toby Bradley has made it to the final four in the CMT network’s “Music Madness” competition. You can read about Toby’s song, “When You Come Home (Jessie’s Song)” and listen to it and vote for it as well by clicking here. To vote for his video on the CMT Web site, click here. Air date: Nov. 28, 2007.

California focus group – The California Department of Transportation contracted with the University of California at Berkeley and a social marketing and research group dubbed TMD Group to conduct two focus groups. Truckers will give their input on California’s roadside rest areas and will be paid $100 for their participation, which should take a maximum of two hours. The first meeting is set for Dec. 4 in Fresno, CA, with the second set for Dec. 6 in Ontario, CA. If you are interested in participating in either of the focus groups, call (916) 487-5109. You can also e-mail Patricia Costanza, president of TMD Group, at pcostanza@tmdgroup.net and put “focus group” in the e-mail’s subject line. Air date: Nov. 28, 2007.

I-80 meeting – Truckers and the general public are invited to attend a Chamber of Commerce symposium with panel discussions about tolling I-80. It is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30, in Clarion, PA, at the Zion Baptist Church, 114 Zion Road. The church is three miles south of the I-80 Clarion Exit 62 on Route 68. Air date: Nov. 27, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator – Ron Mermis will have the OOIDA NASCAR simulator at the Petro in Kingsland, GA, at Exit 3 of Interstate 95. Make sure to stop in, say hi to Ron, and save a few dollars on your OOIDA membership dues.
Air date: Nov. 27, 2007.

Toby Bradley – OOIDA member Toby Bradley is in the CMT network’s “Music Madness” competition. You can read about Toby’s song, “When You Come Home (Jessie’s Song)” and hear it as well by clicking here. There is a link to vote for Toby as well. Air date: Nov. 27, 2007.

Truckers on fuel – Truckers in Maine plan to meet on Dec. 1 to voice their concern about high diesel fuel prices to local, state and federal officials. The meeting is scheduled for 9 a.m. at the American Legion Hall in Damariscotta, which is 20 miles north of Brunswick on U.S. Highway 1. Local and national politicians are expected to be on hand to discuss the issue. Air date: Nov. 27, 2007.

‘Back on the Road’ – Arrow Truck Sales recently announced the kick-off of “Back on the Road,” a contest designed to benefit one deserving owner-operator in need of a truck and a job. To learn more and submit your story, click here. Air date: Nov. 26, 2007.

Lawsuit updates – Mark and Reed gave us some lawsuit updates on today’s show. You can read more in your December/January issue of Land Line Magazine. Also keep an eye on landlinemag.com for updates. Air date: Nov. 26, 2007.

Voting – Make your voice heard in elections. You can visit OOIDA’s TruckVote Web site here. You can also visit the Project Vote Smart Web site here. Air date: Nov. 26, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine Legislative Editor Keith Goble reported that North Carolina may change how it distributes road money. To read more about legislation in North Carolina, click here. Air date: Nov. 23, 2007.

Toby Bradley –OOIDA member Toby Bradley is in the CMT network’s “Music Madness” competition. You can read about Toby’s song, “When You Come Home (Jessie’s Song)” and hear it as well by clicking here. There is a link to vote for Toby as well. Air date: Nov. 23, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine Legislative Editor Keith Goble reported that Iowa continues to search for more road money. To read more about legislation in Iowa, click here. Air date: Nov. 22, 2007.

Trucker to the rescue – Reed Black interviewed Rick Tower, a trucker and real-life hero who jumped into a river to save a woman. To get a form to nominate someone for the Goodyear Highway Hero program, click here or call (330) 796-8183. Air date: Nov. 22, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator – Ron Mermis will have the simulator at the Petro in Reddick, FL, through Sunday, Nov. 25. The Petro is located at Exit 368 off Interstate 75. Make sure to stop in, say hi to Ron. You can save a few dollars on your OOIDA membership dues if you pay at the simulator. Air date: Nov. 22, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator – Ron Mermis will have the simulator at the Petro in Reddick, FL. The Petro is located at Exit 368 off Interstate 75. Make sure to stop in, say hi to Ron. You can save a few dollars on your OOIDA membership dues if you pay at the simulator. Air date: Nov. 20, 2007.

Toby Bradley – Reed Black interviewed OOIDA member Toby Bradley who is in the CMT network’s “Music Madness” competition. You can read about Toby’s song, “When You Come Home (Jessie’s Song)” and hear it as well. Click here, and then go to the videos section of his home page. There is a link to vote for Toby as well. Air date: Nov. 20, 2007.

Canadian speed limiters – Canadian truckers are urged to contact Quebec Minister of Transport Julie Boulet and express their opinions about mandatory speed limiters by calling (418) 643-6980 or mailing comments to:
Minister Julie Boulet
Ministre des Transports
700 boul. Rene-Levesque Est, 29e etage
Quebec, Canada, G1R 5H1
You are urged to sign a petition against government-mandated speed limiters here. You can also call Joanne Ritchie, Executive Director of the Owner-Operator’s Business Association of Canada at, 1-888-794-9990 or visit OBAC’s Web site here. Air date: Nov. 20, 2007.

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: Nov. 20, 2007.

Cash-for-CDL schemes – Mark spoke with Matt Whitworth, a U.S. attorney in the Western District of Missouri concerning several cases involving cash-for-CDL schemes, including one in West Plains, MO. You can read the news release from the U.S. Attorney’s office here. You can also read a Special Report from Land Line Magazine here. Air date: Nov. 19, 2007.

Lawsuit updates – Mark gave us some lawsuit updates on today’s show. You can read more in your December/January issue of Land Line Magazine. Also keep an eye on landlinemag.com for updates. Air date: Nov. 19, 2007.

Membership – You can join OOIDA by clicking here, or call and talk with the Association’s Membership Department at 1-800-324-6856 and then press the number 3. They are there for you Monday through Friday during business hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at 1-800-444-5791. Air date: Nov. 19, 2007.

Insurance – Senior Correspondent Terry Scruton recently talked to Ed Briley, an agent with OOIDA’s Truck Department. If you have a question about truck insurance, you can call 1-800-715-9369. If you have a question about other types of insurance – or 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: Nov. 19, 2007.

Speed limiter petition – Canadian trucker Jean Catudal of Quebec is collecting online signatures and comments in opposition to proposals in the provinces of Quebec and Ontario to require heavy trucks to have speed limiters. To read or sign the petition, click here. Air date: Nov. 15, 2007.

Roses & Razzberries – Terry Scruton offered up some of our patented Roses & Razzberrries. If you want to offer up your own Rose or Razzberry for our consideration, you can do it on the Internet through the Members’ Only section of our Web site. Just click here . Air date: Nov. 15, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator - Ron Mermis will have the OOIDA NASCAR simulator at the TA in Wildwood, FL, through Nov. 15. The TA is located at exit 329 off Interstate 75. While you’re there, you can enjoy a performance by Joey Holiday Tuesday and Wednesday as well. Air date: Nov. 14, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine Legislative Editor Keith Goble reported that in Wyoming, a legislative panel is looking into imposing tolls on Interstate 80 truck traffic to help foot the bill for rising road repair costs. To read more about legislation in Wyoming, click here. Air date: Nov. 14, 2007.

I-80 tolling – OOIDA is urging its members and the public to attend a series of public meetings in Pennsylvania regarding the proposed tolling of I-80 in the state. To find the locations and dates of the meetings and read more by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner, click here. People wishing to make comments in writing can send them to:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
c/o Joe Hlivia McCormick Taylor, Inc.
101 Innovation Boulevard Suite 206
State College, PA 16803
Air date: Nov. 14, 2007.

California focus group - The California Department of Transportation contracted with the University of California at Berkeley and a social marketing and research group dubbed TMD Group to conduct two focus groups. Truckers will give their input on California’s roadside rest areas and will be paid $100 for their participation, which should take a maximum of two hours. If you are interested in participating in either of the focus groups, call (916) 487-5109. You can also e-mail Patricia Costanza, president of TMD Group, at pcostanza@tmdgroup.net and put “focus group” in the e-mail’s subject line. Air date: Nov. 14, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine Legislative Editor Keith Goble reported that in Arizona, the governor is considering putting a question before voters about whether to impose new taxes to pay for roads. To read more about legislation in Arizona, click here. Air date: Nov. 13, 2007.

California sues EPA – Reed Black ran down the highlights of the press conference at which California announced their lawsuit against the EPA. To read more by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer, Charlie Morasch, click here. Air date: Nov. 13, 2007.

I-80 tolling legislation – Legislation aimed at blocking the tolling of I-80 in Pennsylvania did not make it into the final version of the amendment to the Fiscal Year 2008. To read more by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner, click here. Air date: Nov. 13, 2007.

Canadian speed limiters – Laura O’Neill from OOIDA’s Washington, DC, office spoke about Canadian speed limiters. To read more by David Tanner, Land Line Magazine staff writer, click here. You can also call Joanne Ritchie, Executive Director of the Owner-Operator’s Business Association of Canada at, 1-888-794-9990 or visit OBAC’s Web site here. You are urged to sign a petition against government-mandated speed limiters here. We are also urging members to send postcards. To get the postcards, simply call OOIDA Headquarters at 1-800-444-5791 and ask for Angel or Denise. Air date: Nov. 12, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator – Ron Mermis will have the simulator at the TA in Wildwood, FL, today, Nov. 12, through Thursday, Nov. 15. The TA is located at exit 329 off I-75. Joey Holiday will be performing Tuesday and Wednesday as well. Make sure to stop in, say hi to Ron and save a few dollars on your OOIDA membership dues. Air date: Nov. 12, 2007.

Mexican trucks – Mark talked to Rod Nofziger, OOIDA director of government affairs, about legislation to cut off funding for the cross-border pilot program. To read a special report by Land Line Magazine Senior Editor Jami Jones, click here. Air date: Nov. 9, 2007.

UCR – Mark spoke to Scott O’Dell of OOIDA Business Services about the Unified Carrier Registration system. You can visit the UCR Web site here. Air date: Nov. 9, 2007.

I-80 tolling – OOIDA is urging its members and the public to attend a series of public meetings in Pennsylvania regarding the proposed tolling of I-80 in the state. To find the locations and dates of the meetings and read more by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner, click here. People wishing to make comments in writing can send them to:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
c/o Joe Hlivia McCormick Taylor, Inc.
101 Innovation Boulevard Suite 206
State College, PA 16803
Air date: Nov. 9, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator – Ron Mermis will have the simulator at The Meca South Florida Truck Show Nov. 9-11. The show is scheduled for the company’s Miami location, on U.S. 27, southeast of Exit 35 on the Florida Turnpike. You can visit Meca Truck Chrome Web site here. Make sure to stop in, say hi to Ron and save a few dollars on your OOIDA membership dues. Air date: Nov. 9, 2007.

John Ewing – Terry Scruton spoke with John Ewing of Truckers Helper about PC repair. For more information, check out Truckers Helper on the Web here. Air date: Nov. 8, 2007.

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 happen to be, call our “Land Line Now” Comment Line at 1-800-324-6856, and then press 2 to record your message. Air date: Nov. 8, 2007.

TWIC – Terry Scruton presented highlights of a House Homeland Security TWIC hearing. You can go to the TSA Web site to learn more on TWIC here. Air date: Nov. 7, 2007.

Diesel update – Terry Scruton gave an update on the prices of diesel fuel and crude oil. To read this week’s report on prices, click here. To check the price through ProMiles, click here. Air date: Nov. 7, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine Legislative Editor Keith Goble reported that the Wisconsin governor signed a two-year state budget that includes a 30 percent increase in registration fees for large trucks. To read about more legislation in Wisconsin, click here. Nov. 7, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator – Ron Mermis will have the simulator at The Meca South Florida Truck Show Nov. 9-11. The show is scheduled for the company’s Miami location, on U.S. 27, southeast of Exit 35 on the Florida Turnpike. You can visit Meca Truck Chrome Web site here. Make sure to stop in, say hi to Ron and save a few dollars on your OOIDA membership dues. Air date: Nov. 7, 2007.

I-80 tolling – OOIDA is urging members and the public to attend a series of public meetings in Pennsylvania regarding the proposed tolling of I-80 in the state. To find the locations and dates of the meetings and read more by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner, click here. People wishing to make comments in writing can send them to:
Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission
c/o Joe Hlivia McCormick Taylor, Inc.
101 Innovation Boulevard Suite 206
State College, PA 16803
Air date: Nov. 6, 2007.

Canadian speed limiters – A growing number of U.S. lawmakers are joining the fight against a proposal for mandatory speed limiters in Canada. To read a Special Report by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner, click here. Air date: Nov. 6, 2007.

PDMD – Terry Scruton talked with Dr. John McElligott of the Professional Drivers Medical Depots clinics about occult heart disease. To learn more about the clinics, click here. Air date: Nov. 6, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine Legislative Editor Keith Goble discussed a bill that would require the state to equip its diesel vehicles with updated pollution controls in Massachusetts. To read more on legislation in Massachusetts, click here. Air date: Nov. 6, 2007.

