Overdrive StaffReader RigsTim Porter's tanker-yanking 'Bad Decision' 2024 Peterbilt 389Porter pulls a food-grade tanker with the truck, which is powered by a 565 Cummins and an 18-speed. Show off your own rig by submitting it to Overdrive's Reader Rigs gallery.September 17, 2024RegulationsLease-purchase task force to draft best practices for assessing agreementsFMCSA's Truck Leasing Task Force set dates for two meetings, during which it will work to draft a report on identifying best practices to help drivers assess agreements. Also: RXO closes deal to acquire Coyote; I-70 lane closure Tuesday night; more.September 16, 2024RegulationsELD exemption: Owner-op's request deniedThe trucker told FMCSA he had a new business and couldn't afford an ELD when seeking a one-year exemption from ELD regulations. Also: ATBS hosting semi-annual owner-op income session Sept. 18; Kansas police issue highway rule reminder after crash.September 13, 2024Life'Sisters of the Road' takes photo exhibit to DOT headquarters for driver-appreciation weekTo mark Truck Driver Appreciation Week, USDOT will host the 'Sisters of the Road' photo exhibition, featuring the stories of women truckers, September 19. The stop concludes a U.S. tour started early this year around MATS.September 13, 2024LifeTennessee highway official charged for stealing diesel for personal trucking businessA county highway official in Tennessee admitted to stealing nearly $57K in diesel from the county for his own trucking company. Also: HHG moving company employee sentenced in scheme; FHWA wants feedback on electric truck charging needs; new Sheetz.September 12, 2024BusinessDiesel hits lowest national average since Fall 2021 | I-95 lane closures upcomingThe U.S.’ national average for a gallon of on-highway diesel hit $3.56/gal., according to EIA. Also: I-95 lane closures planned in Rhode Island; Bestpass/Fleetworthy combined companies rebrand; Hawaii requests waiver for proof of citizenship requirements.September 11, 2024LifeUPS truck looted after bridge strikeAfter the accident in Chicago, looters stole packages from the truck. As of Monday, no arrests had been made and no citations issued, police said. Also: FMCSA extends guidance-review comment period; weight limits raised for Iowa ag haulers; more.September 10, 2024LifeI-70 bridge closed in Kansas City through end of yearThe eastbound I-70 Lewis and Clark Viaduct over the Kansas River in Kansas City will be closed for emergency repairs after a routine inspection revealed concerns with gusset plates on the eastbound span.September 10, 2024LifeNHTSA: 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, 2024Previous PagePage 48 of 1664Next PageTop StoriesOverdrive Radio'She's the rock': Owner-operator Patrick White leans on solid partner in tough timesThe January Trucker of the Month credits here tells a story of perseverance through accidents and injuries, and building a team around him to excel despite the barriers fate’s thrown at him. His rock-solid biz foundation? Ashlyn White, his wife, who nominated him for the honor.Custom Rigs'One thing led to another' for Lacoh Transport's custom 2024 Peterbilt 389 buildRegulationsELD tampering in crosshairs for CVSA’s annual Roadcheck blitzRegulationsCalifornia capitulation: CHP finally enforcing English language proficiency roadsideBusinessFMCSA issues Final Rule banning non-domiciled CDLs almost entirely
