Overdrive StaffBusinessCan you refuse to drive in poor weather?With a significant winter storm expected to begin in the Ohio Valley Tuesday night and stretch into the mid-Atlantic and southern New England states as the week goes on, this story probes just what are a driver’s rights when the weather gets too bad to drive?December 14, 2020BusinessWinter storm expected to dump snow in Mid-Atlantic, NortheastMuch of the Northeast expects a major winter storm later this week to deliver as much as two feet of snow in some locations. And other news: FMCSA is proposing to remove the requirement that drivers submit annual citation reports to their employers; more than 1,200 Freightliner Cascadias recalled.December 14, 2020BusinessGet your lingering HOS questions answered next weekFMCSA is hosting an hours of service Q&A next week. And other news: Trucker Tools has partnered with a cargo insurance provider for users of the app; a trucker was recognized for helping a fellow trucker whose rig overturned in a storm.December 11, 2020Reader RigsJason Rehkopf’s 2019 Kenworth W900 heavy-duty tow truckThe truck features a 35-ton rotator and is powered by a 525-hp Cummins with an 18-speed.December 11, 2020BusinessFirst fuel cell electric Kenworths to be delivered this month to Calif. portsThe first two fuel cell electric Kenworth T680 trucks built under the Zero and Near Zero Emissions Freight Forwarding project will arrive at the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach this month. And other news: New Love’s in Texas and Florida; a trailer wrap commemorating the upcoming Army-Navy game.December 10, 2020VoicesPOLL: What aspect of a COVID relief bill should be most prioritized by Congress?Direct cash payments to taxpayers or further federal unemployment? Support for health networks and first responders to assistance to small businesses? What’s your take on the biggest priority for a COVID relief bill out of Congress?December 10, 2020BusinessPost-Thanksgiving spot freight — mixed pictures for flatbed, dry van, reeferWhile spot rates have been setting records, there are signs that pricing is beginning to soften for the first time in more than seven months. Details here.December 9, 2020BusinessTruckers spreading Christmas cheer with parades despite COVID restrictionsWhile some have been canceled due to COVID, a number of Christmas trucking parades will go on. And other news: Progressive is offering a new usage-based insurance program for small business truckers; the 2021 SuperRigs calendar is available to order; and two large fleets announced driver pay increases.December 9, 2020BusinessTeam owner-ops recognized for helping young boy after crashHusband-wife team William and Becky Gregory were named Highway Angels for rescuing/caring for a boy following a crash that killed his father. And other news: RLS Logistics’ new brokerage office. FMCSA allows brake-activated amber pulsating lights for vans. Reman-brake shoes production milestone.December 8, 2020Custom RigsRyan Mahens’ 2000 International 9400iThe rig is powered by a 12.7-liter Detroit with an Eaton 10-speed. It’s painted White Pearl and sports 8-inch stacks, custom grille, rear light bar, all LED lights, an aluminum fifth wheel, a TriPac APU and more.December 8, 2020Previous PagePage 192 of 1652Next PageTop StoriesSmall Fleet ChampTurnage & Sons strikes balance with 29-truck organic milk-haul fleetAfter growing the fleet to as many as 40 trucks, Robbie Turnage discovered that he's better suited to keep the fleet size just shy of 30 trucks to ensure all of his equipment stays maintained and his drivers and customers are all taken care of.Custom Rigs'Light it up': Restored '90s W9, million-mile Pete 389 keep milk-haul fleet rollingPartners in Business'Foreign driver capacity' hit incoming? Fleets watch, as owner-op income back on a slow risePride & PolishLast chance to enter! Show your truck with Overdrive's Pride & PolishFeatured SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.
