Overdrive StaffBusinessUsed-truck sales, spot rates surge to close 2024Preliminary data from ACT Research showed that used Class 8 retail sales volumes were up 23% in December. Also: Spot rates up over holidays; Michigan CDL school seeks waiver for under-21 trainees; new truck-friendly health clinic opens in Tennessee.January 15, 2025EquipmentCARB backs away from ACF emissions rule, withdrawing waiver requestCalifornia withdrew its request for Environmental Protection Agency waivers that would have allowed the state to enact emissions limits that exceed federal standards as the sun sets on President Joe Biden's administration. Trucking applauded the move.January 15, 2025Hours of ServiceNationwide hours of service exemption for these truckers | Concealed-carry reciprocity in new billFMCSA has declared a Regional Emergency Declaration for the Lower 48 and D.C. Also: House bill would create nationwide concealed carry permit reciprocity; Bay & Bay expands into over-dimensional, heavy-haul flatbed freight.January 14, 2025RegulationsNew York brings the hammer down on overheight trucksThe New York State Thruway Authority conducted an enforcement blitz during the fourth quarter with a focus on overheight trucks to cut down on bridge strikes. Also: 550 pounds of cocaine found during roadside inspection; latest Highway Angel.January 13, 2025RegulationsFuel, livestock haulers get HOS relief in Tennessee | Trucks, trailers hit bankruptcy auctionThe Volunteer State is the latest to go under an emergency declaration for winter weather. Also: Dozens of trucks, trailers set for bankruptcy auction; updated Nikola BEVs surpass 1 million in-service miles; Oregon trailer dealer acquired by Utility.January 10, 2025LifeTruck drivers sue state over Second Amendment rightsTwo truck drivers are suing the state of Minnesota for not recognizing their out-of-state firearms licenses. Also: Women in Trucking seeks nominees for Driver of the Year award.January 9, 2025RegulationsHours regs waived in four more states for winter weather | I-17 closure incomingA total of 11 states have now declared emergency due to winter weather in the last week. Also: I-17 closures planned for Jan. 17-20; big heavy-duty Ford recall; A. Duie Pyle expands with new Pennsylvania facility.January 8, 2025RegulationsFMCSA's random drug-testing rate for 2025The rate will remain at 50% for random drug tests and 10% for random alcohol tests. Also: Iowa 80 Group settles with EPA over alleged Clean Water Act violations; Sutton Transport acquired by Pitt Ohio; 2025 market outlook webinar upcoming.January 7, 2025EquipmentCummins' new diesel for Ram HD hotshot trucks, pickupsThe engine maker's new 6.7-liter Turbo Diesel for Ram Heavy Duty's line of pickups and cab-and-chassis trucks comes with news of an extended Cummins/Ram diesel partnership through 2030.January 7, 2025RegulationsOOIDA's virtual 'fireside chat' on broker transparency proposalThe association will be answering questions from truckers as the comment period on FMCSA's brokered freight transparency proposal winds down. Also: Revolving door keeps spinning between FMCSA, autonomous firms; Atlas Canada acquires customs brokerage.January 6, 2025Previous PagePage 31 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 SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.