CARB – Mark talked about California Air Resource Board in the Comment Line. To read more by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer Charlie Morasch, click here and here. You can also visit CARB Web site here. Air date: Nov. 6, 2007.

Drug testing – Reed Black gave us highlights of a House Drug and Alcohol Testing hearing where OOIDA Director of Regulatory Affairs Rick Craig testified. To read more by Jami Jones, Land Line Magazine senior editor, click here. Air date: Nov. 5, 2007.

Land Line Magazine – We previewed the upcoming November issue of Land Line Magazine. If you’re a trucker and you’d like to receive the magazine, click here. Air date: Nov. 5, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine Legislative Editor Keith Goble discussed a new law in California calling for a study to analyze the potential impact of “hot fuel.” To read more on legislation in California, click here. You can also visit OOIDA’s Turn Down Hot Fuel Web site here. Air date: Nov. 2, 2007.

Speak out now – OOIDA President Jim Johnston has issued a national Call to Action urging drivers to ask their representatives and senators in Congress to strip funding from the cross-border trucking pilot program with Mexico. To speak to your representative and two senators in Washington, DC, simply call the Capitol switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and give them your ZIP code. Operators will connect you with the offices of your elected officials. You are also welcome to call OOIDA at 1-800-444-5791, and staff there will look up telephone and fax numbers for you. To read Jim Johnston’s letter, click here. Air date: Nov. 2, 2007.

OOIDA NASCAR simulator – Ron Mermis will have the simulator at the Petro in Knoxville, TN, through Sunday, Nov. 4, at Exit 369 off I-40 and I-75. Make sure to stop in, say hi to Ron and save a few dollars on your OOIDA membership dues. Air date: Nov. 1, 2007.

Diesel update – Terry Scruton updated us on the prices of diesel fuel and crude oil. To read this week’s report on prices, click here. To check the price through ProMiles, click here. Air date: Nov. 1, 2007.

APU financing – OOIDA is offering financing on APUs and generators. To find out more, you can call and speak to one of OOIDA’s representatives in the Financing Department at 1-800-444-5791. The department is staffed Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central time. To find out more about what OOIDA’s Finance Department has to offer, click here. Air date: Nov. 1, 2007.

Speak out now – OOIDA President Jim Johnston has issued a national Call to Action urging drivers to ask their representatives and senators in Congress to strip funding from the cross-border trucking pilot program with Mexico. To speak to your representative and two senators in Washington, DC, simply call the Capitol switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and give them your ZIP code. Operators will connect you with the offices of your elected officials. You are also welcome to call OOIDA at 1-800-444-5791, and staff there will look up telephone and fax numbers for you. To read Jim Johnston’s letter, click here. Air date: Oct. 31, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine Legislative Editor Keith Goble discussed a bill in Michigan that would take aim at predatory fuel pricing. He also told listeners that Tennessee lawmakers are saying a strong “No” to a fuel tax increase. To read more on Michigan legislation, click here. To read more on legislation in Tennessee, click here. Air date: Oct. 31, 2007

UCR – Information on new fees for interstate motor carriers under the Unified Carrier Registration Agreement (UCRA) can be found at OOIDA Web site under “Swimming with Sharks” or by clicking here. You can also visit the Unified Carrier Registration Web site here. Air date: Oct. 30, 2007.

PA House Republican Caucus – OOIDA Executive Vice President Todd Spencer spoke at a public hearing sponsored by the House Republican Caucus on Friday, Oct. 26. You can read more from Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner by clicking here. Or you can visit the Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus Web site here. Air date: Oct. 30, 2007.

NASCAR simulator – The OOIDA rig is scheduled to be at the Free Truckers Health Fair with Dr. John McElligott from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 30 at the Petro in Knoxville, TN. That’s at Exit 369 off I-40 and I-75. Air date: Oct. 29, 2007.

Call to Action – You can take a more active role by joining the OOIDA Call to Action team. To sign up, send an e-mail with your name, membership number and current e-mail address by clicking here. Air date: Oct. 29, 2007

I-80 in Pennsylvania – U.S. Rep. John Peterson, R-PA, is urging people to contact U.S. DOT Secretary Mary Peters and express their opposition to the plan to toll Interstate 80 in Pennsylvania. The phone number for the U.S. DOT is (202) 366-4000. Letters can be sent to the following address:
Secretary Mary Peters
U.S. Department of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Ave, SE
Washington, DC 20590
Comments can also be e-mailed to dot.comments@dot.gov.
OOIDA is also encouraging people to write letters to local newspapers to express opposition to the tolling of I-80. Truckers should also call their state lawmakers regarding a possible repeal of Act 44, which authorizes the state to add the tolls to the highway. To get contact information for your state lawmaker, call the Membership Department at OOIDA at 1-800-444-5791. Air date: Oct. 29, 2007.

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: Oct. 29, 2007

PA House Republican Caucus – OOIDA Executive Vice President Todd Spencer spoke at a public hearing sponsored by the House Republican Caucus on Friday, Oct. 26. You can read more from Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner by clicking here. Or you can visit the Pennsylvania House Republican Caucus Web site here. Air date: Oct. 26, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about a number of transportation projects in California that face an uncertain future. To read about other legislation in California, click here. Air date: Oct. 25, 2007

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about how Arizona lawmakers are working to come up with more revenue to pay for transportation projects. To read about other legislation in Arizona, click here. Air date: Oct. 24, 2007.

Insurance – Ed Briley of OOIDA’s truck insurance department answered listener questions. If you have a question about truck insurance, you can call 1-800-715-9369. If you have a question about other types of insurance – or a question about truck insurance you’d like answered on the air – you can call our Listener Comment Line at 1-800-324-6856. Air date: Oct. 24, 2007.

Member profiles – If you’re interested in being profiled by “Land Line Now” or Land Line Magazine, fill out our online form. Just click here for the form. If you have any questions about the form, call Sherry Murry at 1-800-444-5791, ext. 1143. Air date: Oct. 24, 2007

Todd Spencer – OOIDA’s executive vice president, Todd Spencer, is scheduled to speak at a public hearing sponsored by the House Republican Policy Committee on Friday, Oct. 26, at 11 a.m. at Monty’s on the upper campus of Bloomsburg University, which is located at 400 E. Second Street, Bloomsburg, PA 17815. Air date: Oct. 23, 2007.

NASCAR simulator – Starting today, Ron Mermis will have the OOIDA NASCAR simulator at the Petro in Glendale, KY. The Petro is at Exit 86 off Interstate 65. Don’t forget, you can get $20 off the OOIDA membership price by joining through Ron at the simulator. Air date: Oct. 23, 2007.

L.A. Port – Reed Black gave us highlights of a public meeting with the L.A. and Long Beach Ports. To learn more, you can visit their Web site here. Air date: Oct. 23, 2007.

Membership – You can join OOIDA by clicking here, or call and talk with our Membership Department at 1-800-324-6856 and then press the number 2. They are there for you Monday through Friday during business hours of 7:30am to 5:30pm. Air date: Oct. 23, 2007.

Southern California traffic – Due to the fires in Southern California, you can find travel conditions and road closures on XM Satellite Radio’s Channel 222 for Los Angeles and 223 for San Diego. Or, you can call 1-800-427-7623. Air date: Oct. 23, 2007.

CARB – Mark spoke with Land Line Magazine Staff Writer Charlie Morasch about the California Air Resources Board’s proposed aerodynamic requirements. To read Charlie’s in-depth report on CARB from the October issue of Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: Oct. 22, 2007.

Calendar – For upcoming truck shows, click here to read Land Line Magazine’s industry calendar. Air date: Oct. 22, 2007.

John Ewing – Terry Scruton spoke with John Ewing of Truckers Helper about what you need to know if you have a bankrupt broker. For more information, check out Truckers Helper on the Web here. Air date: Oct. 22, 2007.

Mayflower update – OOIDA has requested a March 2008 trial in a federal case against Mayflower Transit. To learn more, see coverage on Page 21 of the upcoming November issue of Land Line Magazine. Air date: Oct. 22, 2007.

Police seeking help – The Newton Grove, NC, police department is asking for help in solving the 1983 murder of George Capps. If you have any information on the murder of George Capps, please call the Newton Grove police at (910) 594-0829. Air date: Oct. 19, 2007.

Oregon driver’s license – Gov. Ted Kulongoski wants Oregon to make it more difficult for people to get licenses to drive in the state and elsewhere. To read more by Land Line Magazine state legislative editor Keith Goble, click here. Air date: Oct. 19, 2007.

California driver test - Obtaining a California driver’s license soon could become more difficult. To read more by Land Line Magazine state legislative editor Keith Goble, click here. Air date: Oct. 19, 2007.

CARB – Mark spoke with Land Line Magazine staff writer Charlie Morasch about California Air Resources Board proposed requirement for reefers. To visit the CARB Web site, click here, or call CARB at 1-888-878-2826. Air date: Oct. 19, 2007.

Hot fuel – For more information on the hot fuel issue, visit OOIDA’s hot fuel Web site here. Air date: Oct. 19, 2007.

Pennsylvania I-80 – Melissa Theriault of our Washington, DC, office talked about the tolling of Pennsylvania I-80. To read a Special Report by Land Line Magazine staff writer David Tanner, click here. You can also read the Pennsylvania Call to Action here. Air date: Oct. 19, 2007.

Missouri bridge law – Missouri Gov. Matt Blunt signed a bill to help speed up repair of bridges throughout the state. To read more about this bill and other legislation in Missouri, click here. Air date: Oct. 18, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about the Illinois House failing to override a veto by Gov. Rod Blagojevich, meaning the state’s split speed limit will stay in place. To read about other legislation in Illinois, click here. Air date: Oct. 18, 2007.

CVSA – Jim Park spoke with Steve Keppler of the CVSA. You can visit the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Web site here. Air date: Oct. 17, 2007.

Highway Hero – Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. is looking for a few good men and women to help it celebrate the 25th year of the Highway Hero program. Nominees must be full-time U.S. or Canadian truckers. Nominations are due by the end of November. For more information or to download a nomination form, click here, or call the Goodyear Highway Hero Hotline at (330) 796-8183. Air date: Oct. 17, 2007.

Calendar – From truck drags to upcoming truck shows, click here to read Land Line Magazine’s industry calendar. Air date: Oct. 17, 2007.

English proficiency – To read a Special Report by Land Line Magazine Senior Editor Jami Jones about the enforcement practices in some states, click here. Air date: Oct. 16, 2007.

Transportation workshop – The Florida DOT is offering a transportation workshop on October 22-23 in Tampa. For more information, click here. Air date: Oct. 16, 2007.

Membership – You can join OOIDA or renew your OOIDA membership here or you can call the OOIDA Membership Department at 1-800-444-5791, Monday through Friday, during regular business hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Central Time You can find out where OOIDA’s “Spirit of the American Trucker” will be here. Air date: Oct. 16, 2007.

CVSA – Jim Park spoke with Steve Keppler of the CVSA. You can visit the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Web site here. Air date: Oct. 16, 2007.

I-80 tolling – U.S. representative blasts Pennsylvania turnpike commission for I-80 toll plan. To read a special report by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner, click here. Air date: Oct. 16, 2007.

Wyoming I-80 tolls – Wyoming lawmakers consider truck tolls for I -80. To read more by Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble, click here. Air date: Oct. 16, 2007.

Police seeking help – Police in Rancho Dominguez, CA, are asking anyone with information on the death of Elsy Molina to come forward. Molina, a 35-year-old Latina truck driver, was found stabbed to death in her truck last Friday, Oct. 12. Molina drove for JJ Transport in Compton, CA. If you have any information, please call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department at (323) 890-5500. Air date: Oct. 16, 2007

PA I-80 tolls – The Pennsylvania Turnpike Authority and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission are ready to convert Interstate 80 to a toll road. To read more by Land Line click here. Air date: Oct. 15, 2007.

Trucker runs for president – Owner-operator Bill Ingram is running for president. To learn more about Bill Ingram, you can visit his Web site here. Air date: Oct. 12, 2007.

Mama knows – The judges have selected the winners of the Land Line’s ’07 Poetry Contest. The winners will be revealed in the November issue, but some special entries are being previewed on the Land Line Media blog. You can peek at one “honorable mention” and read comments by Land Line Magazine Managing Editor Sandi Soendker by clicking here. Air date: Oct. 12, 2007.

Enforcement blitz – The CVSA and FMCSA are gearing up for an enforcement blitz Oct. 21-28. To read more by Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: Oct. 12, 2007.

Illinois split speeds – The Legislature failed to override the governor’s veto of a bill, which means the state still has split speed limits. To read more by Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble, click here. Air date: Oct. 12, 2007.

Member profiles – If you’re interested in being profiled by “Land Line Now” or Land Line Magazine, fill out our online form. If you have any questions about the form, call Sherry Murry at 1-800-444-5791, ext. 1143. Air date: Oct. 12, 2007.

Owner-operator seminar – OOIDA has scheduled another session of its seminar titled “Owner-Operator Business Management.” You can find more information on the seminar here, or by calling (816) 220-6518 or (816) 220-6585. Air date: Oct. 11, 2007.

