Overdrive StaffHours of ServiceFMCSA extends COVID-19 hours of service waiver a shorter-than-usual 45 daysThe reduced extension period -- half of the typical 90 days -- might signal a move toward the waiver's end, yet an FMCSA spokesperson noted ongoing evaluation on a "case by case" basis when it comes to regs relief.August 31, 2022RegulationsPort of Oakland wins case for injunction barring future trucker protestsThe injunction aims to prevent protests that intend to block or impede access to or from the port. Also: Thieves targeting truck ECMs, expected to increase activity around Labor Day weekend.August 31, 2022BusinessThieves targeting ECMs, cargo: Take extra precautions heading into Labor Day weekendCargo theft recording firm CargoNet is warning trucking companies that thieves across the country have been targeting expensive and hard-to-find truck electronic control modules, which can make trucks undriveable. Increased activity expected.August 31, 2022Reader RigsDale Radcliff's 2001 Peterbilt 379When he bought the truck, it was black with a 70-inch sleeper. He converted the sleeper to a 63-inch Unibilt flat top unit and repainted the rig violet and white.August 30, 2022BusinessWith spot market flat, diesel prices surge back above $5/gal national averageFuel prices were up during the week ending Aug. 29, but the Midwest region -- home to the temporarily-shut-down BP Whiting refinery -- jumped highest during the week; spot rates showed little movement. Also: New mid-duty body-builder resource available.August 30, 2022EquipmentKenworth's new medium-duty body-builder manual availableThe 2022 manual features a new format with click-to-go links to speed spec’ing choices. Nine sections in addition to the introduction offer details on the variety of specs available. More details here.August 30, 2022RegulationsKentucky emergency relief hours waiver extended through SeptemberThe declaration exempts carriers and drivers hauling direct relief to severe weather and flooding in the state from maximum driving time limits. Also: FMCSA names female trucking advisory board members; latest Highway Angel helps injured motorcyclist.August 29, 2022ParkingTrucking group fires back after NYC cracks down on illegal truck parking with boots, tickets and towsThe Trucking Association of New York argues that instead of booting and towing trucks, the city should work to create more truck parking. Also: Florida DOT testing new lane closure alert system; new Love's in Washington state.August 26, 2022Reader RigsJason Matthews' 1998 Peterbilt 379EXHDThe Cat-powered rig is used to move cattle in the Midwest with a 2004 Wilson livestock trailer.August 26, 2022ParkingTexas DOT wants parking, other feedback on I-10 corridor to prioritize projectsThe state is conducting a study to determine how to address the needs of the interstate through Texas. Also: Lane Keeping Assist now an option on Kenworth T680, T880, W990 models; Love's launches Children's Miracle Network campaign Friday.August 25, 2022Previous PagePage 119 of 1652Next PageTop StoriesCustom RigsGuilty by Association Truck Show rolls into JoplinOne of the trucking industry's biggest events, the biennial GBATS at 4 State Trucks in Joplin, Missouri, is officially under way at Exit 4 off I-44. Scenes from the show here with some standout trucks from the show's first day.RegulationsDOT hopes to force 194,000 non-domiciled CDL holders out of truckingRegulationsCalifornia defies DOT's 30-day deadline for ELP enforcement, faces $30M funding lossCustom RigsCustom 2005 Peterbilt 379 a trucker's surprise, with intricate hand-pinstripingFeatured SponsorJBL Live Beam 3 - True wireless noise-cancelling earbuds with stick-closed design and Smart Charging Case™
