Daily eNews from Land Line

Tuesday, January 17, 2011

Oil and diesel prices will be highest in first few months of 2012, analyst says
The highest prices for diesel fuel and crude oil in 2012 will likely occur during the first few months of the year according to the Oil Price Information Service. The upward pressure on prices has as much to do with diesel demand as with political tensions and a possible oil embargo in Iran.

IFC official says Cross Creek will reopen
Cross Creek Trucking laid off more than 200 truck drivers in December 2011 because of "restructuring." A company official announced on Tuesday, Jan. 17, that Cross Creek will reopen in the near future, but with a much smaller fleet of trucks initially.

Ohio bill would raise speed limit to 70 mph
Truckers and other drivers traveling Ohio's interstates could soon travel the same speed as they do on the Ohio Turnpike and in neighboring states. Rep. Ron Maag, R-Salem Township, introduced a bill that would increase the speed limit on the state's interstates from 65 mph to 70 mph. Left-lane use would also be restricted on affected roadways.

Diesel average at $3.854 for the week, up 2.6 cents
The U.S. Energy Information Administration reported the average price for on-highway diesel at $3.854 per gallon, an increase of 2.6 cents during the week ending Monday, Jan. 16.

Front-end mirrors required for certain New York City trucks
A new law now in effect is designed to eliminate blind spots for truck drivers traveling in New York City. Since Friday, Jan. 13, large trucks base-plated in New York are required to have front-end mirrors installed if traveling through any of the five boroughs. An exception is made for trucks operating solely on New York City expressways.

Land Line's new website has smooth look, cool features
Land Line Magazine's newly designed website has a clean, cool new look. The appealing new layout makes the site's content simpler to find and easier to read – both on your computer and your mobile device. The site – www.landlinemag.com – will launch Wednesday, Jan. 18.

Free driver appreciation concert at the Midway Truck Stop this weekend
Trucker Charity and Operation Roger are hosting a free concert featuring Terry Wooley as a gesture of driver appreciation this weekend at the Midway Truck Stop and Travel Plaza in Columbia, MO. The show is Saturday, Jan. 21, from approximately 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Central time.

Land Line Magazine is the business magazine for professional truckers and the official publication of the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (www.ooida.com). Editorial policy encompasses informing truckers, the trucking industry and various government agencies about issues related to the industry. News and feature articles are designed to keep professional truckers updated on legislation, industry activities and trends. Land Line Magazine has a direct mail circulation of more than 184,000 that includes owner-operators, small fleet owners and professional drivers.*

* August/September 2010 publishers data.

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