Canadian speed limiters – Canadian truckers are urged to contact Quebec Minister of Transport Julie Boulet and express their opinions about mandatory speed limiters by calling (418) 643-6980 or mailing comments to:
Minister Julie Boulet
Ministre des Transports
700 boul. Rene-Levesque Est, 29e etage
Quebec, Canada, G1R 5H1
You are urged to sign a petition against government-mandated speed limiters here. You can also call Joanne Ritchie, Executive Director of the Owner-Operator’s Business Association of Canada at, 1-888-794-9990 or visit OBAC’s Web site here. Air date: Oct. 11, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about legislation in Massachusetts that would alter the rules on vehicle idling. To read about other legislation in Massachusetts, click here. Air date: Oct. 10, 2007.

TWIC – Terry Scruton gave us highlights of a Senate hearing that included discussion about the TWIC program. To read more by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer Charlie Morasch on the hearing, click here. You can also go to the TSA Web site to learn more on TWIC here. Air date: Oct. 10, 2007.

PA I-80 tolls – Mike Joyce from OOIDA’s Washington, DC, office talked about a proposal in Pennsylvania to add tolls to Interstate 80. To read more by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner click here. Air date: Oct. 9, 2007.

CA ports seek input – Officials with the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach have scheduled a public meeting on their Clean Trucks Program for 8 a.m. Friday, Oct. 12, at the Doubletree Hotel, 2800 Via Cabrillo Marina in San Pedro, CA. For more information, contact: Art Wong, Port of Long Beach assistant director of communications, by calling (562) 590-4123, (562) 619-5665 (cell), or e-mailing wong@polb.com, or Theresa Adams Lopez, Port of Los Angeles director of media relations, by calling (310) 732-3507, (310) 418-6131 (cell), or e-mailing tadams-lopez@portla.org . Air date: Oct. 8, 2007.

Fallen Heroes 2 – To find out more about the rolling memorial “Fallen Heroes 2” you can visit the Web site of OOIDA member Sean Mc Endree Sr. here. Air date: Oct. 8, 2007.

TWIC final rule – The Department of Homeland Security has published its final rule for the Transportation Worker Identification Credential program. To read more from Land Line Magazine Staff Writer Charlie Morasch, click here. Air date: Oct. 8, 2007

Snow, ice removal bill – New Jersey has a bill that would require drivers to clear snow and ice from their vehicles. To learn more about this bill and other legislation in New Jersey, click here. Air date: Oct. 5, 2007

CA ports seek input– The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach will hold a public meeting on their Clean Trucks Program, where you can voice your opinions at 8 a.m. Friday, Oct. 12, at the Doubletree Hotel, 2800 Via Cabrillo Marina in San Pedro, CA. For more information, contact: Art Wong, Port of Long Beach assistant director of communications, by calling (562)590-4123, (562)619-5665 (Cell), or e-mailing wong@polb.com. Or Theresa Adams Lopez, Port of Los Angeles director of media relations, by calling (310) 732-3507, (310) 418-6131 (Cell), or e-mailing tadams-lopez@portla.org . Air date: Oct. 5, 2007.

MassPiketoll hike – The Massachusetts Turnpike Authority is raising tolls. To read more by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner, click here. Air date: Oct. 5, 2007.

Canadian speed limiters – Canadian truckers are urged to contact Quebec Minister of Transport Julie Boulet by calling (418) 643-6980 or mailing comments to:
Minister Julie Boulet
Ministre des Transports
700, boul. Rene-Levesque Est, 29e etage
Quebec, Canada, G1R 5H1
You are urged to sign a petition against government-mandated speed limiters by clicking here. Air date: Oct. 5, 2007.

Leland Martin – Terry Scruton interviewed OOIDA member and country music singer Leland Martin. To visit Leland’s Web site, click here. Air date: Oct. 4, 2007.

TWIC – The Department of Homeland Security has published its final rule for the Transportation Worker Identification Credential program. To read more from Land Line Magazine Staff Writer Charlie Morasch, click here. Air date: Oct. 4, 2007.

IL Call to Action – OOIDA has issued a Call to Action to Illinois members concerning split speed limits. Don’t let the governor’s misguided efforts become another nightmare for motorists. Encourage a House vote to override Gov. Blagojevich’s veto of SB540. The Senate has already voted to overturn the veto, but the House must take similar action. It’s important to make those calls to your lawmakers as soon as possible. The veto session ends Oct. 12. To find your state senator’s contact information, click here. To read the Call to Action, click here. Air date: Oct. 3, 2007.

PA Call to Action – OOIDA has issued a call to action to Pennsylvania members concerning tolls on I-80. Please contact your U.S. Sens. Arlen Specter and Robert Casey Jr. to urge them to lead the effort in the U.S. Senate to cut off federal funds for converting I-80 to a toll road. To read the Call to Action, click here. Air date: Oct. 3, 2007.
Here is the contact information for your U.S. senators:

Sen. Arlen Specter
202-224-4254
202-228-1229 (fax)

Sen. Robert Casey Jr.
202-224-6324
202-228-0604 (fax)

WYDOT volunteers – The Wyoming DOT is seeking volunteers to provide firsthand information on road conditions. The information will be used to bolster the agency’s travel information services. To learn more on the WYDOT Web site, click here. Air date: Oct. 3, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about North Carolina officials trying to determine how to pay for road and bridge work in the state. To read about other legislation in North Carolina, click here. Air date: Oct. 3, 2007.

Insurance – Ed Briley of OOIDA’s truck insurance department talked about life insurance. If you have a question about truck insurance, you can call 1-800-715-9369. If you have a question about other types of insurance – or a question about truck insurance you’d like answered on the air – you can call our Listener Comment Line at 1-800-324-6856. Air date: Oct. 3, 2007.

Ad valorem taxes – We talked to OOIDA’s Joe Shewmaker about ad valorem taxes in Kentucky and other states. If you have questions or want more information, contact the OOIDA Business Services Department at 1-800-444-5791. Air date: Oct. 2, 2007.

Truck tires – Terry Scruton recently talked to Guy Wallenga, engineering manager for Firestone/Bridgestone truck tires. If you have a question for Guy or any of the engineers at Firestone/Bridgestone, click here. Air date: Oct. 2, 2007.

Cummins ready for California – Reed Black spoke with Land Line Magazine Senior Technical Editor Paul Abelson about Cummins’ announcement that their engines will meet 2010 emissions standards. To read more, click here. Air date: Oct. 2, 2007.

Owner-operator seminar – OOIDA has scheduled another session of its seminar titled “Owner-Operator Business Management.” You can find more information on the seminar here, or you can call the college directly at (816) 220-6518 or (816) 220-6585. Air date: Oct. 1, 2007.

Recall procedures – Some powerful political players have introduced legislation aimed at strengthening America’s food safety net in recent weeks. This may be good news for produce haulers. To read more by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer Clarissa Kell-Holland, click here. Air date: Oct. 1, 2007.

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 your ZIP code, and he or she can connect you directly to the office of your U.S. senators or representative. Air date: Oct. 1, 2007.

Calendar – From truck drags to upcoming truck shows, click here to read Land Line Magazine’s industry calendar. Air date: Sept. 27, 2007.

PDMD – Terry Scruton talked with Dr. John McElligott of the Professional Drivers Medical Depots clinics about high blood pressure. To learn more about the clinics, click here. Air date: Aug. 27, 2007.

Government watchdogs – Mark talked to OOIDA Foundation Director Tom Weakley about government watchdog agencies. To learn more about the GAO, click here. To learn more about the DOT’s OIG, click here. Air date: Sept. 27, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about a California bill that would generate more than $500 million annually from shippers at ports in the state. To read about other legislation in California, click here. Air date: Sept. 26, 2007.

John Ewing – Mark Reddig spoke with John Ewing of Truckers Helper about what you need to know about your bottom line. For more information, check out Truckers Helper on the Web here. Air date: Sept. 26, 2007.

HOS status update – The FMCSA has asked the U.S. Court of Appeals in the District of Columbia for a 12-month stay on changing the hours-of-service rules. To read the details, click here. Air date: Sept. 26, 2007.

Biodiesel initiative – Terry Scruton spoke to Amber Pearson, communications specialist with the National Biodiesel Board, about new ways they are reaching out to truckers. You can visit the EPA’s SmartWay Grow & Go Web site here, or the National Biodiesel Board Web site here. Air date: Sept. 26, 2007.

Highway Hero – Goodyear Tire & Rubber is looking for a few good men and women to help it celebrate its 25th year of the Highway Hero program. Nominees must be full-time U.S. or Canadian truckers. nominations are due by the end of November. Call the Goodyear Highway Hero Hotline at (330) 796-8183 for details.

Membership offer – Non-OOIDA members can receive our special “Land Line Now” membership rate of $25. That is a savings of $20 from the normal membership dues to join the Association. To be eligible, you must leave your full name and a phone number where we can reach you. OOIDA’s Membership Department will call you back during business hours. Just call 1-800-324-6856 and press 2. Air date: Sept. 25, 2007.

Trucker to the rescue - Reed Black interviewed Rick Tower, a trucker and real-life hero who jumped into a river to save a woman. To get a form to nominate someone for the Goodyear Highway Hero program, call 330-796-8183. Air date: Sept. 25, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about a Pennsylvania bill to limit idling throughout the state. To read about other legislation in Pennsylvania, click here. Air date: Sept. 24, 2007.

I-80 anti-toll rally – U.S. Rep. John Peterson, R-PA, went to bat for truckers and now it’s time to show our support for his efforts to stop Pennsylvania officials from adding tolls to Interstate 80. There will be a rally and press conference on the Pennsylvania Capitol steps in Harrisburg on Monday, Sept. 24. Staging will start at 11 a.m. and the event will begin at noon. Truckers should go to the TravelCenters of America at Exit 77 on Interstate 81 in Harrisburg. You’ll be able to park your truck there and catch a charter bus to and from the Capitol. Click here to read more about this very important press conference. Air date: Sept. 21, 2007.

Highway Trust Fund – Reed Black spoke with Melissa Theriault from OOIDA’s Washington, DC, office about a Senate committee proposal to return $5.8 billion to the Highway Trust Fund. To read more about this, see Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner’s report here. Air date: Sept. 21, 2007

Comments to CARB – Truckers have only until Monday, Sept. 24, to comment on proposed regulations from the California Air Resources Board that include mandatory aerodynamic devices. Comments can be made on the Web here. For more information, visit the CARB Web site here. Air date: Sept. 20, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about discussions among Indiana legislators about the state’s commercial driving laws after a series of wrecks involving large truck. To read about other legislation in Indiana, click here. Air date: Sept. 20, 2007.

Hot fuel – Terry Scruton interviewed OOIDA’s John Siebert about how the FTC used incorrect information in a recent statement about hot fuel and have subsequently backed away from it and apologized. For more information on the hot fuel issue, visit OOIDA’s hot fuel Web site here. Air date: Sept. 20, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about Transportation Funding legislation in Texas. To read about other legislation in Texas, click here. Air date: Sept. 19, 2007.

Canadian speed limiters – Terry Scruton spoke with Joanne Ritchie, executive director of the Owner-Operator’s Business Association of Canada, about the latest proposals for mandatory speed limiters on trucks in Canada. You can find out more by going to OBAC’s Web site here. Air date: Sept. 18, 2007.

Unified Carrier Registration – Terry Scruton talked to Rick Craig about the new Unified Carrier Registration program, which began last week. For more information, you can visit OOIDA.com and scroll down to the header, “Swimming with the Sharks,” or click here. Air date: Sept. 17, 2007.

Cross-border funding – To read an article by Land Line Magazine Senior Editor Jami Jones concerning the Senates vote to pull the funding for the cross-border pilot program, click here. You can also see how the Senate voted there as well. Air date: Sept. 17, 2007.

Calendar – From truck drags to upcoming truck shows, click here to read Land Line’s industry calendar. Air date: Sept. 17, 2007.

Richard Crane Memorial Truck Show – Mark spoke with Land Line Magazine Columnist Bill Hudgins about the Richard Crane Memorial Truck Show in St. Ignace, MI. For more information about the show, you can visit their Web site by clicking here. They are also going to have a Web cam at the Mackinac Bridge, where you can view stills of the light parade while it’s in progress, click here. Just hit refresh occasionally to update the view. Air date: Sept. 14, 2007.

Dan Arcy – We talked to Dan Arcy, of Shell Lubricants. To read Shell’s “Ask the Experts” columns, click here, or call 1-800-231-6950. Air date: Sept. 14, 2007.

Larry Green – Larry Green of OOIDA’s Member Assistance Department gave advice for company drivers who are paid on a percentage basis. For any questions that you may have, call OOIDA’s main number at 1-800-444-5791 and ask to speak to a compliance representative. Air date: Sept. 14, 2007.

Computer memory – Terry Scruton recently spoke with John Ewing of Truckers Helper about tips to avoid losing data when you switch computers. For more information, check out Truckers Helper here. Air date: Sept. 13, 2007.

HOS – Mark Reddig took some calls from our “Comment Line” concerning the hours-of-service situation. Until further notice, the current rules remain in effect. To read a Special Report by Land Line Magazine Senior Editor Jami Jones, click here. Air date: Sept. 13, 2007.

