Feb 29, 2020

LLN (2/28/20) – IRP – the International Registration Plan – is a must for anyone either on own authority or leased to a carrier – we’ll explain the paperwork involved. Also, Jon Osburn is hearing a lot about rates, and how low they’re going. And different ways to pay for highways in the future have...

Feb 28, 2020

LLN (2/27/20) – A lot of claims made to promote a federal truck-only vehicle miles traveled tax are outright untrue – we’ll do some myth busting. Also, the EPA is considering new rules for truck emissions – and the agency is making an effort to get truckers input. UPS wants to let learner’s permit holders...

Feb 27, 2020

LLN (2/26/20) – The freight market is starting to show some small signs of life after a weeks-long slump. Meanwhile, diesel prices continue to drop as oil plummets on coronavirus fears. Also, knowing how to handle a sudden loss of tire pressure is a critical skill every trucker should have. This year’s UCR fees are...

Feb 26, 2020

LLN (2/25/20) – Tolls are on the agenda in several states – part of an ongoing trend caused by state transportation budget shortfalls that could cost you significant cash. Also, tax time is almost upon us, and every trucker should be doing certain things right now to prepare. Coronavirus is causing a lot of health...

Feb 25, 2020

LLN (2/24/20) – A group representing road builders wants Congress to pass a tax on only truckers to pay for highways, but the trucking industry is working to stop the plan. Also, what should a trucker do when faced with a carrier pushing them to drive when they know they shouldn’t? We’ll have some advice. And the...