Overdrive StaffEquipmentRecalls issued for certain International, Peterbilt trucksMore than 1,700 International trucks and just over a dozen Peterbilt tractors are being recalled. Also: COVID vaccines available Wed. at Joplin 44; Pilot giving away fuel, other deals throughout summer; Eaton expands clutches for down-sped/-sized engines.May 24, 2021RegulationsPOLL: How does your alcohol/drug testing consortium contact you to schedule random tests?Rules require randoms to be "unannounced," which means testing service providers serving owner-operators in a consortium's pool have the ability to deem lack of response a "refusal" of a test. Time is of the essence when making contact/scheduling.May 24, 2021BusinessSignificant increases to traffic, cargo theft activity expected for Memorial DayCargo theft recording firm CargoNet expects a "significant threat" to freight transportation over the holiday weekend, while AAA anticipates 52% more auto traffic compared to a year ago. Also: North Carolina testing in-cab alerts system.May 21, 2021Reader RigsLorne Ross' 2020 Mack AnthemThe rig is powered by a 455-hp Mack MP8 with a 12-speed Mack mDrive.May 21, 2021RegulationsTrucker caught with large shipment of meth at borderCBP officers found nearly 2,500 pounds of methamphetamines hidden in a shipment of medical supplies. Also: Concerts announced for July's Walcott Truckers Jamboree.May 20, 2021RegulationsBrake Safety Week dates announcedCVSA's annual brakes-focused enforcement blitz will be held in late August. Also: NASTC Driver of the Year Team nominations open; spot metrics holding at high levels; truck driving championships going virtual this year.May 19, 2021EquipmentFuel prices surge to highest national average in 2.5 yearsA nearly 8-cent increase during the last week in the Lower Atlantic region, which was most impacted by the Colonial Pipeline shutdown, drove fuel prices up nationwide. Also: Expedite Expo seminars announced; I-17 lane closures this weekend near Phoenix.May 18, 2021Reader RigsPaul Yoder's 2015 Kenworth T660The truck features an 86-inch Studio Sleeper with a microwave, fridge, Keurig, TV, toilet, a 2000-watt sine wave inverter, Espar heater and a ThermoKing APU.May 18, 2021BusinessI-40 bridge closure costly for trucking industryEstimated daily cost to trucking of the closure of the I-40 bridge over the Mississippi River that connects Tennessee and Arkansas. Also: Recall includes nearly 10K Freightliner, Western Star trucks; parts expansion in the Northeast for this dealer.May 17, 2021BusinessBrokers want more safety ratings, data | Freight market 'strongest ever'FTR's Trucking Conditions Index for March hit a record high – a good sign for carriers – surpassing the previous record set in October 2020. TIA is backing legislation that would require DOT to enact a Safety Fitness Determination for carriers.May 14, 2021Previous PagePage 173 of 1652Next PageTop StoriesPartners in Business'Foreign driver capacity' hit incoming? Fleets watch, as owner-op income back on a slow riseMany around trucking hope for a "catalyzing event" delivering demand improvement, increased freight volumes, better rates. For most owner-operators who've weathered the storm, income is on a slowly rising track the last year and a half, and wider market conditions are setting up for stability, if not guaranteed improvement.Pride & PolishLast chance to enter! Show your truck with Overdrive's Pride & PolishSmall Fleet ChampDiversification key to weathering down market for Hallahan TransportBusinessDid DOT Secretary Duffy just kill trucking's 'driver shortage' narrative once and for all?Featured SponsorJBL Live Beam 3 - True wireless noise-cancelling earbuds with stick-closed design and Smart Charging Case™
