Overdrive StaffEquipmentMore than 120,000 Freightliner, Western Star trucks recalledDaimler Trucks North America recalled the trucks for a potential battery issue that could cause unintended engine stalls. Also: Spot market riding high with slight flatbed fall; TX trucker helps at accident scene; two fleets announce driver pay increases.July 6, 2021Reader RigsJohn Gillum's 1984 Peterbilt 359The truck is one of the last off the line from Peterbilt's California plant and was the only year for this paint scheme. Check out the original interior on this classic ride.July 6, 2021Pride & PolishLess than a week left to vote in Pride & Polish contestDozens of readers submitted photos that make up 64 entries in one or more of 7 categories: Working Bobtail, 2008 and earlier; Working Bobtail, 2019-2022; Working Combo, 2000 and earlier; Working Combo, 2001-2022; Antique; Interior; and Limited Mileage.July 5, 2021ParkingTruck parking survey: How do you access parking availability information?With a recent ATRI report out on truck parking, this brief survey looks at one of the big topics (truck parking availability information delivery systems). Take this brief survey to weigh in: How do you access such info, if at all?July 2, 2021RegulationsFive sentenced for roles in disabling emissions control devicesThey either replaced the stock exhaust systems or hollowed out the emissions components, and now they face penalties. Also: FMCSA proposing hazmat regs; Indiana hikes OS/OW fines; fleet announces driver pay increase; Yokohama tire prices going up.July 2, 2021Reader RigsAmed Guardado's 2019 International LoneStarHe had the truck, which he nicknamed "Optimus Prime," custom painted when he bought it two years ago.July 2, 2021RegulationsIndustry orgs at odds over House's passage of INVEST in America highway billThe bill passed the U.S. House on Thursday with provisions to increase motor carriers' liability insurance minimums to $2 million, a requirement for automatic emergency braking systems to be installed on new trucks and more.July 1, 2021BusinessMore staged-accident fraud guilty pleasA husband and wife were each sentenced to four years in prison, while two more people pled guilty in the staged-accident scheme in Louisiana. Also: Pilot's military discount program; TA fundraising for St. Christopher Fund.July 1, 2021EquipmentPOLL: Has parts or other supplies availability delayed a repair/service for you this year?Truck and trailer order delays have been much talked about, but what about component parts needed for repairs? With owner-ops' anecdotal reports of delays growing, have you experienced a significant service delay this year waiting on a part?July 1, 2021Overdrive Radio'Music to truck by' host in the running for Broadcaster of the Year honors“Overdrive’s Music to Truck By” host “Big Al” Weekley got a nomination nod in the International Bluegrass Music Awards program. This week on his streaming music show: An alternative top 10 trucking songs of all-time, of more recent vintage.July 1, 2021Previous PagePage 167 of 1652Next PageTop StoriesSmall Fleet ChampDiversification key to weathering down market for Hallahan TransportDiversification has been the name of the game for 10-truck step deck and milk tanker-hauler Hallahan Transport during the challenging trucking market conditions seen for the last several years. Hallahan repeats as a Small Fleet Champ semi-finalist in 2025, out of La Crosse, Wisconsin.BusinessDid DOT Secretary Duffy just kill trucking's 'driver shortage' narrative once and for all?Trucker of the YearMaking a dream come true: Trucker of the Month John TreadwayCustom RigsGuilty by Association Truck Show rolls into JoplinFeatured SponsorJBL Live Beam 3 - True wireless noise-cancelling earbuds with stick-closed design and Smart Charging Case™
