Overdrive StaffLifeWho is the best trailer dealer in North America?Overdrive sister publication Trucks, Parts, Service is seeking nominations for its Trailblazer Award, which recognizes North America's best trailer dealer operations for customer service, business success and more. Nominate your dealer here.May 14, 2025BusinessOwner-ops optimistic about freight markets despite uncertainties: SurveyA recent Bloomberg | Truckstop survey showed optimism among owner-ops and small fleets for improvements in the spot market and other areas despite economic uncertainty around tariffs and other factors. Also: While spot rates tumbled last week, fuel prices are also down; Colorado nears allowing roadside chain-assist companies.May 13, 2025Regulations8 Gorilla Fleet Safety ELDs revokedEight ELDs from Gorilla Fleet Safety have been placed on FMCSA's Revoked Devices list, and motor carriers are encouraged to discontinue their use and revert to paper logs meantime. The Gorilla company noted it self-revoked the devices as part of product portfolio updates back in December.May 12, 2025LifeFleet owner indicted in $3M fraud scheme against Amazon | HOS relief in IowaThe Connecticut-based owner allegedly registered 23 trucking companies with Amazon Logistics, many of which were fraudulent, and submitted fraudulent invoices to get paid for work he didn't do. Also: Iowa fuel haulers get HOS relief; Freightliners, Western Stars recalled; latest Highway Angel.May 12, 2025RegulationsSpeed limiter mandate: Ban introduced in SenateAfter being introduced in the House last month, a Senate version of a bill that would bar FMCSA from mandating speed limiters for trucks has been introduced. Also: Hurricane Helene cleanup biz seeks HOS exemption; custom harvesters want under-21 interstate waiver renewed.May 9, 2025Reader RigsOwner Scott Klinger's 'classic' 2019 Kenworth W900LThe Cummins-powered truck features numerous options from the factory, both inside and out. Tall rubber, too.May 9, 2025EquipmentFirst full look: Up-close with the new Mack Pioneer tractor2024 Small Fleet Champ finalist Jamie Hagen teased it as an more-aero-than-most tractor with a "pretty darn aggressive" look to it. In this video, get the full tour inside and out with Overdrive sister publication CCJ's editor, Jason Cannon.May 9, 2025LifeAnnual Mother's Day Truck Convoy rolls out SaturdayThe 36th annual Make-A-Wish Mother's Day Truck Convoy has moved to Saturday this year to promote more attendance and support. Also: Truckers for Troops campaign kicks off next week; new executive director at St. Christopher Fund; Kenworth dealer expands in Pacific NW; Pilot opens new West Texas location.May 8, 2025RegulationsEnglish proficiency enforcement, non-domiciled CDLs for foreign citizens: Take the surveyEnglish proficiency enforcement, non-domiciled CDLs for foreign citizens | Take this survey to inform Overdrive's coverage of President Donald Trump's executive order mandating English proficiency enforcement and a review of CDLs for foreign drivers working in the U.S.May 8, 2025Hours of ServiceHOS waivers in two states | Nebraska fleet's AI dispatch assist adoption, and what happened nextSince implementing AI to assist in dispatching, Grand Island Express is handling 35% more freight and saw a 13% increase in revenue per truck per week. Also: Two states waive HOS for fuel haulers; Internationals recalled for windshield wiper issue; more.May 6, 2025Page 1 of 1640Next PageTop StoriesSmall Fleet ChampCalling the best of the best: Enter Overdrive's 2025 Small Fleet ChampionshipCalling small fleets! Test your trucking mettle for a chance to take home the 2025 title belt in Overdrive's Small Fleet Championship, with entries now open. Four finalist fleets will ultimately square off in Nashville in October at event sponsor NASTC's annual conference. Fleets up to 30 trucks are eligible to compete. Enter here.Channel 19Roadcheck Day One: Weird things afoot in Whately, Mass.BusinessOwner-ops optimistic about freight markets despite uncertainties: SurveyOverdrive RadioProspects for a 'phenomenal' flatbed year: Trucker of the Month George KincaidFeatured SponsorHear better, Talk longer, Truck smarter with Dezl Trucking Headsets. Now with new built-in LED flashlight.
