Overdrive StaffReader RigsProject '85 Freightliner FLD building one owner's dreamAfter working as a driver now for six years running, James Qualls hopes the FLD will help him achieve his dream of working as a fully-fledged one-man operation, with plans to put it to work pulling end dumps and flatbeds.August 6, 2024Hours of ServiceHours regs waived for hurricane response in Florida, GeorgiaFlorida has also waived registration requirements and size-and-weight regulations in certain counties. Also: Texas conducting enforcement blitz this week; Macks recalled for driver's seat securement issue; Relay names Haul of Fame finalists.August 5, 2024LifeTruck busted with $835K in marijuana in load of auto partsThe truck was inspected at the World Trade Bridge in Laredo, Texas, and found to have 373 pounds of weed in the load. Also: Ten semi-finalists announced in military veteran rookie trucker contest; new Love's, Pilot locations in Georgia.August 2, 2024BusinessSurvey: Brokers optimistic about near-term freight marketA survey of brokers from Bloomberg and Truckstop shows signs of optimism for higher volume, rates. Also: States will downgrade CDLs for drug/alcohol clearinghouse violations; last chance to comment on predatory towing; bill streamlines TSA credentialing.August 1, 2024BusinessDo carrier 'vetting' services unfairly tarnish too many good carriers, or bring them out of the dark?This two-question survey asks for input and opinion on the effectiveness of carrier "vetting" services like Carrier Assure, Highway, Carrier 411, and others used by brokers, growing at the intersection of the carrier/broker relationship.July 31, 2024ParkingGet $755 million truck parking bill across the finish line: Truckers to CongressA coalition of groups calling for dedicated parking funding includes OOIDA, NASTC, ATA, TCA and more. Also: Closure planned for I-17 in north Phoenix this weekend; Love's Financial acquires REV Capital's factoring business.July 31, 2024EquipmentCould hydrogen internal combustion help solve trucking's emissions problems?A recent Engine Technology Forum webinar highlighted the benefits, capabilities and challenges of hydrogen internal combustion engines in trucking. Also: Used truck prices falling; Love's reopens New Mexico store; latest Highway Angel.July 30, 2024RegulationsBattery fire shutdown on I-15, I-40 | Groups call for finance-crimes' biz-reporting delayJust what happened on I-15 out West, and more than 130 trade groups seek delay of FinCEN's Beneficial Ownership Information reporting requirement for small biz. Also: More trucks recalled over tie rod issue; large fleet gets pre-CDL team driving waiver.July 29, 2024Truck StopsI-15 'Pave-a-Thon', I-17 closure in the offing | TA plans electric truck charging stationThe company broke ground on what it says will be one of the nation’s first public truck charging stations at its Ontario, California, TA location. Also: Closures planned this weekend along I-17 in Phoenix, I-15 in Las Vegas.July 25, 2024EquipmentFirst driverless haul in Texas oilfields | Liquid meth found in diesel tanksKodiak Robotics and Atlas Energy completed a 21-mile run without a driver in the cab on Atlas' lease roads in the Permian Basin. Also: Liquid meth shipment found in truck's fuel tanks; cocaine, meth found in hidden frame compartment; more.July 24, 2024Previous PagePage 37 of 1649Next PageTop StoriesCSA's Data TrailToughest 10 states for brake violations as inspection blitz kicks offAnalysis of nationwide violation data shows the states where truckers might expect next week's brakes inspection event, CVSA's Brake Safety Week, to feature the most intense scrutiny on the truck and trailer's stopping power.RegulationsState Department pauses truck driving visas: Who is and isn't impactedBusinessHigh-dollar freight means high cost consideration: Heavy and oversize haulingCustom RigsHarlan Martin and 'Barney,' the purple 2023 Pete 389 with custom air ride, more modsFeatured SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.
