EOBR debated over driver harassment
The harassment issue may be the key consideration for the FMCSA, which aims to devise a rule that mandates electronic logging devices.02.08.12
| FMCSA ordered U & D Service to immediately shut down after discovering the company was using drivers who did not possess valid ...
02.07.12
| Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks were using the same brake component that affected production of Navistar and Volvo Group trucks. 02.07.12
| The reopened lane of I-40 West is near the Tennessee-North Carolina border. 02.07.12
| The Peterbilt 587 SmartWay conventional tractor won in the heavy-duty division. Equipment News
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Normal intervals for fluid changes
July 29, 2011
We’re going to start sharing this Overdrive Extra space with John’s advice to readers who have equipment questions.
Truck parts website opens
April 11, 2011
Finditparts.com, a new site for online buying heavy duty, medium duty and light duty truck parts, is now available, the company announced.
Hotel locator for drivers
February 25, 2011
Hotels4Truckers.com has details on hotels and other lodging that accommodate truckers.
Air purifier
February 9, 2011
The Auto AirTamer air purifier uses electrostatic purification technology to create cleaner air by producing negative ions that force airborne pollutants away silently and without filters. The device plugs into ...
Interior and dome LEDs
January 23, 2011
The new safety lighting line from Peterson lighting includes two dome lights and two interior lights.
Form-a-funnel
January 22, 2011
The Form-A-Funnel Draining Tool is a flexible tool designed to guide oil from large vehicles into oil drains for easier clean up.
CPAP alternative
January 20, 2011
Transcend, a continuous positive airway pressure machine, is smaller and lighter than the traditional sleep apnea remedy CPAP machine.
AGM starting battery
January 19, 2011
The TransPower ST1000is a heavy-duty starting battery that has cranking power of 1,000 cold cranking amps.
End bushing
January 18, 2011
The Rotating Bar Pin End Bushing was designed for ease in installation, the company says, as the installer needs to pay no special attention to the bar pin angle when ...
Fast flow oil
January 18, 2011
Elixion engine oil is a low-viscosity SAE 5W-30 oil that helps protect against cold temperatures and works toward meeting 2014 efficiency and emissions standards.