Canada calling for help – OBAC is looking for people to help with important petitions regarding speed limiters. If you can help, contact OBAC at 1-888-794-9990. Air date: Sept. 13, 2007.

Bridge fixes – Terry Scruton summarized a hearing of the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. To visit the T&I Web site and read the testimony from that hearing, click here. You can also read a report on the hearing by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner here. Air date: Sept. 12, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about legislation in New Jersey concerning suspended driver’s licenses. To read about other legislation in New Jersey, click here. Air date: Sept. 12, 2007

Mexican trucks – The cross-border program funding was expected to be voted on today in the Senate. Several senators co-sponsored an amendment to stop the Bush Administration’s pilot program. To read more, click here. Air date: Sept. 11, 2007.

Mexican trucks – OOIDA is urging truckers to call their U.S. senators in support of Sen. Byron Dorgan’s amendment to the FY2008 Transportation Appropriations bill that would slam the brakes on the cross-border trucking pilot program. Call the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121 and give them your home ZIP code to be connected with the senators from your state. You can also read Land Line Magazine’s coverage by Senior Editor Jami Jones by clicking here. Air date: Sept. 10, 2007.

Leafy Greens – Reed Black spoke with Land Line Magazine Staff Writer Clarissa Kell-Holland and OOIDA Regulatory Affairs Specialist Joe Rajkovacz about truckers left holding the bag during produce recalls. To read more, click here. Air date: Sept. 10, 2007.

PA Turnpike – Joseph Brimmeier, CEO of the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, spoke with Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner about proposed toll increases and a proposal to convert Interstate 80 into a toll road. To read David’s story, click here. Air date: Sept. 10, 2007.

Seminar – OOIDA has again partnered with a Kansas City area community college to present an OOIDA seminar titled “Owner-Operator Business Management.” The seminar is scheduled for Oct. 23-25. You can find more information on the seminar by clicking here, or you can call the college directly at (816) 220-6518 or you can visit their Web site here. Air date: Sept. 7, 2007.

Cross-border – A teleconference Thursday night in Washington, DC, served as the announcement of the beginning of the cross-border pilot program with Mexico. Reed Black spoke with OOIDA’s Todd Spencer about the Association’s response. To read a Special Report by Land Line Magazine Managing Editor Sandi Soendker, click here. Air date: Sept. 7, 2007.

Mary Nichols – We heard excerpts from an interview by Land Line Magazine Staff Writer Charlie Morasch with the top boss at the California Air Resources Board, Mary Nichols. To read more from the interview, click here. Air date: Sept. 6, 2007.

State update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about the Illinois governor vetoing legislation for uniform speed limits. To read about other legislation in Illinois, click here. Air date: Sept. 6, 2007.

Mexican border – Reed Black spoke with OOIDA’s Rick Craig and Rod Nofziger about the cross-border issue. To read more about the battle the Association is fighting, click here. Air date: Sept. 5, 2007.

Mexican pilot program – The Senate is expected to begin discussion of its transportation appropriations bill next week and OOIDA is urging truckers and their friends and families to call Senators and ask them to make sure the bill does not provide funding for the cross-border pilot program. 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 your ZIP code, and he or she can connect you directly to the office of your senators or representative. Air date: Sept. 5, 2007.

Contacting lawmakers – OOIDA is urging truckers to contact their U.S. senators regarding the cross-border trucking program with Mexico. 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 your ZIP code, and he or she can connect you directly to the office of your senators or representative. Air date: Sept. 4, 2007.

Calendar – From upcoming truck shows to the World’s Largest Truck Convoy for Special Olympics, click here to read Land Line’s industry calendar. Air date: Sept. 4, 2007.

Anti-idling incentives – Mark Reddig spoke with Land Line Magazine Staff Writer Charlie Morasch about grant money available to truckers. To learn more about incentives available to you, click here. Sept. 4, 2007.

Mexican border – Reed Black talked with OOIDA leaders Jim Johnston and Todd Spencer about the opening of the Mexican border. You can read more from Land Line Magazine’s Special Reports from Managing Editor Sandi Soendker and Senior Editor Jami Jones by clicking here. Air date: Aug. 31, 2007.

Contacting lawmakers – OOIDA is urging truckers to contact their U.S. senators regarding the cross-border trucking program with Mexico. 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 your ZIP code, and he or she can connect you directly to the office of your senators or representative. Air date: Aug. 31, 2007.

Dan Arcy – we talked to Dan Arcy, technical marketing manager for Shell Lubricants. If you have a question for Dan, check out his answer column on the Shell Rotella Web site here, or call 1-800-231-6950. Air date: Aug. 30, 2007.

Truck tires – Terry Scruton recently talked to Guy Wallenga, engineering manager for Firestone/Bridgestone truck tires. If you have a question for Guy or any of the engineers at Firestone/Bridgestone, visit “Ask the Tire Doctor” by clicking here. Air date: Aug. 30, 2007.

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 your ZIP code, and he or she can connect you directly to the office of your senators or representative. Air date: Aug. 30, 2007.

Mexican trucks – The Teamsters and several other groups are already seeking a federal court injunction to stop the plan. OOIDA plans to pursue legal action as well. To read Land Line Magazine’s Web coverage of the story, click here. Air date: Aug. 30, 2007.

Mexican trucks – OOIDA is seeking an injunction against the Mexican Cross-Border Trucking Pilot Program. To read Land Line Magazine’s Web coverage of the story, click here. Air date: Aug. 29, 2007.

Biodiesel – Mark Reddig spoke with biodiesel advocate Sharon Bell and Tom Verry of the National Biodiesel Board about the further development of biodiesel. For more information, you can visit the National Biodiesel Board Web site here. They also offer a Web site specifically to serve truckers. To visit that Web site, click here. You can also view the Web site of the most famous biodiesel producer and retailer, Willie Nelson, here. Air date: Aug. 29, 2007.

State capital update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about the Minnesota governor wanting to increase the use of biodiesel. To read about other legislation in Minnesota, click here. Air date: Aug. 29, 2007.

Member profiles – If you’re interested in being profiled by “Land Line Now,” fill out our online form here. If you have any questions about the form, call Sherry Murry at 1-800-444-5791, Ext. 1143. Air date: Aug. 28, 2007.

Insurance – Ed Briley of OOIDA’s truck insurance department talked about health insurance. If you have a question about truck insurance, you can call 1-800-715-9369. If you have a question about other types of insurance – or a question about truck insurance you’d like answered on the air – you can call our Listener Comment Line at 1-800-324-6856. Air date: Aug. 27, 2007.

PDMD – Terry Scruton talked with Dr. John McElligott of the Professional Drivers Medical Depots clinics about gastric bypass procedures. To learn more about the clinics, click here. Air date: Aug. 27, 2007.

Credit cards – Mark Reddig spoke with Land Line Magazine Staff Writer Charlie Morasch about Pilot and Flying J not accepting certain credit cards at their diesel truck pumps. To read Charlie’s story, click here. Air date: Aug. 27, 2007.

License scam – Federal authorities are asking for help in tracking down a Columbian national accused of recruiting illegal immigrants to purchase driver’s licenses. Anyone with information about Gloria Ines Bustamante’s whereabouts is asked to call ICE toll free at 1-866-DHS-2ICE. Air date: Aug. 24, 2007.

Calendar – From upcoming truck shows to the World’s Largest Truck Convoy for Special Olympics, click here to read Land Line's industry calendar. Air date: Aug. 24, 2007.

Weights and Measures meeting – Terry Scruton talked with John Siebert of the OOIDA Foundation about an upcoming Automatic Temperature Compensation Steering Committee meeting. You can read more about the upcoming meeting from Land Line Magazine Staff Writer David Tanner here. You can also visit OOIDA’s hot fuel Web here. Air date: Aug. 23, 2007.

PDMD – Terry Scruton talked with Dr. John McElligott of the Professional Drivers Medical Depots clinics about sleep apnea. To learn more about the clinics, click here. Air date: Aug. 23, 2007.

Gary Stocklaufer legal fund – Our newscast featured a story about OOIDA member Gary Stocklaufer, who is having an operation to help him lose weight so he can regain custody of his adopted baby, Max. If you’d like to contribute to Gary’s legal fund, call Commerce Bank at (816) 234-2000 or make checks payable to “Gary Stocklaufer Fund” and mail to: Commerce Bank, Attention: Dana Cope, 24 Highway Banking Center, 17601 East 24 Highway, Independence, MO 64056. Air date: Aug. 23, 2007.

Great American Trucking Show – OOIDA and Mark Reddig will be at the Great American Trucking Show this weekend. The event takes place Thursday, Aug. 23, through Saturday, Aug. 25, at the Dallas Convention Center. You can find OOIDA at booth 13089. Air date: Aug. 22, 2007.

State capital update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about discussion on tax increases to fund road work in Missouri. To read about other legislation in Missouri, click here. Air date: Aug. 22, 2007.

Road Law – Reed Black spoke with Jeff McConnell, one of the authors of Land Line Magazine’s “Road Law” column. If you have questions or comments regarding transportation law, you can call (405) 242-2030, fax a question to (405) 242-2040, or send an e-mail to roadlaw@att.net. For more information, click here. Air date: Aug. 21, 2007.

Cybertrucker – We talked to Roy Stinson, president of Cybertrucker, about computers. For more information, visit Cybertrucker’s Web site by clicking here, or call 1-866-552-9237. Air date: Aug. 21, 2007.

NAST Big Rig Cruise-In – Mark Reddig spoke with Bo Trout of the NAST Big Rig Cruise-In, which is scheduled for Aug. 24-26 at the Mount Comfort Airport in Indianapolis. It will be happening at the same time as the Indy Air Show. For information and tickets for the Indy Air Show, click here. If you need more information about the truck show, you can call (734) 604-3242. Air date: Aug. 21, 2007.

Great American Trucking Show – Terry Scruton spoke with Land Line Magazine Field Editor Suzanne Stempinski about the Great American Trucking Show set for later this week in Dallas. For more information, click here, or call 1-888-349-4287. Air date: Aug. 21, 2007

SmartPort update – Terry Scruton spoke with KC SmartPort President Chris Gutierrez to get an update on the SmartPort project. You can visit KC SmartPort Web site by clicking here. Air date: Aug. 20, 2007.

State capital update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about discussion on road work in New Hampshire possibly being cut or postponed due to highway funds. To read about other legislation in New Hampshire, click here. Air date: Aug. 20, 2007.

Land Line Web site – Terry Scruton, senior correspondent for “Land Line Now,” spoke with Aaron Ladage, online editor for landlinemag.com, about how the Web site has doubled its number of readers in the past year. You can read more by clicking here. Air date: Aug. 17, 2007.

Trucker’s clinic – If you would like to contact the Arkansas State Medical Board for refusing to renew the licenses of two of Dr. John McElligott’s physician assistants at the PDMD clinic in West Memphis, AR, you can e-mail them, send a letter to 2100 Riverfront Dr., Little Rock, AR 72202, or call (510) 296-1802. Air date: Aug. 17, 2007.

Mexican truck – Reed Black spoke with OOIDA’s, Rick Craig, Joe Rajkovacz and Rod Nofziger about the FMCSA proceeding with its cross-border plan. To read a Special Report from Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: Aug. 17, 2007.

Mexican trucks – Reed Black spoke with Rod Nofziger, OOIDA director of government affairs, about new developments in the Mexican pilot program. For more information, you can read Land Line’s special report here. Air date: Aug. 16, 2007.

Consolidated Truck Stops Competition – Terry Scruton talked to Carol Watson of America’s Truck Wash & Chrome Shop about the Consolidated Truck Stops Competition scheduled for Aug. 17-19. For more information about the show, you can visit America’s Truck Wash & Chrome Shop Web site here, or call 1-800-767-1509. Air date: Aug. 16, 2007.

I-73 tolling – Reed Black spoke with Tyler Duval, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Transportation Policy in the Department of Transportation, concerning the U.S. Department of Transportation authorizing South Carolina and five other states to pay for the construction of I-73 using tolls. You can read a related report written by David Tanner, staff writer for Land Line Magazine, by clicking here. Air date: Aug. 16, 2007.

Texas DOT hearing – Terry Scruton gave us highlights of a Texas DOT hearing about privatization and bridges. To hear the hearing in its entirety, click here. Air date: Aug. 15, 2007.

National bridge trust fund – Reed Black talked with U.S. Rep. James Oberstar, D-MN, about legislation he has filed to dedicate more federal funding to repair, rehabilitate and replace bridges on the National Highway System. You can read a related report written by David Tanner, staff writer for Land Line Magazine, by clicking here. Air date: Aug. 14, 2007.

Contacting lawmakers – To call the members of Congress who specifically represent you, dial the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121. Provide the operator your ZIP code, and he or she can connect you directly to the office of your senators or representative. Air date: Aug. 14, 2007.

CARB – Mark spoke about CARB and its new requirement for idling cutoff switches in some trucks. To read Land Line Magazine Staff Writer Charlie Morasch’s coverage, click here. To read Senior Technical Editor Paul Abelson’s story about the devices, click here. Air date: Aug. 14, 2007.

Calendar – From upcoming truck shows to the World's Largest Truck Convoy for Special Olympics, click here to read Land Line's industry calendar. Air date: Aug. 13, 2007.

