Oregon News Updates
VTNA, Mack Retain Oregon Diesel Truck Sales Restrictions
Volvo and Mack continue to restrict new diesel truck sales in Oregon despite recent uncertainty over reporting requirements for zero-emission vehicle sales being resolved.
DTNA to Restart Diesel Truck Sales in Oregon
Daimler Truck North America will resume taking orders for diesel trucks and buses in Oregon after halting sales in late December, the company said Jan. 13.
DTNA Halts New Diesel Truck Sales in Oregon
One truck manufacturer has stopped taking orders for new diesel-powered trucks and buses in Oregon and two more are limiting sales there as a result of the state’s implementation of certain laws.
Portland Port Asks Oregon for $10M to Save Container Service
Facing a $14 million shortfall, the Port of Portland is asking Oregon legislators for a $10 million injection this year to avoid ending container service at Terminal 6.
Oregon Trucking Association Sues State Over Excess Taxation
Three trucking companies joined the Oregon Trucking Association in suing the state, saying heavy trucks in the state are paying too much in state weight-mile taxes.
Oregon Trucking Stakeholders Sue State Over Road Taxes
The Oregon Trucking Association, along with three trucking firms, has sued the state and its top politicians, alleging that truckers have been charged more than their share of road taxes.
Oregon Alerts Portland-Area Truckers About Diesel Retrofit Law
Oregon officials are reminding some owners of medium- and heavy-duty trucks using engines made in 1996 or older to get a diesel retrofit by Jan. 1.
Oregon Transportation Commission Approves Program to Address Freight Issues
The Oregon Transportation Commission recently approved the Enhance Highway Discretionary Program, which is meant to specifically address congestion and freight mobility issues.
Oregon DOT Surveys Drivers Ahead of Local Road Usage Pilot
The Oregon Department of Transportation is in the process of determining whether interested Portland-area drivers are eligible to participate in a road usage pilot program.
Oregon Commission Approves $2.2 Billion for Transportation Improvement Program
The Oregon Transportation Commission approved an initial plan to invest approximately $2.2 billion in future projects through the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program.