Overdrive StaffReader RigsLong-time trucker's '23 Freightliner CascadiaThe Langer Transport driver has 30 years behind the wheel of a big rig, but this is his first with an automatic transmission, he said.October 25, 2024BusinessI-95 closures next weekend | Trucking conditions improved through late SummerDespite recent improvement, FTR's Trucking Conditions Index remained negative and is forecast to remain negative to neutral into 2025. Also: I-95 lane closures planned in Rhode Island for the next two weekends; fleet seeks brake lighting waiver.October 25, 2024RegulationsRoll-back wrecker, tractor-trailer tangle on exit ramp: Preventable?The roll-back wrecker's operator had other things in mind than the trucker's smooth passage down the ramp. Could the crash have been anything other than "non-preventable?" Find out here.October 25, 2024LifeBribery scheme costs fleet owner more than $8 millionThe owner was part of a group of companies in a "pay-to-play" bribery scheme involving FedEx Ground in Salt Lake City. Also: Schneider announces changes to FreightPower load board platform; new Pilot open in Texas.October 24, 2024ParkingTruck parking projects in three states get millions in fundingTruck parking is the primary focus of projects receiving DOT grant money in Ohio and Wisconsin, and is part of a larger infrastructure project in Nevada. Also: FMCSA renews HOS, alternative securement, warning-flag requirement exemptions.October 23, 2024BusinessDiesel down, rates up | More time to comment on split-sleeper exemptionDiesel's down and rates are up in the most recent week, with fuel wiping out recent gains and rates seeing a post-hurricane bump. Also: FMCSA reopens comment period on fleet's split-sleeper waiver; big fines for trucks in national park; more.October 22, 2024Reader RigsCustom '96 International 9300 features hand-made partsOwner-operator Jack Kiriakou works his International 9300 almost daily. He's added hand-made custom parts, including the cab drop panels, rear fairings and more.October 22, 2024BusinessCargo theft up in third quarter compared to 2023CargoNet reported a 14% year-over-year increase in cargo theft in Q3, but a 1.6% decline from Q2. Also: Vision Systems North America seeks extension for mirror-alternative camera waiver; Freightliner dealer celebrates 70 years.October 21, 2024Partners in BusinessIRS tax relief for businesses in hurricane-impacted disaster areasOwner-operators and other 2023 tax filers who've been granted extensions for this year's filing by the Internal Revenue Service could be eligible for further relief in the wake of devastating hurricanes in the Southeast.October 18, 2024EquipmentNew York trucking group calls for delay of emissions regsLike Oregon recently, the Trucking Association of New York is looking for a delay of CARB's Advanced Clean Trucks regs in the state. Also: ATHS hall of fame induction next week; two new TA Express locations open in Pennsylvania.October 18, 2024Previous PagePage 35 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 SponsorHowes