Hours of service – Mark answered some comment line calls concerning hours of service. For more information from OOIDA, click here . You can also read a Special Report written by Land Line Magazine's Jami Jones by clicking here . Air date: Aug. 13, 2007.

Contacting lawmakers – To call the members of Congress who specifically represent you, dial the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121. Provide the operator your ZIP code, and they can connect you directly to the office of your senators or representative. Air date: Aug. 10, 2007.

Optimized idle – We spoke with Land Line Magazine Senior Technical Editor Paul Abelson. If you have a question for Paul, you can e-mail him, or mail him c/o Land Line Magazine, PO Box 1000, Grain Valley, MO, 64029. Air date: Aug. 10, 2007

John Ewing –Mark spoke with John Ewing of Truckers Helper about the importance of knowing when to use a good accountant. For more information, check out Truckers Helper on the Web at www.truckershelper.com. Air date: Aug. 10, 2007.

Pennsylvania I-80 tolling – Mark talked with Melissa Theriault from OOIDA’s Washington, DC, office, about proposed tolling of I-80 in Pennsylvania. You can read a related report written by David Tanner, staff writer for Land Line Magazine, by clicking here. Air date: Aug. 10, 2007.

Waupun Truck-n-Show – Mark talked to Ron VandeZande about the Waupun Truck-n-Show scheduled for Aug. 10 and 11. For more information, you can visit the show’s Web site by clicking here, or you can call (920) 324-9985. Air date: Aug. 9, 2007.

John Ewing –Terry Scruton recently spoke with John Ewing of Truckers Helper about ways to store data from your computer. For more information, check out Truckers Helper on the Web at www.truckershelper.com. Air date: Aug. 9, 2007.

State capital update – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble talked about the possibility of Wyoming fuel taxes going up. To read about other legislation in Wyoming, click here. Air date: Aug. 9, 2007.

Highway funding – Mark mentioned a report from The New York Times regarding highway funding. To read that article, click here. Air date: Aug. 9, 2007.

Great Salt Lake Truck Show – We recently talked about the Great Salt Lake Truck Show, scheduled for Aug. 9-11 in Salt Lake City. For more information, click here . Air date: Aug. 8, 2007.

Calendar – From upcoming truck shows to the World's Largest Truck Convoy for Special Olympics, click here to read Land Line's industry calendar. Air date: Aug. 8, 2007.

Insurance – Ed Briley of OOIDA's truck insurance department talked about how your credit rating can affect what you pay for insurance. If you have a question about truck insurance, you can call 1-800-715-9369. If you have a question about other types of insurance – or a question about truck insurance you'd like answered on the air – you can call our Listener Comment Line at 1-800-324-6856. Air date: Aug. 8, 2007.

State Capital Update – Land Line Magazine's Keith Goble talked about efforts to promote highway privatization in Alabama. To read about other legislation in that state, click here . Air date: Aug. 8, 2007.

TSOC – Terry Scruton reported on the Transportation Security Operations Center, where drivers can notify the federal government of suspicious activity. You can call TSOC at (703)563-3236 or toll-free at 1-877-456-8722. You can notify them by e-mail at TSOC.ST@dhs.gov. Air date: Aug. 7, 2007.

Hot fuel bill – Mark talked about legislation introduced by Sen. Claire McCaskill, D-MO. To read more about the legislation, click here. Air date: Aug. 7, 2007.

TruckerFest and Hot August Nights – The annual TruckerFest and Hot August Nights is scheduled for Aug. 10 and 11 at Reno and Sparks, NV. For more information, you can click here or here, or call (775) 356-1956. Air date: Aug. 7, 2007.

Subscribe to Land Line – If you’re a trucker and you’d like to receive Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: August 6, 2007.

Calendar – From upcoming truck shows to the World’s Largest Truck Convoy for Special Olympics, click here to read Land Line’s industry calendar. Air date: August 6, 2007.

Oregon inspection blitz – Reed Black spoke with Dave McKane with the Oregon DOT. For more, you can read Land Line Magazine’s coverage here. Air date: August 6, 2007.

Bridge collapse – We spoke with Steve Gundale of DART Transit about alternate routes through the Twin Cities area in the wake of the I-35W bridge collapse. To view a map of alternate routes, click here. Air date: Aug. 2, 2007.

Carlisle All Truck Nationals – For more about this truck event – a combination show truck, business and entertainment presentation – click here, or call (717) 243-7855. Air date: Aug. 2, 2007.

Land Line calendar – To view upcoming events on the calendar, click here. Air date: Aug. 2, 2007.

Proposed Houston fees – We reported on proposed fees and permits for oversize and overweight trucks traveling in Houston. To read David Tanner’s coverage on the Land Line Web site, click here. Aug. 2, 2007.

State capitol update – Keith Goble of Land Line Magazine reported on an effort in Pennsylvania to tighten rules regarding snow and ice on vehicles. To read Keith’s coverage of Pennsylvania legislation, click here. If you want to voice your opinion to lawmakers in that state, you can get contact information from the Membership Department at OOIDA at 1-800-444-5791. Air date: Aug. 2, 2007.

Illinois Legislation – Keith Goble of Land Line Magazine talked about legislation that would allow some large trucks access on local roads in the state. To follow legislative action in Illinois, click here. Air date: Aug. 1, 2007.

Hours of service – Mark answered some comment line calls concerning hours of service. For more information from OOIDA, click here. You can also read a Special Report written by Land Line Magazine’s Jami Jones by clicking here. Air date: August 1, 2007.

Hot fuel hearing – Terry Scruton reviewed highlights from a U.S. House hearing on hot fuel with testimonies from executives from Exxon Mobil and Shell Oil Co. To listen to the hearing, you can go to the House Web site here. For more information on the hot fuel issue, visit OOIDA’s hot fuel Web site here. Air date: July 31, 2007.

PDMD – Terry Scruton talked with Dr. John McElligott of the Professional Drivers Medical Depot clinics about stress. To learn more about the clinics, click here. Air date: July 30, 2007.

Mexican truck sightings – If you see a foreign-based truck operating outside the U.S. border zones, OOIDA is asking that you gather some information. Make note of: where you saw it; plate information; the equivalent of a DOT, MC or MX number; the name of the carrier; etc. If possible, get a picture of the truck that shows where it is. However, we urge truckers to not put themselves in danger or in a situation where they could come into conflict with someone. You can e-mail the information here, or send it in the U.S. mail to: Attn. Denise – Sightings, PO Box 1000, Grain Valley, MO, 64029. Air date: July 30, 2007.

World’s Largest Truck Convoy – The event, which benefits Special Olympics, is set for Sept. 15 in many locations. For more information, click here, or call 1-800-700-8585. Air date: July 30, 2007

New Jersey Rally - We reported today about a rally planned Aug. 9 in New Jersey against toll road privatization plans in the state. To let organizers know you plan to attend the rally, call (609) 463-1972 and leave a message. You can also read more about the situation by clicking here. Air date: July 27, 2007.

Hours of service – Mark talked to OOIDA’s Rick Craig, and Reed spoke with OOIDA President Jim Johnston, about the latest court ruling on hours-of-service regs. For more information on the HOS issue, click here. Air date: July 27, 2007.

Calendar – From upcoming truck shows to the World’s Largest Truck Convoy for Special Olympics, click here to read our industry calendar. Air date: July 27, 2007

Expedite Expo – Mark talked with Expediters Online’s Lawrence McCord. For more information, call (859) 746-2046, or visit their Web site here. Air date: July 26, 2007.

Mexican truck sightings - If you see a Mexico-based truck operating in a part of the U.S. where it shouldn’t be, OOIDA is asking that you gather some information. That includes where you saw it, plate information, the equivalent of a DOT, MC or MX number, the name of the carrier, and so on. If possible, get a picture of the truck, its plate or information, and show where it is. However, we urge that truckers not put themselves in danger or in a situation where they could come into conflict with someone. You can e-mail the information here, or mail them to the attention of: Denise – Sightings, PO Box 1000, Grain Valley, MO, 64029. Air date: July 26, 2007.

Insurance – Ed Briley discussed issues related to truck insurance. If you have a question about truck insurance, you can call 1-800-715-9369. If you have a question about other types of insurance – or a question about truck insurance you’d like answered on the air – you can call our Listener Comment Line at 1-800-324-6856. Air date: July 26, 2007.

Hot fuel – For more information on the hot fuel issue, visit OOIDA’s hot fuel Web site here. Air date: July 26, 2007.

New Jersey port legislation – Keith Goble of Land Line Magazine talked about port legislation in New Jersey. To follow legislative action in New Jersey, click here. Air date: July 26, 2007.

Calendar – From upcoming truck shows to the World’s Largest Truck Convoy for Special Olympics, click here to read our industry calendar. Air date: July 27, 2007

Expedite Expo – Mark talked with Expediters Online’s Lawrence McCord. For more information, call (859) 746-2046, or visit their Web site here. Air date: July 26, 2007.

Hot fuel – For more information on the hot fuel issue, visit OOIDA’s hot fuel Web site here. Air date: July 26, 2007.

New Jersey port legislation – Keith Goble of Land Line Magazine talked about port legislation in New Jersey. To follow legislative action in New Jersey, click here. Air date: July 26, 2007.

Matt Slovack – Reed Black talked to Trucker Buddy and OOIDA member Matt Slovack, the recipient of the second annual Gary King Award. For more information about the Trucker Buddy program, click here. Air date: July 25, 2007.

Truck-only lanes – Reed Black spoke with Carrie Hamlin of the Georgia DOT concerning proposed truck-only lanes. For more information, click here. Air date: July 25, 2007.

Diesel update – Terry Scruton updated us on the price of diesel fuel and crude oil. To read an update on prices, click here. To check the price through ProMiles, click here. Air date: July 25, 2007.

Pennsylvania tolling – Keith Goble of Land Line Magazine talked about I-80 toll legislation in Pennsylvania. To follow legislative action in Pennsylvania, click here. Air date: July 25, 2007.

Mexican trucks – Mark talked to OOIDA’s Todd Spencer regarding an amendment to a federal appropriations bill that would stop funding for any and all cross-border programs with Mexico. For more information, click here. Air date: July 24, 2007

Fergus Truck Show – The 22nd annual Fergus Truck Show is scheduled for July 26-29. For more information, call (519) 843-3412, or click here. Air date: July 24, 2007.

Call to Action – You can take a more active role by joining the OOIDA Call to Action list. To sign up, send an e-mail with your name, membership number and current e-mail address by clicking here. Air date: July 24, 2007.

Contacting lawmakers – To call any member of Congress, you can dial the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121. Provide the operator your ZIP code, and they can connect you directly to the office of your senators or representative. Air date: July 24, 2007.

Hours of service – Mark talked to OOIDA’s Rick Craig about the latest court ruling on hours-of-service regs. For more information on the HOS issue, click here. Air date: July 24, 2007.

Houston permits – Mark talked about a proposed ordinance in Houston, TX, to require overweight or oversized trucks to pay for city permits in addition to existing state fees. For more information, click here. Air date: July 23, 2007.

TWIC hearing – Terry Scruton gave us highlights on the TWIC hearing. For more information about the TWIC program, you can go to the TSA Web site here. Air date: July 23, 2007

Darrell Nunley – To donate to the Darrell Nunley family, you can make donations to:
            The Nunley Boys Memorial Fund
            c/o the Provident Bank
            PO Box 1661
            Baltimore, MD 21203

Truck insurance – Brenda Guffey of OOIDA talked about insuring personal items in your truck. For more information, call 1-800-715-9369, and ask to speak to one of OOIDA’s agents. Air date: July 20, 2007.

APUs – Steven Petit of “Roll Audio” talked about APUs. To view Land Line Magazine’s special section on idle reduction from 2006, click here. A new special section will appear in the August/September 2007 issue. Air date: July 20, 2007.

Hazmat securement – OOIDA Foundation Operations Director Tom Weakley talked about securing hazmat loads. For more information, you can visit the Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration Web site here. Air date: July 20, 2007

Diesel update – Terry Scruton updated us on the price of diesel fuel and crude oil. To read an update on prices, click here. To check the price through ProMiles, click here. Air date: July 18, 2007.

Pennsylvania tolling – Keith Goble of Land Line Magazine talked about I-80 toll legislation in Pennsylvania. To follow legislative action in Pennsylvania, click here. Air date: July 18, 2007.

Motor carrier safety hearing – Terry Scruton covered highlights of a U.S. House subcommittee hearing about the FMCSA’s oversight of high-risk carriers. For more information, click here. Air date: July 17, 2007.

New Jersey APU grants – There is APU grant money available for trucks in New Jersey. For more information and applications, go to the New Jersey Motor Truck Association’s Web site here. Air date: July 17, 2007.

Call to Action – 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: July 17, 2007.

e-News – To sign up for the Land Line Magazine daily news report, click here. Each day, a summary of the day’s news – and links to the complete stories – is sent directly to your e-mail inbox. Air date: July 16, 2007.

Small business bill – Massachusetts State Sen. Harriette L. Chandler discussed her bill to benefit small businesses. For more information, click here. Air date: July 16, 2007.

