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FMCSA's random drug testing rates for 2026, and more HOS-relief and other regs news
The random drug and alcohol testing rate for FMCSA-regulated workers hasn't been changed since 2020. Also: FMCSA proposes change to emergency declaration rules; certain ag-support jet fuel haulers exempt from hazmat endorsement requirement; Pilot updates app.
January 9, 2026
Trucker of the Year
Overdrive's 2026 Trucker of the Year honors: Enter your business
Nominations are open for 2026 Trucker of the Year honors! The competition recognizes acumen/innovation of owner-operators, the bedrock of the entrepreneurial spirit in trucking. If you’ve excelled through the sluggish markets of the last years, you're no doubt a worthy contender.
January 9, 2026
Business
Why short-miles pay persists for drivers, leased owners: 'Commercial convention'
A new, free commercial routing/mileage tool for small fleets and owners begs the question: Why present both a practical and short-miles option for routes? A bow to longstanding convention, sure, but visibility into the difference might hold promise long-term for more accurate miles standards in contracts, pay packages.
January 8, 2026
Business
Could U.S. action in Venezuela bring diesel prices down?
Not likely anytime soon, analysts say. The monetary and time investment to ramp up oil production in Venezuela means little near-term impacts on the global oil market. At once, experts predict good tidings for diesel prices through early 2026.
January 8, 2026
Partners in Business
POLL: Usage-based trucking insurance -- is it prime time yet?
There's some evidence usage-based trucking insurance is spreading fast, exchanging access to insured carriers' data to track usage for dynamic premium cost shifts. What's your experience with it, if any?
January 7, 2026
Regulations
DOT's non-domiciled CDL crackdown went down in flames on the Federal Register, but owner-ops love it
New analysis shows the exact opposite of the strong support Overdrive readers had for DOT's non-domiciled CDL crackdown: Nearly 9 in 10 Federal Register comments opposed the rule.
January 7, 2026
Regulations
USPS steps up vetting of non-domiciled truck drivers for contractors
USPS announced Monday that it will require its trucking contractors to phase out use of non-domiciled CDL holders that have not been thoroughly vetted by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.
January 6, 2026
Overdrive Radio
Bye-bye 2025: Hope and headwinds for freight, costs, regs in focus in Overdrive Radio
The most-listened-to episodes of the year with market touchpoints in stories whose impacts continue to materialize. Though skeptics abound, from a non-domiciled CDL purge and boosted ELP enforcement to rates impacts with negotiation tactics and owner-ops' increasing biz sophistication, near all hold potential positives for 2026.
January 5, 2026
Business
Big changes for NYC's Hunts Point | Truck driver arrest after fleeing traffic stop, Border Patrol
A $405 million redevelopment project aims to improve traffic flow, reduce emissions and reduce multi-modal conflicts at the Hunts Point Produce Market. Also: Border Patrol arrests "illegally present" Indian national truck driver for fleeing from stop; Granite Logistics brokerage acquired.
January 5, 2026
Overdrive Extra
Congress, truckers: Let's stop hee-hawing around and get to work
In D.C. this Congressional term, legislation around truckers' overtime pay, tax credits, non-domiciled CDLs and more offers promise of OTR improvement, yet current measures appear more or less stalled, pushed aside. Infrastructure legislation due in 2026 could offer opportunity to push reps across the finish line.
January 1, 2026
Business
Diesel prices down 37 cents since hitting 2025 high mark, reefer rates on holiday tear
With the ongoing six-week downswing, fuel prices are slightly lower than they were to end 2024. Also: Spot rates for vans, reefers, end the year strong; CDL skills test waiver granted to Massachusetts for Martha's Vineyard drivers; Maine police looking for 4-wheeler violations around trucks.
December 31, 2025
Business
Overdrive's top 10 trucking stories of 2025
President Trump's immigration blitz takes trucking by storm, broker transparency, CDLs canceled and ELDs cheated: These are but a few of Overdrive's top trucking stories of the year.
December 31, 2025
Hours of Service
Bill would apply ag short-haul HOS regs year-round
The bill would extend the time period for application of the ag hours exemption within 150 air-miles of origin or destination. Also: Previously-recalled Mack Granites hit with another; Idaho enforcement initiative focuses on weight, securement.
December 30, 2025
Business
$400K lobster heist a 'black eye' for broker, or a wake-up call for trucking?
Cargo thieves have their claws in the trucking industry, but after a $400,000 lobster heist, one broker seeks to turn up the heat by making national news when few others will speak up.
December 30, 2025
Hours of Service
HOS waivers in 20 states as FMCSA responds to regional emergencies
FMCSA last week either extended or launched new regional emergency declarations that, in total, cover nearly half the country.
December 29, 2025
Trucker of the Year
Kelsey, Penn, Shelly: Overdrive's 2025 Trucker of the Year finalists
Down to the wire in 2025, it's due time to celebrate what's been a year full of inspiring stories of triumph over adversity for Overdrive's Trucker of the Year contenders. Big congrats to all 10 competitors in the field, and especially this year's finalists, three independents at the top of their owner-operator business game.
December 26, 2025
Voices
POLL: Owner-ops, what's your biz outlook headed into 2026?
Get ready to turn the page on a new year -- weigh in here with your trucking business outlook for 2026.
December 25, 2025
Business
HOS regs relief in a new state | Cargo theft: Resist complacency over holidays
Cargo theft during the winter holiday period increased by approximately 82% from 2020 to 2024. Also: Nebraska heating fuel haulers join growing list of states offering HOS relief.
December 24, 2025
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