Overdrive StaffLifeFormer truck driver guilty of SS, food-stamp fraud | AI lift for a usage-based trucking insurerThe former driver pleaded guilty to charges of fraud related to a scheme to obtain Social Security, unemployment and food stamp benefits. Also: New avenue to usage-based insurance; former HHG moving company employees ordered to pay restitution for fraud.March 13, 2025RegulationsHours relief extended for live chicken haulers | Split speeds in New Mexico?FMCSA has extended a regional emergency declaration allowing more flexible hours of service rules for drivers hauling live chickens from areas affected by bird flu to unaffected areas. Also: New Mexico eyes lower speed limit for trucks; more.March 12, 2025RegulationsTrucking company, WSTA among petitioners to overturn EPA waiverPennsylvania-based H.R. Ewell and the Western States Trucking Association are among petitioners seeking to overturn the EPA's waiver for CARB's Omnibus Low-NOx rule. Also: NYC looks to expand weigh-in-motion use; Orange EV expands warranty.March 11, 2025Reader RigsKenworth C500 works the oil fieldsThat's not a sleeper on the back of the cab of this KW C500, but a massive triplex pump used in off-road oil-field applications.March 10, 2025RegulationsFMCSA provisionally renews HOS relief for railroad-support companiesThe companies have been allowed to operate under an hours of service waiver when responding to "unplanned events" that occur outside of or beyond normal work hours. Also: Women in Trucking's Driver of the Year finalists.March 10, 2025BusinessK&J Trucking repeats as top overall 'Best Fleet'CarriersEdge named mostly owner-operator K&J Trucking a top overall Best Fleet to Drive For in the small fleet category for the second year in a row. Decker Truck Line was the top large fleet. Also: Alabama-based dry bulk carrier acquired by KAG.March 7, 2025RegulationsTrucker overtime pay legislation revived | Missouri bills take on predatory towingMissouri lawmakers are considering a crackdown on predatory towing through a bill that would allow truckers to file complaints over egregious bills. Also: Bill to eliminate carriers' overtime pay exemption reintroduced; CVSA IDEA noms sought.March 6, 2025RegulationsEmissions deletes net small fleet $101K worth in fines, probation | I-40 closures out WestAn Oregon-based fleet and its owner were sentenced to probation and a fine for deleting emissions on 13 trucks. Also: I-40 overnight closures planned out West; Drivewyze slowdown, congestion alerts now available in Tennessee.March 5, 2025EquipmentLonger hood for set-forward Kenworth T880S configuration good for 605-hp X15 powerThe new hood option for the T880's set-forward front axle configuration (T880S) is longer than the standard T880S hood, offering enhanced compatibility with higher-horsepower engines and a larger cooling package for more demanding applications.March 5, 2025RegulationsTrump's tariffs on Canadian, Mexican imports mostly suspended after briefly being in effectA 25% tariff on most imports from Canada and Mexico and a 10% increase on Chinese goods took effect, many then paused again. Also: House passes bill requiring USPS to monitor trucking contractor crashes; Highway Angel helps extinguish truck fire.March 4, 2025Previous PagePage 26 of 1659Next PageTop StoriesBusiness10,000 CDL drivers out-of-service for ELP: Where's the rates bump?Are 10,000 drivers really sidelined after ELP violations? Or are some states letting them drive on? Overdrive finds the real story.RegulationsTrump orders change to marijuana regs: What truckers need to knowCustom RigsLike-new 2000 Freightliner cabover another horse in Everhart's stableCustom RigsCustom Rigs Showdown: Round 2 rollsFeatured SponsorHot Shot's Secret - EDT+ Winter Defense - Your 7-in-1 Anti-Gel Fuel Boost - Make every fill-up premium!