“Land Line Now” calendar – From upcoming truck shows to the World’s Largest Truck Convoy for Special Olympics, click here to read our industry calendar. Air date: July 16, 2007.

Mexican truck pilot program – The launch date of the proposed Mexican truck pilot program remains up in the air. To read Jami Jones’ coverage from Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: July 16, 2007.

Vehicle infrastructure integration – Reed Black reported on VII – or, Vehicle Infrastructure Integration. For more information, check out the DOT’s Web site on VII here. Air date: July 13, 2007.

Hot fuel – For more information on the hot fuel issue, click here. Air date: July 13, 2007.

Walcott Truckers Jamboree - We talked with Bill Hudgins about the Walcott Truckers Jamboree. For more information, click here. Air date: July 13, 2007.

Contacting lawmakers – To call any member of Congress, you can dial the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121. Provide the operator your ZIP Code, and they can connect you directly to the office of your senators or your U.S. representative. Air date: July 13, 2007.

Speed limiter petition – We spoke with Canadian owner-operator Jean Catudel about a petition he’s starting that will oppose mandatory speed limiters in that nation. To find out more, click here. Or you can visit Jean’s Web site to learn more. Just click here. Air date: July 12, 2007.

Diesel update – Terry Scruton updated us on the price of diesel fuel and crude oil. Dave Tanner covers the topic for Land Line Magazine – to read his update, click here. To check the price through Pro Miles, click here. Air date: July 12, 2007.

Windows Vista – John Ewing of the Truckers’ Helper talked about the new Windows Vista operating system. The Web site operated by John’s company offers an array of advice for truckers. To view it, click here. Air date: July 12, 2007.

World’s Largest Truck Convoy – We offered an early notice on the event, which benefits Special Olympics and is set for Sept. 15 in many locations. For more information, click here, or call 1-800-700-8585. Air date: July 12, 2007.

Texas legislative update – Keith Goble of Land Line Magazine talked about a new Texas law that will expand truck enforcement by cities. To follow legislation in the Lone Star State, click here. Air date: July 12, 2007.

Idling alternatives – To read Land Line Magazine’s coverage of the topic last year, click here. Also, keep an eye out for the new idling section in this year’s August/September issue of the magazine. Air date: July 12, 2007.

California idling – Rex Greer of Pony Pack talked about California idling regulations and APUs. To view Pony Pack’s Web site, click here. Air date: July 11, 2007.

Speed limiter petition – Canadian trucker Jean Catudal of Quebec is collecting online signatures and comments in opposition to proposals in the provinces of Quebec and Ontario to require heavy trucks to have speed limiters. To read or sign the petition, click here. Air date: July 12, 2007

Walcott Truckers Jamboree – The Jamboree is Thursday and Friday, July 12 and 13, at the Iowa 80 Truck Stop, on Interstate 80 at Exit 284 in Walcott, IA. For more information, call (563) 284-6965, or click here. Air date: July 11, 2007.

Florida tolling – Land Line Magazine’s Keith Goble discussed a new law in Florida that allows the leasing of existing toll roads and allows private businesses to build and operate new roads. To keep up on Florida legislation, click here. Air date: July 11, 2007.

Missouri safety seminars – A series of free commercial vehicle safety seminars is being presented by the Missouri DOT. They are at a variety of locations and are scheduled to begin July 16. Some will focus on hazmat, others will cover general topics such as logbooks and load securement. For a complete listing of dates and cities, click here. To register by phone, call 1-866-831-6277. Air date: July 5, 2007.

SuperRigs winners – We featured three of the top winners from the annual Shell Rotella SuperRigs Competition. To view a complete list of winners, click here . Air date: July 5, 2007.

TV auditions – The producers of “Trick My Truck” are auditioning people for a new program that will feature truckers getting personal makeovers. The open, videotaped auditions are scheduled for Monday, July 9, and Tuesday, July 10, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Pilot Travel Center off Interstate 15 in Hesperia, CA. Air date: June 29, 2007.

Mexican truck sightings – If you see a Mexico-based truck operating in a part of the U.S. where they shouldn’t be, OOIDA is asking that you gather some information. That includes where you saw it, plate information, the equivalent of a DOT, MC or MX number, the name of the carrier, and so on. If possible, get a picture of the truck, its plate or information, and show where it is. However, we urge that truckers not put themselves in danger or in a situation where they could come into conflict with someone. You can e-mail the information here, or mail them to the attention of: Denise – Sightings, PO Box 1000, Grain Valley, MO, 64029. Air date: July 9, 2007.

Winds of Change – If you’re considering buying an APU or other idle reduction device, check out Land Line Magazine’s Special Section from the August/September 2006 issue titled “Winds of Change.” Just click here, and scroll down to the gray box that says “Special Section.” Also, more information will be included in this year’s August/September issue. Air date: July 9, 2007.

Subscribe to Land Line – If you’re a trucker and you’d like to receive Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: July 9, 2007.

Mexican truck letter – We reported on a letter sent by members of the U.S. House to President Bush regarding the proposed Mexican truck pilot program. To read the letter, click here. To read Jami Jones’ recent coverage of the issue on landlinemag.com, click here. Air date: July 6, 2007.

Louisiana legislation – We reported on several measures in Louisiana designed to fund the extension of Interstate 49. To keep up on legislative action in Louisiana, click here. Air date: July 6, 2007.

Legislative Watch – Land Line Magazine State Legislative Editor Keith Goble spoke about a tolling proposal in Massachusetts on our show today. To keep up on legislation in Massachusetts, click here. Air date: July 5, 2007.

Mexican trucks – OOIDA is encouraging truckers to respond to the FMCSA’s second call for comments regarding Mexican cross-border trucking. The deadline has been extended to July 9. Comments can be faxed to (202) 493-2251 or submitted online by clicking here. Remember to include the docket number, FMCSA-2007-28055. Air date: June 27, 2007.

SuperRigs winners – We featured three of the top winners from the annual Shell Rotella SuperRigs Competition. To view a complete list of winners, click here . Air date: July 5, 2007.

Titletown – The Titletown Truckers Showdown is scheduled for Friday, July 6, and Saturday, July 7, at the Brown County Fairgrounds in Green Bay, WI. For more information, click here, or call (920) 435-1882. Air date: July 3, 2007.

Wisconsin grants – OOIDA Regulatory Affairs Specialist Joe Rajkovacz discussed an idle-reduction grant program for truckers whose companies are headquartered in Wisconsin. To fill out an online application, click here. You can also call (608) 267-9214, or (608) 261-2517. Air date: June 20, 2007.

SuperRigs – The Shell Rotella SuperRigs truck show is scheduled for June 21-23 at the Petro in Joplin, MO. For more information, click here. Air date: June 20, 2007.

Insurance – Senior Correspondent Terry Scruton recently talked to Ed Briley, an agent with OOIDA’s truck customer service department. If you have a question about truck insurance, you can call 1-800-715-9369. If you have a question about other types of insurance – or 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 28, 2007.

Land Line Calendar – To view what’s on the Land Line calendar, click here. Air date: June 28, 2007.

LA-Long Beach Port – Charlie Morasch joined us to talk about a plan to restructure the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach – a plan that could force owner-operators to become employee drivers. To follow Charlie’s coverage of the issue since the news first broke, click here, here or here. Air date: June 27, 2007.

TWIC – We spoke with Land Line Magazine’s Charlie Morasch about the TWIC card. To read his coverage, click here. For more information or to pre-enroll in the program, visit the TWIC Web site by clicking here or call 1-866-DHS-TWIC. Air date: June 18, 2007.

Mexican trucks – OOIDA is encouraging truckers to respond to the FMCSA’s second call for comments regarding the possible entry of Mexico-based trucks into the U.S. Even if you commented before, you need to again make comments on this issue, prior to the Jun 28 deadline. Comments can be faxed to (202) 493-2251, submitted online by clicking here, or mailed to: U.S. Department of Transportation, Docket Operations, West Building Ground Floor Room W12-140,1200 New Jersey Avenue SE, Washington, DC 20590. Because of the short time frame, OOIDA recommends using fax or the Web to submit your comments. Remember to include the docket number, FMCSA-2007-28055.Air date: June 21, 2007.

Member profiles – If you’re interested in being profiled by “Land Line Now” or Land Line Magazine, fill out our online form. Just click here. If you have any questions about the form, call Sherry Murray at 1-800-444-5791, ext. 1143. Air date: June 18, 2007.

Cross-border comments – From June 13 through 17, the U.S. DOT is not taking online comments on its plans for Mexican cross-border trucking because the agency’s computers are being moved to a new building. If you want to comment during this period, you can fax your comments to (202) 493-2251. Be sure to include the cross-border trucking docket number, FMCSA-2007-28055. Air date: June 14, 2007.

‘Hot fuel’ – We reported on a congressional hearing about the issue of hot fuel. To see a video of the full hearing, visit the House Subcommittee on Domestic Policy by clicking here. Air date: June 14, 2007; June 15, 2007.

Mexico comments – Comments will be accepted on the U.S. DOT’s proposed Mexican cross-border pilot program until June 28. You can fax comments to (202) 493-2251, or submit them online here. You will need to know the docket number, which is FMCSA-2007-28055. Air date: June 18, 2007.

Land Line Calendar – To view what’s on the Land Line calendar, click here. Air date: June 18, 2007.

Road Law – Reed Black spoke with Jeff McConnell and James Mennella, who write the “Road Law” column in Land Line Magazine. If you have questions or comments regarding transportation law, you can call (405) 242-2030, fax a question to (405) 242-2040, or send an e-mail. For more information, click here. Air date: June 5, 2007.

Subscribing to Land Line Magazine – If you’re a working trucker, and you’d like to receive Land Line Magazine, you can do it two ways. You can call the main number here at OOIDA, 1-800-444-5791, and ask for circulation, or you can subscribe online by clicking here. Air date: June 4, 2007.

Privatization – Jami Jones of Land Line Magazine spoke about a letter on privatization sent by two U.S. representatives to governors across the country. To read Jami’s story, click here. Air date: May 29, 2007.

Concours d’ Elegance – The annual Concours d’ Elegance takes place this week at the Road America Race Course in Elkart Lake, WI. For information about the event, you can click here, or call Chuck Kemner at (863) 605-1608. Air date: May 29, 2007.

Highway privatization – Two different organizations with distinct views on highway privatization are the New Jersey Public Interest Research Group and the Urban Land Institute. The New Jersey group has launched a petition drive asking the governor to protect the public’s interest in any deals he makes. To read about the petition, click here. For information about the Urban Land Institute, click here. Air date: May 25, 2007.

Tennessee Truck Show – We talked with Vicky Holiday of the Tennessee Truck Show. To find out more about the show, or for information on when next year’s event will occur, click here or call (615) 307-4525. Air date: May 25, 2007.

Mexican trucks – The FMCSA is accepting comments from truckers and others regarding the possible entry of trucks based in Mexico into the U.S. until May 31, 2007. To comment, first, make sure you include the docket number. For this notice, it’s FMCSA-2007-28055. To send your comments:

You can send faxes to (202) 493-2251
You can send mail to:

Docket Management Facility
U.S. Department of Transportation
400 Seventh S Street SW
Nassif Building, Room PL-401
Washington, DC 20590-0001

You can submit them online by clicking here

Air date: May 24, 2007.

OnStar – In Thursday’s comment line, we mentioned an article in CIO Magazine on OnStar. To read that Article, click here. Air date: May 24, 2007.

Truck tires – We recently talked to Guy Wallenga, engineering manager for Firestone/Bridgestone truck tires. If you have a question for Guy or any of the engineers at Firestone/Bridgestone, click here to visit their “Ask the Tire Doctor” Web page. Air date: May 23, 2007.

Member profiles – We offered a profile of OOIDA member Todd Simpson on our program today. If you’re interested in being profiled, fill out our online form. Just click here. Air date: May 21, 2007.

Fuel economy – David Tanner spoke on today’s program about legislation that would apply fuel economy standards to big trucks for the first time. Watch the OOIDA Web sites for more coverage. Air date: May 21, 2007.

DAC case – We reported on the latest in the court case against DAC. To read Land Line Magazine’s coverage of the appeal, click here. Air date: May 18, 2007.

Idling – During a comment line segment, we mentioned a section in the August/September 2006 issue of Land Line Magazine entitled “Winds of Change.” To read information from that section online, click here and scroll down to the special section box. Air date: May 17, 2007.

Operating authority – OOIDA’s Joe Shewmaker discussed the things you need to know if you are preparing to get your own authority. If you have questions or want more information, contact the OOIDA Business Services Department at (800) 444-5791. Air date: May 17, 2007.

OnStar – Reed Black reported about OnStar’s new partnership with MapQuest to provide a voice-based navigation service – although at this point, the service is not yet available for trucks. To learn more, click here. Air date: May 16, 2007.

Boyda-Hunter bill – We heard from U.S. Rep. Nancy Boyda, D-KS, and OOIDA Executive Vice President Todd Spencer regarding a measure formally known as the “Safe American Roads Act of 2007.” To view the bill on the U.S. House Web site, click here. To read Land Line Magazine’s latest coverage of the bill, click here. Air date: May 15, 2007.

