Overdrive StaffBusinessFirst-quarter cargo theft mostly flat year-over-year, firm reportsCalifornia, Texas and Florida saw the most cargo theft activity in the first quarter of 2021, according to theft recording firm CargoNet. Also: Mack will soon accept submissions for its 2022 calendar; more.April 28, 2021RegulationsSenate Republicans' highways counter-proposal | OATS show canceledThe Republicans' response to Biden's infrastructure proposal includes $299 billion allocated for roads and bridges. Also: OATS truck show canceled; FedEx Freight driver named Women in Trucking Driver of the Year; recalls from Daimler, Paccar, more.April 27, 2021Reader RigsColeman Kelts' 1987 Peterbilt 359Kelts bought the truck, "June," from his father in 2013 and worked to fix it to keep it running. It's powered by a 425-hp Cat with a 15-speed overdrive and 3:90 rears.April 27, 2021EquipmentTires and brakes -- steps for preparing for Roadcheck inspections next weekThe Bendix company outlined brake inspection priorities as well as tire maintenance tips ahead of Roadcheck May 4-6. And other news: Latest Highway Angel, Quebec mid-size fleet acquires another, TMS provider offers enhancements.April 26, 2021Reader RigsSal Gabriele's 1993 Peterbilt 379The rig is powered by a 425-hp Cat 3406B with 3:90 rears and has over 1 million miles on it.April 23, 2021BusinessIRS meals deductions change doesn't apply to truckers' per diemATBS clarifies deductibility of per diem in light of recent IRS meals shift. Love's companies and Cargill's new 50/50 joint venture to produce and market renewable diesel. Driver recognized as Highway Angel for helping locate missing elderly man.April 22, 2021ParkingOOIDA petitions Buttigieg to address parking shortageA letter from OOIDA to DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg urges the Biden Administration to allocate funds to address the truck parking shortage in the Administration's infrastructure legislation.April 21, 2021RegulationsFMCSA petitions to delay implementation of electronic med cert rule until 2025The agency says it needs more time to develop certain IT systems for the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners before the rule takes effect. Also: Kinedyne offering cargo securement tips ahead of Roadcheck; rates round-ups for last two weeks.April 20, 2021Reader RigsJD Woynorowski's rat rod built over 11 yearsThe truck features parts from other vehicles from the 1950s, 1980s and 1990s. He uses the rat rod to have fun in, including taking it to vintage car and tractor shows for kids to see.April 20, 2021BusinessVolvo workers go on strike; IRS increases meal deductionUnion employees at Volvo Trucks' New River Valley assembly plant went on strike Saturday. Also: The IRS is temporarily increasing the amount businesses can claim for their food or beverage expenses paid to restaurants; TA Citizen Driver winners; more.April 19, 2021Previous PagePage 176 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™
