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Tracknstop company enables remote truck stopping in the event of theft or malicious use
The Tracknstop device helps combat cargo theft by cutting off the fuel supply to the engine, effectively, bringing the truck to a stop.
June 11, 2018
Business
Terrorist truck attacks spur attention to AEB systems around the world
Australia is reportedly moving toward mandating AEB for all new heavy trucks, following Europe’s lead, after automatic braking prevented further loss of life in last year’s truck attack at a Christmas market in Berlin.
June 28, 2017
Voices
Berlin/Nice-style terrorist attack likely in U.S., readers say
8 in 10 Overdrive readers believe such an attack is at least somewhat likely, lending new importance to personal security/safety measures on the road.
February 15, 2017
Voices
POLL: Berlin- or Nice-style terrorist attack involving a heavy truck — likely in U.S. or not?
In the wake of last year’s Berlin and Nice attacks in Europe, how likely do you feel terrorist attacks involving trucks are here in the U.S.?
January 4, 2017
Voices
POLL: Should the U.S. restrict gun purchases to combat ‘soft-target’ terrorism?
UPDATED to fix poll module — if you voted before Tuesday noon CST, please re-vote: In the wake of the San Bernardino, Calif., killings, President Obama offered some new gun-control measures as a part of the solution to problem of soft-target terror. Should such measures fit into broader strategy or not?
December 8, 2015
Voices
Drone use: Effective terrorism deterrent or slippery slope?
Half of Overdrive readers prefer more clear limitations of pilot-less aircraft’s use in combat operations.
September 22, 2013
Voices
Drones: How do you view their use in combat operations?
As pundits debate the growing use of drones in countries that are at least ostensible U.S. allies — Yemen, Pakistan — this poll ask for your view of drone use all told by the United States military and/or CIA.
August 30, 2013
Voices
Trials for terrorism
A majority of readers continue to favor military tribunals as the most appropriate venues for trying terrorism suspects.
May 24, 2013
Voices
Poll: What is the best venue for trying terrorism suspects?
In the wake of the Boston Marathon bombings, where do you stand on whether to try the suspects, and others accused of terrorism, in U.S. courts or military commissions?
May 17, 2013
Channel 19
Remembering 9/11 as anniversary approaches: A trucker’s story from ground zero
This month’s issue of Truckers News commemorates the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks with a look at how the trucking business has changed as a result of the disaster. The areas impacted largely include load security and driver background scrutiny, but also camaraderie, drivers looking out for one another, pay, and other factors. A […]
September 9, 2011
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