Truck-only lanes – The Georgia DOT is holding public meetings May 15 and May 22, as well as unannounced meetings in August, to discuss proposed truck-only lanes on a number of highways in the state. For more information, click here. Air date: May 11, 2007.

Freightliner – Truckers who want to share their opinions about Freightliner moving production of some of its trucks to Mexico should call the company’s main number at (503) 745-8000. Also, we strongly encourage truckers to share their opinion through us, via the listener comment line. That number is 1-800-324-6856. Air date May 10, 2007.

TEI – Tracy Fries, an OOIDA member from Meridian, ID, is compiling a list of companies that Truckers Express Inc. has not paid. Companies or truckers that weren’t paid by TEI’s broker firm may contact her here. You can also read Land Line Magazine’s coverage of the story here. Air date: May 9, 2007.

Cascadia – Reed Black reported on the new Freightliner Cascadia. To get more information, you can visit Freightliner’s Web site here. Air date: May 9, 2007.

Greensburg tornado – Truckers who want to help victims on this past weekend’s tornados in Kansas, or who want to donate hauling services, should call Chuck Ebersole at the National Red Cross at (202) 550-7652. In addition, if you have friends or relatives in Greensburg you want to check on, call the local chapter of the Red Cross at (620) 672-3651. You can also register here. Monetary donations may be sent to: Red Cross, 114 N. Main St., Pratt, KS, 67124. Make checks out to the Cannonball Chapter of the Red Cross, and in the memo space, write “Greensburg disaster.” Air date: May 8, 2007.

Boyda-Hunter bill – We heard from U.S. Rep. Nancy Boyda, D-KS, and OOIDA Executive Vice President Todd Spencer regarding a measure formally known as the “Safe American Roads Act of 2007.” To view the bill on the U.S. House Web site, click here. To read Land Line Magazine’s latest coverage of the bill, click here. Air date: May 15, 2007.

You can fax comments to (202) 493-2251;
You can mail them to: Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW, Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC 20590-0001; or
You can submit them online here.

Truckers are also encouraged to support three bills that would put the brakes on this pilot program. They are:

HR1756
HR1773 and
Section 4901 of HR1591

You can call lawmakers through the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121. Provide the operator your ZIP Code, and they can connect you directly to the office of your senators or your U.S. congressman.

If you need a fax number, e-mail address or street address, you can get it through the Membership Department at OOIDA at 1-800-444-5791. Air date: May 1, 2007.

Mexican trucks – Reed Black reported on a new, combined bill in Congress that would put the brakes on Mexican cross-border trucking. To read Land Line Magazine’s coverage of the bill, click here. You can also view the text of the bill by clicking here. Air date: May 3, 2007.

Background checks – We spoke with Land Line Magazine reporter Charlie Morasch about a call by the federal Government Accountability Office to reduce redundant background checks. To read Charlie’s story, click here. Air date: May 3, 2007.

Settlement – OOIDA announced this week a settlement in court cases it and several truckers filed against cases against Allied Van Lines and North American Van Lines. To read OOIDA’s release regarding the settlement, click here. Air date: May 2, 2007.

You can fax comments to (202) 493-2251;
You can mail them to: Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW, Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC 20590-0001; or
You can submit them online here.

Truckers are also encouraged to support three bills that would put the brakes on this pilot program. They are:

HR1756
HR1773 and
Section 4901 of HR1591

If you need a fax number, e-mail address or street address, you can get it through the Membership Department at OOIDA at 1-800-444-5791. Air date: May 1, 2007.

Cave driving –Terry Scruton recently told the story of drivers who truck in and out of caves in Missouri. For more information on those caves, visit www.spacecenterinc.com, www.americold.net and www.subtropolis.net.
Air date: April 27, 2007.

Cybertrucker – We talked to Roy Stinson, president of Cybertrucker, about global positioning satellite, or GPS, technology. For more information, visit Cybertrucker’s Web site here, or call 1-866-552-9237. Air date: April 27, 2007.

BTT case – Attorney David Cohen provided an update on OOIDA’s case against Bridge Terminal Transport. If you have questions about the case, and you are a member of the class in the case, you can call Tammy Hodges in the OOIDA Member Assistance Department at 1-800-444-5791. Air date: April 26, 2007.

Dan Arcy – We talked to Dan Arcy, technical marketing manager for Shell Lubricants. If you have a question for Dan, check out his answer column here. Or you can call 1-800-231-6950. Air date: April 26, 2007.

TWIC – We featured information from a recent Senate Commerce Committee hearing about the Transportation Worker Identification Credential. For more information on this program, visit the official Web site by clicking here. Air date: April. 25, 2007.

OOIDA Scholarships – Every year OOIDA offers thousands of dollars in college scholarships to the children, grandchildren and legal dependents of members. OOIDA members are encouraged to donate to the fund. For an application or more information, call 1-800-444-5791 and ask for the scholarship line. To make a tax deductible contribution, mail checks or money orders to: OOIDA Scholarship Fund
PO Box 1000
Grain Valley, MO 64029

EOBR comments – OOIDA has filed comments with the FMCSA regarding a proposed rulemaking on EOBRs. To read the association’s comments, click here. Air date: April 24, 2007.

Oil analysis – We aired an interview with Jerry Sims of Gulf Coast Filters regarding oil analysis and bypass filtration. To learn more, click here, or call 1-866-728-3582. Air date: April 23, 2007.

FDA comments – We spoke with OOIDA’s Joe Rajkovacz about his testimony before the FDA about produce hauling. The FDA is seeking comments on the issue until June 13. Written comments can be submitted to the Division of Dockets Management at the FDA, 5630 Fishers Lane, Room 1061, Rockville, MD, 20852. To submit comments on the Web, click here. Be sure and include the docket number, 2007N-0051 on any comments you make. Air date: April 20, 2007.

Quilt Auction – A group of OOIDA Board members, employees, families and friends have created a special quilt that is being sold through a silent auction. All proceeds from that auction will go to the 2007 OOIDA Scholarship Fund. To view the quilt or to bid online, click here. Bidding ends noon Friday, April 20. Air date: April 19, 2007.

FAST – We talked to OOIDA’s Tom Weakley about the Free And Secure Trade, or FAST card program. For more information on this program, visit the official Web site here. Air date: April. 19, 2007.

Texas toll bill – Reed Black interviewed State Rep. Lois Kolkhorst, a Texas Republican, about a bill she introduced that would put a freeze on the Trans-Texas Corridor. To read about the issue, click here. Air date: April 18, 2007.

CARB – We spoke with OOIDA Regulatory Affairs Specialist Joe Rajkovacz about his meeting with the California Air Resources Board. To read about the meeting, click here. To view CARB’s Web site, click here. Air date: April 18, 2007.

Overweight truck – A 200-foot-long truck that’s hauling a 100-ton bridge expansion joint is expected to reach its destination at Gig Harbor, WA, as early as Saturday, April 14. The truck, trailer and load weigh in at 375,000 pounds according to the Washington state DOT. To see photos of the rig, click here.

EOBRs – The FMCSA is accepting comments from truckers and others on its EOBR “Notice of Proposed Rulemaking.” The deadline for submitting comments is April 18, 2007. To comment, first, make sure you include the docket number. For EOBRs, it’s FMCSA-2004-18940. Then, you can fax comments to (202) 493-2251. Or you can mail them to: Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW, Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC 20590-0001. Or you can submit them online here. Air date: April 10, 2007.

Mexican trucks – OOIDA is urging truckers to call their U.S. representatives and senators in support of three measures related to Mexican trucks. The legislation is: Section 4001 of S965; HR1756; and HR1773. Truckers are urged to contact their lawmakers now to voice their objections to a pilot program that would open the border to trucks from Mexico and to express their support for all three measures. The U.S. Capitol Switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can also read Land Line Magazine’s coverage of the issue from the past month by clicking here. Air date: April 6, 2007.

Idling reduction – We spoke with Rex Greer of Pony Pack about idle-reduction equipment and idling issues. To read about his company, click here. To read Land Line Magazine’s coverage of the topic in the August/September 2006 issue, click here. Air date: April 9, 2007

OOIDA Medical Plan – Rick Welsh of Welsh and Associates talked about new forms of medical plans, including one offered by OOIDA. For more information on the association’s new Advantage Plan, click here, call 1-800-715-9369 or 1-800-444-5791, and ask for Medical Benefits. Air date: April 3, 2007.

Pay-as-you-drive insurance – We reported on a “pay-as-you-drive” insurance pilot program in King County, WA. Using GPS units and timing devices, 500 motorists will pay insurance rates based on where and when they drive. For more information on the program, click here. Air date: April 2, 2007.

Trucker Buddy – We spoke to Roxanne Campbell Rose, executive director of Trucker Buddy International. If you want more information about Trucker Buddy, click here. You can also call 1-800-MY-BUDDY, send them an e-mail, or write to them at Trucker Buddy International, PO Box 888, Jefferson, GA 30549-0888. Air date: March 30, 2007.

Seminar – We provided information on our show about an upcoming OOIDA seminar titled “Owner-Operator Business Management.” You can find more information on the seminar by clicking here, or you can call the college directly at (816) 220-6518 or (816) 220-6585. Air date: March 29, 2007.

Stars and Stripes – Land Line Magazine Field Editor Suzanne Stempinski talked to us about the results of the Paul K. Young Truck Beauty Contest at MATS. To learn more, click here. Suzanne also spoke about the winners of the Truck Lite Trophy; to read more, click here. Air date: March 28, 2007..

Making comments – Today is the deadline for making comments on the FMCSA’s and NHTSA’s request for comments on speed governors. To comment, first, make sure you include the docket number. For speed governors, it’s NHTSA-2007-26851. Then, you can fax comments to (202) 493-2251. Or you can mail them to Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW, Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC 20590-0001. Or you can submit them online here. Air date: March 26, 2007.

Biodiesel – We spoke at the Mid-America Trucking Show with Dale Decker of Decker Truck Lines and Tom Verry of the National Biodiesel Board about a test Decker is running of the alternative fuel. To keep up-to-date on the test, click here. To get more information on biodiesel, click here. To find retailers who offer biodiesel for truckers, click here. Air date: March 27, 2007.

Mexican trucks – OOIDA is encouraging truckers to call members of the U.S. Senate to express their opinion about a section in a bill that could delay or stop the entry of trucks based in Mexico into the United States. The part of the bill involved is Section 4001, and the bill is S965. To call your senator, dial the U.S. Capitol Switchboard at (202) 224-3121. Air date: March 27, 2007.

“Land Line Now” at MATS – You can find “Land Line Now” at the OOIDA booth, No. 7670, in the West Hall. To get to the West Hall, just enter at the registration desk for the West Wing. There are two hallways – one to the West Wing, and one down to the West Hall area where the OOIDA booth is. OOIDA’s “The Spirit of the American Trucker” rig will be outside, about halfway along the front of the South Wing, and Ron Mermis will have the OOIDA NASCAR simulator at the satellite truck parking, which is at the Papa John’s Cardinal Stadium parking lot.

Indiana hearings on toll proposal – For full information on upcoming hearings in Indiana regarding a proposed 75-mile tolled extension of Interstate 69, click here. Air date: March 21, 2007.

Indiana Hearings – An Indiana state legislative committee that focuses on transportation issues is holding four public hearings on a proposal to build a private toll road that would bypass Indianapolis to the east and south—connecting with I-70 on both ends. For more information, click here. Air date: March 16, 2007.

MATS – We talked to Toby Young for a preview of the upcoming Mid-America Trucking Show. For more information about the show, click here. Air date: March 16, 2007.

Making comments – The FMCSA is accepting comments from truckers and others on its EOBR Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. To comment, first, make sure you include the docket number. For EOBRs, it’s FMCSA-2004-18940. Then, you can fax comments to (202) 493-2251. Or you can mail them to Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW, Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC 20590-0001. Or you can submit them online here. Air date: March 14, 2007.

Seminar – We provided information on our show about an upcoming seminar from OOIDA titled “Owner-Operator Business Management.” You can find more information on the seminar here, or you can call the college directly at (816) 220-6518 or (816) 220-6585. Air date: March 14, 2007.

Florida privatization – The Florida DOT will conduct a public forum on highway privatization March 28-29 at the World Golf Village Renaissance Resort in St. Augustine. To register to speak or to read the full meeting agenda, click here. Air date: March 9, 2007.

It’s Your Business – Donna Ryun, OOIDA’s communications director and Land Line Magazine columnist, was our guest on today’s show. To send Donna a question, click here. Air date: March 8, 2007.

Hot fuel – We spoke with attorney George Zelcs and the OOIDA Foundation’s John Siebert about the issue of hot fuel. For more information on hot fuel, you can click here to check out coverage from Land Line Magazine. Or, click here to read a series by The Kansas City Star. Air date: March 8, 2007.

BTT case – To read the press release on the BTT settlement, click here. Air date: March 6, 2007.

Dock accident – Land Line Magazine’s Charlie Morasch told us about a trucker killed as a result of an accident on a loading dock. You can read Charlie’s coverage online by clicking here or here. Or you can read his story in the March issue of Land Line Magazine on Page 99. Air date: March 6, 2007.

