Overdrive StaffTrucker of the YearTrucker of the Year Jay Hosty nets new Bostrom seat, custom replica of his '06 Western Star 4900EXAt MATS, Hosty was recognized and presented a model replica of his 2006 Western Star 4900EX, as well as a surprise gift from Trucker of the Year sponsor Commercial Vehicle Group and its Bostrom Seating brand: A seat up to a $2,500 value.March 22, 2024BusinessBroker's trailer pool program expandsEnhancements to Uber Freight's Powerloop drop-hook system within its freight network include an expanded "dedicated fleet" offering, bundling capabilities to build carrier drop and hook "tours," and telematics-enhanced "smart" trailers.March 22, 2024EquipmentLast Peterbilt 389 ever built being given awayRush Enterprises is hosting a sweepstakes with the last and only 2025 Peterbilt 389X as the prize. The one-of-a-kind 389X is painted to match the 1965 Peterbilt 358 on display at Rush headquarters.March 21, 2024LifeAward program seeks top military vet rookie trucker, to win donated T680The winner of the Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence award will once again win the keys to a Kenworth T680. Also: St. Christopher fund-raising efforts at MATS; Wyoming DOT updating 511 site, replacing traffic cameras to improve reliability.March 20, 2024BusinessTrucking conditions improved to start 2024FTR reported freight rates and financing costs were less negative in January than in December, despite higher fuel prices. Also: Owners of working Macks can enter 2025 calendar contest; latest Highway Angel.March 19, 2024RegulationsCongress eyes TWIC/hazmat changes | Traffickers hauling millions' worth in meth caught at borderA Senate bill would eliminate redundant fees and background checks for transportation workers seeking multiple TSA-managed credentials. Also: Two truck-involved drug smuggling attempts busted; International LT trucks recalled.March 18, 2024EquipmentMore than 116K Kenworth, Peterbilt trucks recalledThe gear shifter and transmission may lose communication in the affected units, resulting in the trucks becoming disabled after coming to a stop. Also: New parking facility in Ohio; Love's reopens Oregon location; latest Highway Angel.March 15, 2024EquipmentNew Peterbilt 589's 72-inch low-roof sleeper | Calif. 'smog check' test deadlines put offPeterbilt has added a new sleeper option for the new Model 589. Also: Calif. extends emissions testing deadline for new "smog check" program; changes ahead for under-21 interstate program; recalls hit International (steering gear), Mack trucks (lamps).March 14, 2024Regulations$100,000 fines, jail time proposed as carriers keep hitting bridges in British ColumbiaWith 35 bridge strikes since 2021, most from over-height vehicles, and many from one particularly egregious fleet, British Columbia drops the hammer. Also: New TMS geared for liquid bulk haulers; Florida Road Team truckers part of "share the road" PSAs.March 13, 2024BusinessWill spot rates respond to rising demand? | FMCSA extends lease-purchase commentsRates have remained stagnant to date in 2024, yet load-truck ratios rose last week, perhaps portending increases as carriers gain spot negotiating leverage. Also: FMCSA extends lease-purchase contract comments; Utility's first line of Cargobull reefers.March 12, 2024Previous PagePage 61 of 1659Next PageTop StoriesOverdrive RadioRed Arrow Christmas convoy rolls strong over first three yearsThis week's Overdrive Radio podcast tells the story of Noah Melton, long working with small fleet Big P Express, and how a fellow trucker's Christmas-season truck convoy idea grew by leaps and bounds over its first few years into a community-supported tradition in Melton's corner of Southwest Michigan.RegulationsFMCSA pins 'CDL mills' problem on self-certification: Are owner-ops to blame?Business10,000 CDL drivers out-of-service for ELP: Where's the rates bump?RegulationsTrump orders change to marijuana regs: What truckers need to knowFeatured SponsorJBL Live Beam 3 - Slim, sleek, and impossibly modern earbuds and Smart Charging Case - Audio Evolution You Can See and Hear
