Overdrive StaffLifeBig meth, cocaine busts at California-Mexico borderMore than $18 million in meth was found in a load of squash, more than 400 pounds of cocaine in non-factory fuel tank compartments. Also: New TA Express locations in Louisiana, Arkansas; Oakland port seeks grant for electrification.May 30, 2024BusinessDiesel prices continue to drop, hit 2-year low, as rates tick up | I-17 closure upcomingFuel's national average is the lowest it's been since January 2022. Also: I-17 SB in north Phoenix will be closed this weekend, May 31-June 3; Trucker Path adds prescription drug card to free offerings in app.May 29, 2024VoicesPOLL: Paid parking -- how often do you pay for space?With pay-to-reserve parking services compounding in the years since we last asked this question, when reader views were split over the value of a reservation, what's your frequency of paying to park today?May 29, 2024RegulationsFMCSA's lease-purchase task force to discuss safety incentives, opportunities in agreementsThe Truck Leasing Task Force is hosting two virtual public meetings this summer. Also: PHMSA considering increase to hazmat transport registration fees; cargo theft, FET, cost of truck bottlenecks among ATRI's 2024 research priorities.May 28, 2024Reader RigsOperator's 'The Gambler' 2019 Western StarThe 2019 4900 dump truck is powered by a Cummins N14.May 28, 2024BusinessFlexport complaints by Peloton, Giti Tire allege millions in excessive chargesConvoy Platform's new owner, Flexport, stands accused of wrongly charging millions in detention and demurrage to the two shippers. In other news: I-95 back open fully after deadly tanker explosion and temporary repairs; latest Highway Angel.May 27, 2024LifeCard-skimming, diesel theft ring busted in FloridaFive individuals were charged for their roles in an alleged scheme to place card skimmers on fuel pumps and use the account numbers to steal diesel. Also: ATA reports another drop in tonnage hauled; Covenant seeks pre-CDL waiver for trainees.May 24, 2024RegulationsBlue Star ELD back on FMCSA registryAfter being placed on the agency's revoked devices list Tuesday, the Blue Star ELD is back on the registered devices list. Also: TA kicks off St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund fundraiser campaign; new service helps states with OS/OW permitting/routing.May 23, 2024BusinessFuel prices continue to fall, but Roadcheck rates bump fails to materializeGood news and bad news for owner-operators during the last week -- fuel prices are down, but the typical bump in rates for Roadcheck was the weakest in years. Also: Bills would cut red tape for vets to enter trucking; new truck parking; more.May 22, 2024RegulationsTwo more ELDs off FMCSA's device list | $5M worth of meth pulled from papaya loadThe Blue Star ELD and ELD Mandate Plus device are now on the revoked devices list. Also: $5.4 million worth of alleged meth found in papaya shipment; Peterbilt 589 test drives in Ohio Thursday; ATA launches new industry image campaign.May 21, 2024Previous PagePage 43 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.BusinessHigh-dollar freight means high cost consideration: Heavy and oversize haulingCustom RigsHarlan Martin and 'Barney,' the purple 2023 Pete 389 with custom air ride, more modsRegulationsDOT calls out 'despicable' state failures on ELP, CDL rules after deadly crashFeatured SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.
