Overdrive StaffBusinessLoad One CEO named new TCA Chairman | I-11 closures planned for MondayLoad One's John Elliott takes over for the 2022-23 term. Also: XPO selling intermodal business to focus on LTL, brokerage businesses; brief I-11 closures planned in Nevada Monday.March 25, 2022Reader RigsRyan Harter's 2019 Peterbilt 389He pulls a 53-foot 2019 Mac flatbed hauling specialized truck parts through the Midwest and South-Central U.S. The rig is powered by a Cummins X15 with an Eaton-Fuller 18-speed.March 25, 2022BusinessEver wanted to be able to post your truck with a rate attached? Now you canOwner-ops can now post their truck to DAT with a rate attached, and the company also has integrated FourKites for carrier visibility to freight partners. Also: ATRI seeks input on young employee utilization; Truckstop.com launching new mobile app; more.March 24, 2022BusinessFuel prices drop 11 cents after two record-setting increasesWhile still above $5/gallon nationwide, diesel prices are down 11.6 cents from last week. Also: Pilot raising money for Ukrainian humanitarian crisis; Ward Trucking driver recognized for helping save a stranded motorist.March 23, 2022BusinessButtigieg addresses TCA meeting in Las Vegas | Highway Angel of the Year namedDOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg emphasized preservation of the business of trucking as a "gateway to the middle class," singling out issues of compensation/conditions for operators. Mississippi-based Chris Lloyd crowned "Highway Angel of the Year."March 22, 2022RegulationsComment period extended for oral fluid drug testing proposalDOT is extending the comment period for its proposal to allow oral fluid drug testing by 30 days. Also: New video platform for road/cab views from Rand McNally; Howes inducts longtime truck driver into Hall of Fame.March 22, 2022Reader RigsDavid Johnson's 2004 Peterbilt 379The rig sports a 6NZ Cat marine block with an 18-speed. Johnson added a conversion kit and a drop axle and double-framed the truck.March 22, 2022RegulationsTrump-era independent contractor rule reinstated | Stevens boosting contractor compensationA Texas court ruled that the Biden DOL violated the Administrative Procedure Act when withdrawing the rule. Also: FMCSA gives operators extra time to replace two 3G ELDs; Michigan extends weight restrictions again. Stevens pay package increasing 15%.March 21, 2022Partners in BusinessUpdated Partners in Business book now availableThe interactive 2022 Partners in Business manual features loads of content offering business tips and advice for owner-operators of all experience levels.March 21, 2022RegulationsFMCSA wants female owner-ops on new advisory boardThe agency is accepting applications for its new Women of Trucking Advisory Board. Also: Comdata launches new digital lumper payment system; Howes intros VR to Hall of Fame; latest Highway Angel a story of the importance of awareness away from the road.March 18, 2022Previous PagePage 137 of 1652Next PageTop StoriesTrucker of the YearMaking a dream come true: Trucker of the Month John TreadwayTreadway always wanted to own a truck that was recognizable in his community. After years as a successful owner-operator -- today hauling flowers mostly direct for a local greenhouse -- he's made that vision a reality.LifeOne month left to enter 'Flashiest Fleets' competitionCustom RigsGuilty by Association Truck Show rolls into JoplinRegulationsDOT hopes to force 194,000 non-domiciled CDL holders out of truckingFeatured SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.
