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 inMissouri, 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.

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. 27, 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 ChurchMissouri 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 aMissouri lawmaker who is trying to bring toll roads to his state, and about New Jerseylawmakers who are looking at red-light cameras. To read more about legislation inMissouri, 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 aboutNew 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.

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. 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 aNew 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.

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. 7, 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. 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.

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. 6, 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. 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.

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. 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.

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. 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.