Roadcheck 2019 is scheduled for June 4 through June 6. Commercial vehicle inspectors, Troopers, and the FMCSA from across North America will be out in force for this 3-day period. Roadcheck is sponsored by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) and is the largest targeted enforcement program on commercial vehicles in the world. On average, […]
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Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (Form 2290)
May 23, 2019It is that time of year again! If you own and use a truck weighing 55,000 lbs. or more, you must pay a Heavy Vehicle Use Tax (HVUT) to the IRS. HVUT payments are due July 1st but no later than August 31st each year. Paying after August 31st will gain you penalties and interest assessed […]
Golf Tournament Registration Open
May 14, 2019The Maine Truck PAC golf tournament will again be played at only one location this year, Natanis Golf Course Webber Pond Road in Vassalboro, on June 15, 2022. Natanis features 36 great holes of golf and will serve as an excellent host for this year’s primary fundraising event for the Truck PAC. The tournament is […]
ATA Welcomes Proposal for New Pilot Program for Non-Military Younger Drivers
May 14, 2019Arlington, Virginia — Today, the American Trucking Associations applauded the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration for taking a first step toward a new pilot program to allow non-military commercial drivers under the age of 21 to operate in interstate commerce. “ATA supports FMCSA’s efforts to expand on its current work examining younger commercial drivers,” said […]
BREAKING – Senator Collins Joins as Co-Sponsor of DRIVE-Safe Act
May 14, 2019Today, Maine Senator Susan Collins office has signed on as a co-sponsor to the DRIVE-Safe Act. Members of the MMTA discussed this important piece of legislation with her during our Call-on-Washington in April and she has been very receptive to supporting this apprenticeship program because highway safety is at the forefront of the bill. Senator […]
Trucking Executives, Transportation Experts Discuss Distracted Driving
April 15, 2019TRANSPORT TOPICS ARTICLE – CLICK HERE
The trucking industry is desperate for drivers — autonomous vehicles can help (CNBC video – 13m)
April 15, 2019Inside Maine – Senator King Podcast Talks About DRIVE-Safe Act
April 1, 2019CLICK HERE FOR AUDIO (10 minutes 14 seconds)
EASTERN PENNSYLVANIA SPOTTED LANTERNFLY QUARANTINE-TRUCK PERMITS AND TRAINING REQUIRED
March 18, 2019Trucks traveling from Eastern Pennsylvania may be required to have a permit if they have been in one of the quarantined zones due to the spread of the Spotted Lanternfly. The Spotted Lanternfly is an infectious insect that can destroy trees and agriculture. This insect has the potential to greatly impact the grape, hops and […]
New Canadian Fuel Charge Take Effect April 1, 2019
March 14, 2019Canada has passed a new Fuel Charge that is expected to be implemented April 1, 2019 for users of fossil fuels in New Brunswick, Ontario, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan. Motor Carriers that operate in those territories are required to register by April 1, 2019 with the Canadian Revenue Agency (CRA) or face a fine of $2000. […]