Overdrive StaffRegulationsWith growing EV adoption, car haulers call for higher weight limitsA coalition representing car haulers, manufacturers called on Congress for legislation to increase weight limits for auto transport. Also: Diesel prices drop below $4.50/gallon nationwide, as spot van/reefer rates cool to levels below five-year average.February 14, 2023Reader RigsJordan Truck Sales' 2004 Peterbilt 379X: A dealer's part-time workerThe truck is used to pick up equipment the Georgia-based dealership buys and sells. Powered by a 550-hp Cat C15 with an Eaton 18-speed, the truck has about 1.4 million miles on it today.February 14, 2023RegulationsLegislation targets catalytic converter theft | Another fuel-related HOS waiverBicameral, bipartisan legislation introduced earlier this month seeks to help cut down on rising catalytic converter theft. Also: Pipeline disruption prompts HOS waiver for fuel haulers in Nevada; Spring weight restrictions take effect in Michigan.February 13, 2023RegulationsRight to Repair legislation to cover future tech reintroduced in CongressThe legislation would ensure that, as trucks get more high-tech, truck owners and their repairer of choice maintain access to the necessary tools and data. Also: New courses covering driver mental health and personal security now available.February 10, 2023Reader RigsTim Pulli's 2006 Peterbilt 379 EXHD: A flattop tanker yankerPowered by an Acert Cat with an 18-speed, Pulli's rig pulls a 5,000-gallon 2011 Walker tanker.February 10, 2023RegulationsSenators seek to overturn recent EPA rule on heavy-duty truck emissionsSen. Deb Fischer and a group of 33 other Senators introduced legislation that would nullify EPA's December 2022 rulemaking. Also: I-80 in Wyoming whiteout-hairy; Concert for St. Christopher Fund set for April in Knoxville, Tennessee; latest Highway Angel.February 9, 2023RegulationsOne Plus ELD becomes third in two weeks to be revoked by FMCSAFMCSA continues recent ELD-revocation spree: The One Plus ELD, now known as 1 PL Logs, fails to meet minimum ELD qualifications. Also: Diesel prices flat a month into 2023; ATBS biz services discounted; convenience store chain extends DEF discount.February 8, 2023RegulationsPort truckers score win in chassis choice lawsuitA Federal Maritime Commission judge ruled ocean carriers can't legally require motor carriers to use specific chassis providers to move containers. Also: Mack, Volvo EVs recalled over fire concern; new training-assistance grant; latest Highway Angel.February 7, 2023Reader RigsKevin Goerl's 1994 Kenworth W900L: A limited-edition beautyGoerl's W9 is numbered #006 of the 1994 Limited Edition run. He's owned the truck since 2000 and has just under 3 million miles on it.February 7, 2023LifeKentucky duo face prison in freight fraud indictmentsIf convicted, two defendants face a mandatory minimum of 2 years up to 87 in prison, for an alleged conspiracy to defraud factoring companies by submitting false bills of lading, among other charges.February 6, 2023Previous PagePage 110 of 1665Next PageTop StoriesRegulationsNon-domiciled CDL drivers, advocates call for California, Pennsylvania to fight DOTCalifornia and Pennsylvania haven't been shy about fighting DOT over the rights of non-domiciled CDL holders, but that hasn't been enough for activist groups that demand change now.Custom Rigs1.8M miles and counting: Missouri owner-op's '05 W900LRegulationsFMCSA shuts down 500 'CDL mills' after wave of in-person auditsOverdrive ExtraFederation of Professional Truckers explains ELD exemption push with FMCSA, future plansOverdrive Extra1999 Freightliner Classic a 'New Testament' to power of faith, family, hard work
