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The group claims that FHWA ran afoul of its authority by blocking the funds, which were approved by Congress as part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

The Oregon Transportation Commission recently approved the Enhance Highway Discretionary Program, which is meant to specifically address congestion and freight mobility issues.

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.