Overdrive StaffRegulationsFMCSA takes first step to start under-21 apprenticeship pilot programThe agency is requesting the White House grant "emergency approval" of an information collection request regarding an under-21 apprenticeship program. Also: DOD HHG contract awarded to KBR-led joint venture; MATS is back in late March; more.January 7, 2022Reader RigsDouglas Schmincke's 2022 Peterbilt 389The truck is powered by a Cummins X15 with an 18-speed. It features painted tanks and penny lights. Schmincke uses the rig to haul flatbed freight.January 7, 2022Electronic Logging DevicesStudy: Trucking accidents increased after ELD mandateNewly published Univ. of Arkansas study found that the ELD mandate correlated with an increase in both accidents and in recorded unsafe driving incidents, specifically speeding.January 6, 2022LifeA new terrestrial-radio venue for 'Overdrive's Music to Truck By'This week, the Friday, 10 a.m., "Overdrive's Music to Truck By" radio show with host "Big Al" Weekley picks up a terrestrial radio partner in WDIC, whose owner here tells the story of his own trucking past, from 1977 to selling his small fleet in 2006.January 6, 2022BusinessDiesel prices dip heading into 2022 | More acquisitions in factoring, logistics spaceFuel prices dropped 12 cents over the last seven weeks of 2021 to $3.613/gallon. Also: TBS factoring acquires FCS; Wilson Logistics sells off western division to furniture retailer; Operator recognized as Highway Angel for helping fellow trucker.January 5, 2022BusinessSchneider acquires 900-truck Midwest Logistics Systems | Spot rates close 2021 at record highsMLS will continue to operate independently under its own name following the acquisition. Also: Spot rates close out 2021 at record highs; CAT Scale celebrating 45th anniversary with Ford Raptor sweepstakes; Yokohama raising tire prices next month.January 4, 2022Reader RigsKent Drury's 2009 Peterbilt 389The rig sports a 600-hp Cat and is coupled with a 2021 Utility dry van.January 4, 2022EquipmentAutomated truck makes 80-mile run in ArizonaAutonomous truck tech developer TuSimple says it completed an 80-mile trip with a Class 8 truck "without a human in the vehicle and without human intervention." Also: Truck parking info signs added on Indiana Toll Road; Arizona boosting truck enforcement.January 3, 2022VoicesPOLL: Post-crash litigation -- have you or your business been a target?Whether or not you or the company you lease to or drive for has been a defendant in post-crash civil litigation, on the rise in recent years, take a moment to weigh in on the subject of lawsuits -- and threats that lead to post-crash settlements.January 3, 2022Reader RigsCarl Womack's 2022 Peterbilt 389The rig, nicknamed "Lemonade 2.0," features a 605-hp Cummins X15 with an 18-speed and 3:08 rears.December 31, 2021Previous PagePage 146 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 SponsorBlueParrott S650-XT Bluetooth Headset
