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‘Contactless’ load and unload on the rise, but far from universal for owner-operators
It's far from universal for owner-operators, yet replacement of paper BOLs with electronic versions has hit trucking mainstream thanks to COVID-19.
December 10, 2020
Business
No Turning Back: New era for direct freight
Contract innovations are emerging due to COVID-19 economic turmoil and are translating to long-term opportunities for the smallest truckers. More on Overdrive.
November 18, 2020
Voices
POLL: Direct freight, minus the broker — is it a reality (or a goal) for your business?
Independents, is direct shipper contracting a reality for your business today? An aspiration? Or do you work through one or more brokers and like it that way? Weigh in here.
November 9, 2020
Voices
POLL: Independents, how would you describe your principal freight sources — shippers, brokers, a mix?
For the independents/small fleet owners with authority among you: Are you working with one or more shippers/customers, a mix of brokers, a single broker? Weigh in via this poll.
November 2, 2020
Overdrive Radio
Sell service, haul value, build relationships — words to the wise, from a longtime independent
Owner-operator Artie Daniel built his business selling service to the customer, whether broker or shipper, for long-lasting connection. More in Overdrive Radio.
October 23, 2020
Small Fleet Champ
JDT grows to accommodate top-notch drivers, doubles down to survive pandemic
JDT started as a one-truck operation and, detailed here, has grown to a fleet of 27, re-emphasizing its existing customer base relationships through COVID-19.
July 14, 2020
Business
Sharing risk: Load factoring offers strategic value amid economic contraction
In the current economic environment, factoring companies can be more valuable partners than usual for risk management. Read more here on Overdrive.
June 15, 2020
Overdrive Extra
A ‘dating app’ for truckers to connect with shippers — and other tech potentially buoyed by virus effects
From no-broker freight to contactless solutions for shippers and carriers, find out how the coronavirus has spurred technology development for truck drivers.
June 4, 2020
Overdrive Radio
D.C. protests, broker transparency, hours changes and more with independent Bryan Hutchens
From D.C. demonstrators to hours of service changes, owner-operator Bryan Hutchens voices his opinions about it all on this edition of Overdrive Radio.
May 15, 2020
Business
Low rates in troubled spot market prompt protest, letter writing campaign
Some small fleets and owner-operators are writing to the attorneys general and state governors urging action on "reverse price gouging" as frustrations grow.
April 21, 2020
Channel 19
What’s changed at the docks? Virtually ‘everything’
Truckers sound off on the good, the bad and the completely frustrating new protocols instituted by shippers and receivers. Details on Overdrive.
April 14, 2020
Voices
POLL: What’s changed at open shippers/receivers as the COVID-19 coronavirus has spread?
What’s changed fundamentally at shippers/receivers you service in your trucking operation these past few weeks? Reports have been mixed, with access to restrooms and greater distancing between facility staff and drivers common, but what’s been most noticeable for you? Weigh in here.
April 8, 2020
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