The Daily Dash is a quick look at what is happening in the freight ecosystem. In today’s edition, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) said that having animals in the cab is not a sufficient reason for truck drivers to exceed their hours-of-service limits. Plus, YRC is offering hiring bonuses for some drivers and the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) said that broker claims of the costs to comply with a transparency law are not realistic.
Man’s best friend is not a reason to ignore HOS
The FMCSA has denied a petition that would have allowed drivers traveling with pets to drive up to 13 hours per day.
John Gallagher has details on who requested the exemption and why it was denied: FMCSA denies exemptions for drivers traveling with pets
YRC raising pay for some drivers
YRC Worldwide (NASDAQ: YRCW) and the Teamsters have agreed on hiring bonuses for new CDL drivers. But not everyone will get one.
Todd Maiden explains why only certain drivers are eligible: Some new drivers will see $7,500 bonuses at YRC Freight, New Penn and Holland
OOIDA blasts broker transparency cost estimates
OOIDA has filed its comments on a proposed broker transparency rule, and the association says cost estimates to comply from brokers are not realistic.
John Kingston covers OOIDA’s comments: OOIDA scoffs at high cost estimates for broker transparency
Pilot Flying J president’s conviction overturned
The convictions of former Pilot Flying J President Mark Hazelwood and two associates were thrown out by a federal appellate court that said jurors heard evidence that should not have been entered into the court record.
Clarissa Hawes explains: Convictions of former Pilot Flying J President Hazelwood, staffers overturned
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How autonomous vehicles navigate around objects is the secret sauce. Waymo provided a brief glimpse into the process this week.
Linda Baker looks at what the company shared: From Waymo, a smattering of detail about its autonomous trucking technology
Hammer down, everyone,
Brian Straight
Managing Editor
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