Overdrive StaffBusinessDiesel prices level out to end January | I-17 closure in the offingAfter a surge in prices to begin 2025, diesel's national average settled during the last two weeks of January at $3.66 a gallon. Also: Rates following typical late-January pattern; I-17 closure upcoming in Phoenix this weekend.February 4, 2025RegulationsOregon adoption of CARB clean trucks rule under fireA bill making its way through the state legislature would delay the Advanced Clean Trucks rule, adopted from California, until 2027. Also: Severe-duty Macks recalled; Pilot raising money for American Heart Association in February.February 3, 2025BusinessTrump's tariffs aimed at Chinese, Mexican, Canadian importsHow might a bona fide "trade war" impact domestic freight? This and other questions swirled after news of tariffs going into effect Tuesday, February 4. "No leader wants to be seen as weak," noted one analyst, predicting likely further escalation.February 2, 2025RegulationsAnti-fraud, CDL-testing bills both back in CongressOne bill introduced in both House and Senate would restore FMCSA's authority to assess civil penalties against unauthorized brokers and other fraudulent entities, and more. Another, intro'd in the Senate, would streamline CDL testing.January 31, 2025Reader RigsNew Jersey produce hauler's flattop 2017 Peterbilt 389 company rigR.J. Ferrari driver Vito Mangiaracina hauls produce with the truck and reefer trailer from Florida to Boston.January 31, 2025LifeNew Orleans staged accidents: Guilty plea for murder charge, moreThe individual pleaded guilty to conspiracy, wire fraud and causing death through the use of a firearm. Also: Tony Justice set to headline MATS concert; wireless electric truck charging coming to Port of Long Beach.January 30, 2025LifeUnconscious pickup driver trapped, on fire himself: This trucker's role in his rescuePenske driver William Mitchell named Highway Angel after helping the driver, trapped under his burning vehicle following a crash. Also: Big meth seizure at border; Texas Trucking Association partners to launch new anti-trafficking campaign.January 29, 2025LifeTruck drivers, carrier owners charged as part of $200M counterfeit goods-smuggling ringNine individuals were charged with conspiracy, smuggling and breaking customs seals for their roles in smuggling hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of counterfeit and other illegal goods from China into the U.S.January 29, 2025BusinessTax changes to consider before April 15 | FMCSA hours waivers extended regionallyATBS has compiled a list of tax updates for owner-operators to consider when filing their 2024 taxes. Also: FMCSA extends regional fuel emergency; Arizona implements truck parking availability signs near I-10 rest areas.January 28, 2025EquipmentPOLL: How common are carrier lease-purchase programs?With a federal task force recommending an end to the practice of motor carriers and/or affiliates inking lease-purchase agreements with prospective truck owners, what if any has been your experience with a carrier's lease-purchase? Weigh in here.January 28, 2025Previous PagePage 19 of 1649Next PageTop StoriesRegulationsNew Mexico releases video of Harjinder Singh passing an inspection in EnglishHarjinder Singh, the driver in the triple-fatal Florida turnpike crash, successfully passed an inspection in English in New Mexico, body cam footage reveals.Trucker of the YearCarving a niche in fresh meat, multistop delivery: Trucker of the MonthRegulationsDOT threatens funding for California, Washington, New Mexico over lax ELP enforcementRegulationsCalifornia’s ‘smog check’ for out-of-state trucks: EPA proposes to disapproveFeatured SponsorJBL Live Beam 3 - True wireless noise-cancelling earbuds with stick-closed design and Smart Charging Case™
