Overdrive StaffBusinessNews roundup, Jan. 16: Senators call for more truck info on phone GPS apps; new standard coating from suspension maker; on-truck vid system integrates third-party telematicsThree senators from the Northeast called on tech companies to add more truck-specific info to GPS apps. Bendix adds Geotab as an integral telematics partner in on-highway “SafetyDirect” vid system. Reyco Granning’s phasing in new coating in suspension products to improve corrosion resistance, as well as resist chipping, scratching and gravel damage.January 16, 2020BusinessRates fall back a bit for vans, though volumes rebounded from prior weekVan freight volume typically retreats in January, but that’s not been the case thus far. The national average load-to-truck ratio for van equipment was 3.2, edging down from the previous week but still favoring carriers—for now. And: A 2014 and 2018 January reefer-rate dynamic that could bode well for the year if trend thus far continues…January 16, 2020BusinessDriver recognized for helping young woman whose car caught fireRobert Digrazia was on his way to pick up freight in Bradenton, Florida, when he saw a car stopped in the road with small flames coming from under the driver’s door. He pulled up next to the car and saw the driver, a young woman possibly in her late teens, was still inside.January 16, 2020BusinessNews roundup, Jan. 15: Nevada-based driver effectively shut down; FMCSA exploring new crash causation study; new TA Express in TexasFMCSA has effectively shut down a Nevada-based owner-operator following alcohol- and safety-related violations. The agency is also exploring a new study into causes of large truck crashes. TA opened a new TA Express in Kilgore, Texas. Pilot Flying J is testing CVS Health kiosks at 50 travel centers.January 15, 2020BusinessNews roundup, Jan. 14: FMCSA grants waiver for mirrorless camera systems; I-59/20 bridges in Birmingham set to reopenThe I-59/20 bridges in downtown Birmingham, Alabama, are set to reopen on or before Jan. 21. Louisiana DOTD crews will begin a year-long construction project on the I-20 bridge over the Mississippi River near Vicksburg on Jan. 20.January 14, 2020BusinessCanadian trucker named Highway Angel for assisting motorist who hit downed treeAround 3:30 a.m. on Aug. 18, Zeeb was driving home from Sicamous, British Columbia, when he came around a blind curve and saw a car had run into a fallen tree lying across the road.January 14, 2020Custom RigsSteph Lessard’s 2015 Western Star 4900The rig is powered by a 550-hp Detroit DD16 with an 18-speed and 46,000-pound rears. It also features a pneumatic blower. She currently hauls frac sand for CO3 Energy out of Medicine Hat, Alberta.January 14, 2020BusinessNews roundup, Jan. 13: Fleetcor, Comdata parent company, disputes FTC allegations; NFI acquires G&P TruckingThe FTC alleges that FleetCor falsely told customers they would save money by using their fuel cards, be protected from unauthorized charges, and have no set-up, transaction or membership fees. G&P Trucking’s broker and motor carrier arms both are now part of NFI through acquisition.January 13, 2020Pride & PolishPride & Polish flashback: Top OEM Sleeper interiors from GATS 2019Three Peterbilt 389s show off inner beautyJanuary 12, 2020Custom Rigs’95 W9 with unique take on stainlessRace car trailer converted to RV-style living spaceJanuary 10, 2020Previous PagePage 259 of 1653Next PageTop StoriesRegulationsRoadcheck results: 10K vehicles, 3K drivers sidelined for OOS violationsDuring the 72-hour International Roadcheck inspection blitz in May, inspectors found more than 81% of trucks and 94% of drivers had no out-of-service violations. Brakes, hours of service, no-CDL among top violation categories.EquipmentPresident Trump updates timeline for heavy-duty truck tariffs, adds medium-duty trucksOverdrive ExtraLast cafe for 1,200 miles -- Lyman, Wyoming: ReportSmall Fleet ChampTurnage, TFX, Oberman, Clifford Hay advance to Small Fleet Champ final roundFeatured SponsorJBL Live Beam 3 - True wireless noise-cancelling earbuds with stick-closed design and Smart Charging Case™
