Overdrive StaffLifeBorder officials bust another truck-involved drug smuggling attemptU.S. Customs and Border Protection officers discovered $2.1 million worth of alleged cocaine in a truck recently. Also: Port of Oakland gets big cash infusion for "zero-emission" transition; TEL offering military vet owner-ops leasing discount.November 7, 2024LifeTemporary I-40 fix could be open by Jan. 1 | Diesel truck availability prompts CARB ZEV changeThe North Carolina DOT said a project to open one lane in each direction could be complete by Jan. 1. Also: CARB amends "zero-emission" sales regulation amid new-diesel-truck availability concerns; Love's co-founder passes; new TA opens in West Virginia.November 6, 2024BusinessFuel, rates down in tandem during last weekWhile diesel prices were down during the last week, so were spot freight rates overall, despite increases for van and reefer loads. Also: DOT amends oral fluid drug testing rule; OOIDA kicking off Truckers for Troops next week; more.November 5, 2024RegulationsFMCSA seeks to delay long-awaited rule aimed at brokers who 'do not intend to pay' carriersAfter whiffing on a broker transarency update in October, FMCSA is proposing to delay the compliance date for a variety of another broker-related rule's provisions. Also: Mack recalls 60K trucks over recalled ECUs; Orange EV terminal tractors recalled.November 4, 2024VoicesWeigh in: Who's your choice customer -- shippers, brokers, a mix of both?The last time we asked this question of owner-ops with authority, the most common choice was "multiple brokers," noted by a third of owners, but a majority also reported at least some direct freight. What's your customer situation today? Weigh in here.November 1, 2024LifeI-26 reopens in Tennessee after Helene floodingA temporary I-26 span over the Nolichucky River is open, and despite early reports to the contrary, most commercial traffic (excepting overdimensional loads) is allowed. Also: TCA driver-of-the-year nominations open.November 1, 2024EquipmentHeavy-haul trailer manufacturer expanding production to U.S.Faymonville has selected a site at the Port of Little Rock to build its first U.S. production facility. Also: Load of illegal fruit seized from truck at border; latest Highway Angel rescued two from Hurricane Milton floodwaters.October 31, 2024Equipment126K Volvo trucks recalled as part of massive Bendix ECU recallBendix recently recalled 445K ECUs for an issue that could cause certain safety functions to stop working. Volvo's recall includes trucks with that specific ECU installed. Also: New drayage EV leasing program; HHG moving scheme; more.October 30, 2024LifeTwo big drug busts in trucks at border | Hurricanes' spot rates impact losing force?U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers discovered $4 million in cocaine in a shipment in Texas, and $775K in meth in California. Also: Spot volumes, rates show sag, outside flatbed; Drivewyze's weigh station bypass integrated into EZ LYNK ELD app.October 29, 2024EquipmentCummins X15 fuel pump issue extends to Paccar trucksPaccar is recalling more than 5,600 Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks equipped with recalled Cummins X15 engines. Also: Mack Granite trucks recalled for non-compliant tires; Load One acquires Ohio-based expediter; two new Love's add 206 truck parking spaces.October 28, 2024Previous PagePage 34 of 1655Next PageTop StoriesTrucker of the YearTrucker of the Month John Penn reaps 10-mpg-plus rewards of two decades learning, growingThough owner-operator Penn might chalk his success up to dumb luck, his story's clear evidence of smart preparation before he ever bought a truck "trying to learn every facet of the industry," in his words. Today, he's a standout for efficiency above 10 mpg, even in a multistop operation hauling furniture LTL.Custom Rigs'A Touch of Class': Greg Kiser Trucking's custom '08 Pete makes old-school style newBusinessGet your 2025 Highway Report Card: Worst roads, state DOTs, parking desertsBusinessELD-data engagement: Your insurance premiums could depend on itFeatured SponsorHP/Poly Voyager Legend 30 and Voyager Legend 50
