Traffic death rate drops to record low
The number of traffic fatalities for 2009 are projected to reach the lowest level since 1954.03.11.10
| A Colorado state senate bill would require heavy trucks to stay in the right lane on steep grades. 03.11.10
| The Colorado Department of Transportation has given no estimate when any of the roadway will reopen to traffic. 03.10.10
| The $28 million program is designed to encourage owners of pre-1994 drayage trucks that regularly serve the port to buy newer vehicles. 03.10.10
| Tennessee truck owners are eligible to apply for up to $4,000 in grant rebates. Feature
Wake up call
March 1, 2010
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is expected soon to raise the bar on screening and treatment for obstructive sleep apnea.
Tire rotation
March 1, 2010
Even when alignment is up to snuff, tires do wear unevenly. Add the tendency for parts to wear and get out of alignment, and tire rotation begins to make sense.
Feature Article: New tools help power CSA 2010
March 1, 2010
Although Comprehensive Safety Analysis 2010 on its own represents a major advance in enforcing federal motor carrier safety regulations, a couple of new information tools add teeth to the process.
Feature Article: Feeling the heat
March 1, 2010
As the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Comprehensive Safety Analysis 2010 program goes live nationwide in July, it will increase the agency’s attention to owner-operator safety.
Road poll: The good, the bad, the better
February 1, 2010
Familiar freeways top the rankings of best, worst and most improved roads in Overdrive survey
Custom pay
February 1, 2010
More carriers are using location, length of haul and other factors to diversify owner-operator compensation packages.
Trucker of the Year 2010
February 1, 2010
A former cowhand, U.S. Marine, policeman and firefighter, Prime’s Mike “Mustang” Crawford tames the open road, coaches new drivers and helps his wife care for critters on their Missouri ranch.
Feature Article: Beyond the Rate
January 1, 2010
Many owner-operators at times depend on brokers, yet brokers appear to hold the upper hand when negotiating loads and rates.
Owner-Operator Almanac 2010
January 1, 2010
The Overdrive 2010 Owner-Operator Almanac offers maintenance tips and schedules, important dates and useful information to keep you ahead of the curve on what it takes to run a successful owner-operator business.
Feature article: Watch your weight
January 1, 2010
Knowing how to distribute your cargo when loading will help you maximize payload and keep you running legal.


