Overdrive StaffRegulationsNew bill would grease skids for under-21 drivers to work portsCurrent federal law considers freight hauled from ports to another location in the same state as interstate commerce. Also: Michigan-based driver killed by set of runaway duals; new Women in Trucking leadership.January 20, 2023Reader RigsJohn Jaikes' 1999 Kenworth W900LJaikes has done all the installation of the 624 lights on the truck and trailer and custom made the stainless, which is featured throughout.January 20, 2023RegulationsColorado refinery shutdown prompts eight-state hours of service waiverDrivers hauling gas, diesel and jet fuel in eight states are temporarily exempt from the 11-hour drive maximum. Also: Convoy intros instant bid responses in load board app; U.S. 95 closing in Vegas tonight; Highway Angel of the Year voting now open.January 19, 2023Partners in BusinessHow to make the bid for direct customers as an independentIn any move to secure a contract with a shipper, make sure you can answer this question: Why you?January 18, 2023RegulationsAnother trucker's HOS exemption request deniedFMCSA announced the denial of a waiver for an individual trucker from five provisions of the hours of service regs. Also: Mack unveils refreshed Granite model; parking, food options to remain at West Virginia Turnpike service plazas during renovations.January 18, 2023LifeRegistration opens for 2023 Mother’s Day ConvoyThe convoy is the largest fundraiser for the Make-A-Wish Philadelphia, Delaware & Susquehanna Valley chapter. Last year, the convoy raised upwards of $500,000. The goal for this year is $700,000.January 17, 2023RegulationsFormer FMCSA investigator pleads guilty to extortionThe former border investigator admitted to accepting a payment in exchange for not reporting a carrier's safety violations. Also: Used truck sales tick up amid downward pricing pressure to close 2022; TA plans to open 20 locations in 2023.January 17, 2023BusinessPOLL: What's your credit score?Owner-operators, have you been keeping track of your credit score? When it comes time to borrow, of course, it's a significant piece of information any lender looks at to determine loan terms, and whether it can lend to you. Weigh in via this poll...January 17, 2023Reader RigsKeith Ridenour's 2006 Peterbilt 379The rig, powered by a Cat C15 with an 18-speed, is coupled with a 2023 Wilson.January 17, 2023LifeIndiana police find 22 pounds of cocaine in sleeper during inspectionIndiana State Police detected criminal indicators while interacting with the driver, which led to a canine search of the truck. Also: Michigan shop becomes full-service Utility Trailer dealer; electric truck growth the focus of next Run on Less campaign.January 16, 2023Previous PagePage 113 of 1665Next PageTop StoriesBusiness'Great news for spot rates'? Supreme Court rules against Trump emergency tariffsThe court's ruling sets up potential for a "flood of goods out of bonded warehouses and foreign trade zones into the 'consumption channel'" with some further court action, according to one analyst. At once, the president claimed most tariffs would remain in one form or another. Details on the ruling here.RegulationsNon-domiciled CDL drivers, advocates call for California, Pennsylvania to fight DOTCustom 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 plans
