Overdrive StaffLifeNHTSA: Traffic fatalities fall for ninth straight quarterThe agency reported a decrease in traffic fatalities for the first half of 2024 of about 3.2% as compared to the first half of 2023. Also: Great Dane reefer trailers recalled; Wisconsin loggers get waiver for alternate securement method; more.September 9, 2024LifeTexas troopers find 17 people smuggled in hidden truck compartmentA three-foot-wide space with no air ventilation was found with 17 migrants inside. Also: Texas Supreme Court to hear Werner's challenge of $100M post-crash verdict; DEA to host marijuana rescheduling hearing in December.September 6, 2024EquipmentFontaine intros car-haul conversion kits for Western Star, Kenworth modelsThe conversions lower the cab heights of the Western Star 49X and Kenworth T880 and W990 models to accommodate car-haul trailers of the customer's choice.September 6, 2024Pride & PolishPride & Polish: Cast your votes for your favoritesThe voting period for Overdrive's Pride & Polish virtual truck show is now open. Readers can select their favorite truck in each of five categories -- Working Bobtail, Working Combo, Antique, Interior and Limited Mileage/Show -- to determine finalists.September 5, 2024LifeAlleged 'trucking automation' scam shut down after FTC lawsuitThe company claimed that with a $75,000 investment from a consumer, it would buy a truck in the consumer's name and operate it on their behalf. Also: Mack launches new online Truck Builder tool; TA raises $300K for St. Christopher, TAT.September 5, 2024LifeUpdated: Truck Driver Appreciation Week deals, recognitionNational Truck Driver Appreciation Week is underway. See what companies across trucking are doing with deals and recognition ongoing.September 4, 2024Small Fleet ChampMeet Overdrive's 2024 Small Fleet Champ semi-finalistsAt NASTC's annual conference November 7-9, we'll recognize two finalists each in two separate competitive divisions. Today, we're announcing semi-finalists in each category. Congrats to all of them, and good luck!September 4, 2024RegulationsOwner of Missouri truck shop, tow company guilty of loan fraud, moreThe owner of Bourbon, Missouri-based Whiskey Dix Big Truck Repair was found guilty of PPP loan fraud, as well as Clean Air Act violations. Also: Livestock haulers get regs relief in Wyoming; ATA reports driver pay increases.September 4, 2024BusinessCatch the replay: How to build business for trucking's down cyclesRegister to view the August 22 online event, featuring insights on building owner-operator and small fleet business to weather the worst of trucking's business cycles.September 4, 2024LifeBig cocaine haul found in load of charcoalBorder agents in Texas discovered $3 million worth of cocaine in a truck crossing from Mexico into the U.S. Also: Best Fleets to Drive For nomination period opens; Kalmar Ottawa terminal tractors recalled.September 3, 2024Previous PagePage 40 of 1655Next PageTop StoriesSmall Fleet ChampRoadside war stories, camaraderie, ownership advice: Small Fleet Champs deliverThis week's edition of Overdrive Radio drops into the Small Fleet Champ awards ceremony and a side roundtable talk with the four finalists: Clifford Hay Inc., Thomasville Furniture Xpress, Turnage & Sons, and Oberman Logistics. The owners traded war stories from hefty tow bills (how's $15K for four miles) and plenty tried-and-true advice for the move from one truck to many.Trucker of the YearTrucker of the Month John Penn reaps 10-mpg-plus rewards of two decades learning, growingCustom 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 desertsFeatured SponsorBlueParrott S650-XT Bluetooth Headset
