Mark H. Reddig

Kansas City

Program Director, Land Line Now at Land Line Media Magazine

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Oversize exemption gets boost from truck parking shortage

1 week ago | landline.media | Mark H. Reddig

FMCSA will renew an exemption for oversize and overweight loads, in part because those rigs realistically have no place to park. Also, many truckers have tried CBD to deal with health problems. But a doctor says truckers should be aware it may cause them to fail a drug test. Then, court case delays, appearing in court and case dismissals – all three are things you need to know about if you’re going to court. And the spot market is moving along according to seasonal expectations.
NHTSA greasing the skids for autonomous vehicles

1 week ago | landline.media | Mark H. Reddig

NHTSA is planning for autonomous vehicles and working to ease the transition, even for those that don’t currently meet safety standards. Also, scams are nothing new, but the internet makes it easier to take advantage of others. We’ll go over some common tax-related scams.
Emergency declarations need a fix, lawmakers say

1 week ago | landline.media | Mark H. Reddig

Emergency declarations for various disasters are causing problems, but a group in Congress has asked FMCSA to clean up the situation. Also, a lot of questions around insurance can pop up when you lease on to a motor carrier. We’ll go over some of the considerations. Then, truckers and enforcement have had an ongoing disagreement about the use of personal conveyance. And now enforcement wants changes. And CARB’s emission regulations affect truckers based well beyond California’s borders.
Bridges need some help, and the feds are sending some cash

3 weeks ago | landline.media | Mark H. Reddig

Some of America’s bridges are in need of help, and the Federal Highway Administration is stepping up with some money to set things right. Also, Canadian and OOIDA board member Johanne Couture chats about life on the road and what it’s like trucking from up North to the Lower 48. And what kind of person drives an older, long-nosed conventional truck? OOIDA tour truck driver Marty Ellis wonders what truckers think when they see them on the road.
Truck parking problem may cost one county some cash

3 weeks ago | landline.media | Mark H. Reddig

A Nevada trucking group is threatening a $500 delivery surcharge in Clark County if officials do not address truck parking. Also, time spent sitting can lead to many health problems, including “dead butt syndrome.” Then, a bridge called the Can Opener in the town of Delaware, Ohio, has been named a historic site. And market demand, loads and truck availability were all down last week, but compared to last year, things are looking good.
Biennial update is an easy do-it-yourself item for truckers

3 weeks ago | landline.media | Mark H. Reddig

The biennial update is something every trucker on his or her own authority has to do – but it’s not that hard, and you can do it yourself. Also, the easy way isn’t always the best way. That’s why leased-on truckers should have their own insurance coverage. And Washington state’s governor has OK’d a $15.5-billion, two-year transportation budget – one that includes new and increased taxes and fees.
Report on wreck points to need for more truck parking

3 weeks ago | landline.media | Mark H. Reddig

Instead of pointing to new technology or regulations, an NTSB report linked a recent collision to the need for more truck parking. Also, OOIDA board member Ken Becker recently met with the Texas Freight Advisory Committee to discuss important issues such as truck parking. And from tornados to heavy trucks, June’s Land Line Magazine explores some of the biggest dangers you need to be aware of out on the road.
Tariff back-and-forth - how will it affect trucking?

4 weeks ago | landline.media | Mark H. Reddig

One court struck down the Trump tariff plan – and another put it back in place. We’ll offer some analysis about the effect on trucking. Also, truckers love coffee. But for one woman from Puerto Rico, an interest in coffee led her to begin her path into the trucking industry. And OOIDA tour truck driver Marty Ellis says we used to share the road, but now we fight on the road. He’ll offer his thoughts on the state of road rage and more. 0:00 – Tariff back-and-forth – how will it affect trucking?
Effect on safety the key factor in rule-cutting effort

4 weeks ago | landline.media | Mark H. Reddig

FMCSA’s effort to cut a number of regulations is targeting rules that could be eliminated with little to no impact on highway safety. Also, the annual American Truck Historical Society National Convention and Antique Truck Show kicks off next week in Wisconsin’s state capital. And several states are working on bills that would affect the move toward autonomous trucks, while Oregon debates two versions of road funding.
The hatchet finally drops on excess regulations

1 month ago | landline.media | Mark H. Reddig

The Trump administration promised to strip transportation regulations if it doesn’t hurt safety – and that effort appears to have begun. Also, SuperRigs kicks off Thursday, May 29 in Atlanta. Then, many people don’t know what cabotage is, but it’s an important issue that can affect the rates you get. And fewer loads and more trucks are being seen on the spot market for week 20.