Lucinda CoulterBusinessOwner-operators: Master the credit gameWith some lenders warming up to owner-operators, don’t miss the chance to improve your rating and save thousands of dollars in interest payments.February 28, 2013BusinessMarketing your business, Part 1Online opportunities join old-school methods as ways for independents to build a reputation and draw clients.September 5, 2012BusinessHow to do a brake job yourselfReplacing brake linings is an essential DIY project for owner-operators to avoid problems with stopping their trucks and getting citations.April 19, 2012BusinessGreat Dane breaks ground on technology facilityGreat Dane breaks ground on a research facility for the trailer maker’s engineering and design initiatives.April 5, 2012BusinessHow to avoid irregular tire wearMake sure you’re aware of these six tips on getting the best wear from your tires, as advised by trucking radio host and Overdrive columnist Kevin Rutherford.April 5, 2012BusinessDrivetrain changes help fuel efficiencyFind out how some of the new transmission axle ratios could affect the bottom line on your mileage.March 28, 2012BusinessCascadia’s aero design proves itself on the roadSee what contributing editor Steve Sturgess has to say about his test drive of Freightliner’s Cascadia and its aerodynamic fuel economy.March 8, 2012BusinessFontaine to start Renew flatbed rebuilding programFontaine announced at the TMC Spring Meeting in Tampa, Fla., that it is leveraging its long-established military refurbishing business to offer the Renew flatbed trailer rebuilding program for owner-operators and truck fleets. Todd Anderson, Renew program vice president and general manager, says Fontaine can do just about anything necessary to turn an old, worn-out flatbed […]February 21, 2012BusinessGreat Dane announces national part, service support programGreat Dane announced at the TMC Spring Meeting in Tampa that it is dramatically expanding its existing national account program. The new AdvantEdge customer support program will provide enrolled members nationwide parts and service support from more than 100 Great Dane certified service providers as well as consolidated invoicing, upfront repair estimates and fully warranty […]February 21, 2012BusinessFox Sports to re-air truck episodeBig rig innovators will be featured on the Fox Sports Network Motorhead Garage TV show at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 29 and at 4:30 p.m. Jan. 31. The episode with hosts Sam Memmolo and Dave Bowman is one of several being re-aired. Wheel product installation and removal will be demonstrated on the show, as well as […]January 19, 2012Page 1 of 10Next PageTop StoriesBusinessHow owner-ops dodge shady brokers, ensuring freight's paid when dueMore than 500 owner-operators completed Overdrive's survey probing freight frauds and broker vetting, nonpayment issues and bond claims. Strategies to weed out bottom-dollar brokers and guard against fraudulent actors seeking "free" freight movement emerge.Pride & PolishWalcott draws 48K attendees: Full Super Truck Beauty Contest resultsBusinessBroker margins took a beating in June: DAT dataSmall Fleet ChampSmall Fleet Champ Wes Oberman harnesses AI coding, builds custom TMSRegulations$75K for your authority? Underground MC number sales network uncovered