Indiana APU tax credits – A bill in the Indiana legislature would give truckers a tax credit equal to 20 percent of the purchase and installation cost of an auxiliary power unit. The bill has already passed the Indiana House and is now before the state Senate Committee on Tax and Fiscal Policy. To read Land Line Magazine’s coverage and to find contact info for the committee, click here. (Air date: Feb. 28, 2007)

Mexico-based trucks – Todd Spencer talked about DOT’s plans to allow some Mexico-based trucks to run on U.S. roads. To read Land Line Magazine’s coverage of this story, click here. Air date: Feb. 23, 2007.

MATS – You can find out more about the Mid America Trucking Show on the Web here, or by calling (502) 899-3892. Air date: Feb. 23, 2007.

Hot Fuel – We spoke with the OOIDA Foundation’s John Siebert about the issue of hot fuel. For more information on hot fuel, you can see the series from The Kansas City Star here. Air date: Feb. 22, 2007.

Red-light cams – Two separate bills in the Missouri Senate would greatly reduce the negative impact of red-light cameras at intersections. If you know your senator’s name and want to express your support of the bills, click here, or call OOIDA’s Membership Department at 1-800-444-5791 and they’ll look it up for you.

Texas hearing – The Texas Senate Transportation Committee is holding a public hearing seeking comment on toll roads, public private partnerships and the Trans-Texas Corridor. The meeting will be held at 8:30 a.m on March 1 in the Capitol extension auditorium in Austin. If you can’t attend but want to e-mail comments, click here. A rally at the state Capitol building will be held at 1:45 p.m. on March 2 by privatization opponents, and truckers are invited. For more information, send an e-mail here.

Seminar – We talked to OOIDA’s Tom Weakley and Clare Roberts of the Metropolitan Community College Blue River about an upcoming seminar from OOIDA titled “Owner-Operator Business Management.” You can find more information on the seminar here, or you can call the college directly at (816) 220-6518 or (816) 220-6585. Air date: Feb. 21, 2007.

Utah split speeds – A Utah state representative has introduced a split speed limit bill – HB199 – that would reduce the speed of heavy trucks by 10 mph while allowing all other vehicles to maintain the current speed limit. If you want to let your state representative know your thoughts on this issue, click here. If you need to know who your representative is, click here, or call OOIDA’s membership department at 1-800-444-5791. Air date: February 15, 2007.

House hearing – The U.S. House Highway Subcommittee held a hearing on public private partnerships – essentially, leasing highways to private companies – on Tuesday. To read Land Line Magazine’s coverage of the hearing, click here. To read the committee’s press release, click here. To express your opinion on the topic to your congressman or senator, call (202) 224-3121. Air date: Feb. 14, 2007.

Privatization press conference – On Monday’s show, we ran a press conference held by a new group – Americans for a Strong National Highway Network. The group includes nearly all highway user groups in the United States.

To read OOIDA’s press release on the event, click here.
To read the coalition’s letter to Secretary of Transportation Peters, click here.
To read the results of a poll regarding Indiana citizens’ attitudes on privatization, click here.
To read Land Line Magazine’s coverage of the press conference, click here.
Air date: Feb. 12, 2007.

ACE – If you’d like to know more about the ACE electronic manifest system that’s becoming mandatory at U.S. border crossings, you can visit the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Web site here. Air date: February 8, 2007.

It’s Your Business – Donna Ryun, OOIDA’s communications director and Land Line Magazine columnist, spoke about insurance needs. To send Donna a question, click here. Air date: Feb. 8, 2007.

EOBRs – We discussed the notice of proposed rulemaking on EOBRs – electronic onboard recorders. At an earlier stage of the regulatory process, OOIDA made comments on the idea of using EOBRs. To read those comments, click here. Air date: Feb. 7, 2007.

Making comments – The FMCSA is accepting comments from truckers and others on its EOBR Notice of Proposed Rulemaking and its request for comments on speed governors. To comment, first, make sure you include the docket number. For EOBRs, it’s FMCSA-2004-18940. For speed governor, it’s NHTSA-2007-26851. Then, you can fax comments to (202) 493-2251. Or you can mail them to Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW, Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC 20590-0001. Or you can submit them online here. Air date: Feb. 7, 2007.

State Capital Update – To read the latest updates on state legislation by Land Line Magazine’s State Legislative Editor Keith Goble, click here. Air date: Feb. 7, 2007.

Maintenance Q&A – We spoke with Land Line Magazine Senior Technical Editor Paul Abelson. If you have a question for Paul, you can send him an e-mail, or mail him c/o Land Line Magazine, PO Box 1000, Grain Valley, MO, 64029. Air date: Feb. 7, 2007.

Kansas tolls – Kansas Gov. Kathleen Sebelius is proposing raising tolls on the Kansas Turnpike to pay for building maintenance work at the state’s seven universities. For more information on contacting the governor and the turnpike authority, click here. Air date: Feb. 2, 2007.

Florida retread bill – A state lawmaker in Florida has proposed a bill that would outlaw use of retreads on trucks. To read the bill, click here. Air date: Jan. 31, 2007.

Truck tires – Terry Scruton talked to Guy Wallenga, engineering manager for Firestone/Bridgestone truck tires. If you have a question for Guy or any of the engineers at Firestone/Bridgestone, click here. Air date: Jan. 31, 2007.

Land Line Magazine – We previewed the upcoming February issue of Land Line Magazine. If you’re a trucker and you’d like to receive the magazine, click here. Air date: Jan. 30, 2007

Speed governors – To read the federal government’s call for comments on speed limiters, also called speed governors, click here. Air date: Jan. 26, 2007.

Texas Transportation Commission – Reed Black spoke with Texas state Rep. Joe Pickett, D- El Paso, about a bill that would change the way the state’s Transportation Commission is run. To view the bill, click here. To track its status, click here. Air date: Jan. 26, 2007.

Passports – We spoke with Jarrod Agen of the Department of Homeland Security about the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, which is creating new requirements for documents you must have to cross back into the United State from a foreign country. To view the initiative’s Web site, click here. Air date: Jan. 26, 2007.

Speed limiters – The FMCSA and NHTSA are accepting comments from truckers and others on the possibility of requiring speed limiters on trucks. To comment, first, make sure you include the docket number, NHTSA-2007-26851. Then, you can fax comments to (202) 493-2251. Or you can mail them to Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW, Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC 20590-0001. Or you can submit them online here. Air date: Jan. 26, 2007.

TWIC – The final rule for the TWIC card – the Transportation Worker Identification Credential – was formally released today. To read Land Line Magazine’s coverage of the initial announcement, click here. You can also view the program’s official Web site here. Air date: Jan. 25, 2007.

State of the Union – We talked to Joe Jobe, president of the National Biodiesel Board, about his response to President Bush’s State of the Union Address. To read the text of the address, click here. For the biodiesel industry’s response to the address, click here. Air date: Jan. 25, 2007.

Making comments – The FMCSA is accepting comments from truckers and others on its EOBR Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. To comment, first, make sure you include the docket number, FMCSA-2004-18940. Then, you can fax comments to (202) 493-2251. Or you can mail them to Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW, Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC 20590-0001. Or you can submit them online here. Air date: Jan. 25, 2007.

Dan Arcy – We talked to Dan Arcy, technical marketing manager for Shell Lubricants. If you have a question for Dan, check out his answer column here. Or you can call (800) 231-6950. Air date: Jan. 25, 2007.

Hours of service – Rick Craig discussed the Hours of Service. To read the answers to some frequently asked questions about the rules provided on the OOIDA Members Only site, click here. To view the FMCSA’s Hours of Service regulations Web site, click here. Air date: Jan. 24, 2007.

Loose loads – A lawmaker in Arkansas is proposing a bill to require tarping on loose loads of dirt, gravel and other rock in his state. For more information on the bill or to follow its progress in the Legislature, click here. Air date: Jan. 24, 2007

APU loans – The EPA has a program to offer loans for the purchase of idle-reduction equipment, such as APUs. For more information, click here. Air date: Jan. 19, 2007.

Hot Fuel Lawsuit – We talked to George Zelcs, an attorney with Korein Tillery, the law firm in charge of the hot fuel lawsuit filed in December in California. For more information on the lawsuit, you can e-mail him at gzelcs@koreintillery.com. Air date: Jan. 19, 2007.

DOT pushed privatization – Reed Black spoke with OOIDA’s Todd Spencer about a model bill for states created by the U.S. DOT. To view the DOT’s public private partnership Web site, click here. To read the DOT’s model bill, click here. Air date: Jan. 18, 2007

Comment on EBORs – Starting Jan. 18, the FMCSA is accepting comments from truckers and others on its EOBR proposed rulemaking. To comment, include the docket number, FMCSA-2004-18940. Comments can be anonymous. Fax comments to (202) 493-2251. Mail comments to: Docket Management Facility, U.S. DOT, 400 Seventh Street SW, Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC 20590-0001. Or click here to submit them online. Air date: Jan. 18, 2007.

PACA – We talked to Randy Gunderman, manager of RTS Credit Services, about hauling produce. If you have a produce-related question for Randy, call our listener comment line at (800) 324-6856. You can also check out the RTS Web site here, or call (800) 506-7438. Air date: Jan. 17, 2007.

Making comments – Starting Jan. 18, the FMCSA will begin to accept comments from truckers and others on its EOBR Notice of Proposed Rulemaking. To comment, first, make sure you include the docket number, FMCSA-2004-18940. Then, you can fax comments to (202) 493-2251. Or you can mail them to Docket Management Facility, U.S. Department of Transportation, 400 Seventh Street SW, Nassif Building, Room PL-401, Washington, DC 20590-0001. Or you can submit them online here. Air date: Jan. 16, 2007.

Privatization – We spoke with U.S. Rep. Peter DeFazio, D-OR, about highway privatization, including a model bill for states created by the U.S. DOT. To read Land Line Magazine’s coverage of the DOT model bill, click here. To read the DOT press release on the privatization effort, click here. Air date: Jan. 15, 2007.

EOBRs – The FMCSA announced a “notice of proposed rulemaking” on Thursday. To read the official rulemaking, click here. To read the Special Report on landlinemag.com, click here. Air date: Jan. 11, 2007.

Hot fuel – We have mentioned The Kansas City Star’s series on hot fuel. To read that series, click here. Air date: Jan. 9, 2007.

California Produce Agreement – OOIDA issued a Call to Action regarding the proposed California Leafy Green Products Handler Marketing Agreement. To read the Association’s comments on the proposal, click here. Air date: Jan. 8, 2007.

IInjured trucker – Show truck competitor and OOIDA member Jan Huey was seriously injured during the holidays when she was hit by a car in Cincinnati. If you’d like to make a donation to help cover mounting medical expenses, send a check to: Irwin Union Bank, Donation to Janice Huey, PO Box 929, Columbus, IN 47202. Air date: Jan. 8, 2007.

Rep. Geist – We urged truckers to call or write to Rep. Richard Geist of Pennsylvania, a leading supporter of leasing that state’s turnpike to private interests. His office number at the Capitol Building is (717) 787-6419. You can also e-mail him here, or send a letter to Room 144, Main Capitol Building, PO Box 202079, Harrisburg, PA 17120-2079.

TWIC – We talked to OOIDA’s Rick Craig and Land Line Magazine’s Jami Jones about the Transportation Worker Identification Credential. For more information on this program, visit the official Web site here.. Air date: Jan. 08, 2007.

Hot fuel bill – A state lawmaker in Missouri has introduced a bill to require fuel to be compensated for temperature in the state. To read the bill on the Missouri General Assembly Web site, click here. To track the bill on Land Line Magazine’s Web site, click here. Air date: Jan. 4, 2006.

OOIDA seminar – Tom Weakley spoke about the course OOIDA is offering in cooperation with the Metropolitan Community College – Blue River. For more information on the seminar, titled “Owner-Operator Business Management,” click here, or call either (816) 220-6518, or (816) 220-6585. Air date: Jan. 5, 2007.

TWIC – The Department of Homeland Security has issued the final rule on the TWIC Card – the Transportation Workers Identification Credential. To read the final rule, please click here. To Read Jami Jones’ coverage of the final rule in Land Line Magazine, click here. Air date: Jan. 3, 2007.

Canadian HOS – We talked to OOIDA’s Rick Craig and Kip Hough about the new Canadian hours of service regulations. More information on the regulations can be found here. Air date: Jan. 3, 2007.

Canadian HOS – We spoke with Rick Craig, OOIDA’s director of regulatory affairs, about differences between the U.S. and Canadian hours-of-service rules. The new Canadian HOS has just gone into effect. If you need more information on the new rules, go to the Transport Canada HOS guide here, or try the CCMTA guide here. Air date: Jan. 2, 2007.

Pennsylvania privatization – We spoke about a proposal in Pennsylvania to privatize the state’s toll road. The lawmaker promoting the idea is state Rep. Richard Geist. To contact Geist, call him at (717) 787-6419 or (814) 946-7218. You can fax a letter to (717) 772-5142 or to (814) 949-7915, or e-mail him by clicking here. His office address is Room 144, Main Capitol Building, PO Box 202079, Harrisburg, PA 17120-2079. Air date: Jan. 2, 2007.

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