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Each day's show includes a newscast keyed to the most important and current issues in trucking, national and state legislative analysis, as well as longer pieces that cover everything from truckers' lifestyle to regulatory information.

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Jul 31, 2020

LLN (7/30/20) – Some in law enforcement are noticing a trend involving pre-2000 trucks, ELDs and crash statistics. Also, OOIDA is speaking out in support of the latest changes to the hours of service, and against efforts to stop it from taking effect. Meanwhile, FMCSA issues driver training tool kits to the states,...


Jul 30, 2020

LLN (7/29/20) – Freight rates are rising on average, but the pandemic is creating a volatile marketplace, so your mileage may vary. Also, Sacramento voters will not get to vote on a transportation tax, while voters in one Washington state town will. And Americans could be in for another $1,200 check, and...


Jul 29, 2020

LLN (7/28/20) – The story of two truckers put out of service over cargo securement holds a lot of lessons for other drivers. We’ll have some advice. Also, Massachusetts lawmakers are closing in on a deal to use bonds to fund transportation. And dozens of organizations – led by OOIDA – have asked Senate leaders...


Jul 28, 2020

LLN (7/27/20) – In late August, huge numbers of inspectors will be out across North America to inspect your brakes – and we’ll tell you what exactly they’re looking for. Also, truckers looking for help during tough times may consider a factoring service or a merchant cash advance – we’ll have the details....


Jul 25, 2020

LLN (7/24/20) – Most truck shows have canceled this year due to the pandemic, but that changes this weekend as the TopGun Largecar Shootout is proceeding as planned as an in-person event. A charity deals with a lack funding brought on by the cancellation of shows. Slow freight and low rates are cutting down on truck...