Overdrive StaffRegulationsAnother operator's HOS exemption request denied | Teamsters' deal with TForceFMCSA denied the request because the agency said he didn't demonstrate how he would be safer than without the exemption. Also: Freightliner eCascadias recalled for powertrain issue; Teamsters reach agreement with TForce, while UPS strike looms.July 17, 2023RegulationsAnother push to block speed limiters emerges in CongressAn appropriations bill for the DOT includes a provision that would block FMCSA from mandating speed limiters on heavy-duty trucks. Also: Bosch begins volume production of hydrogen fuel cell power modules; latest Highway Angel.July 14, 2023Reader RigsMaine-based operator's wood-chip-hauling 389Snapper Bubar's 2018 Pete pulls a Manac Possum Belly chip trailer around Maine.July 14, 2023MaintenanceRyder intros new mobile maintenance service for trucks, trailers, moreTorque by Ryder provides a portfolio of maintenance offerings with its fleet of mobile maintenance trucks and technicians. Also: Pilot-Bridgestone tire management partnership exceeding goals; new Love's in Ariz., Miss.; latest Highway Angel.July 13, 2023Custom Rigs'Cherry Pie' 1973 W900A, owner inducted into Howes Hall of FameThe immaculately restored A-model has been making waves in the show truck community for years, and Howes Products is recognizing the truck and the restoration work done by owner Kate Whiting, as well as the entire truck restoration community.July 13, 2023RegulationsOOIDA cautions Senate against PRO Act legislationThe PRO Act would enact the ABC independent contractor test for labor organizing, but OOIDA cautions its use could be more widespread. Also: FMCSA cracks down further on HHG moving schemes; latest Highway Angel.July 12, 2023Custom RigsWalcott Truckers Jamboree: Live music, custom trucks, more this weekThe 44th annual celebration of trucks and truckers began Thursday at 10 a.m. and provides music, food, family fun, fireworks, and, of course, a slew of great-looking trucks through 5 p.m. Saturday.July 12, 2023BusinessDiesel prices level off after steady declinesDiesel prices have remained relatively flat over the last month, according to the Energy Information Administration. Also: OOIDA to host its annual Truck to Success course in October; ATA charity donates to fentanyl awareness group.July 11, 2023Reader RigsMaking bread: Operator's bulk tanker-hauling 2017 Freightliner CoronadoOwner-operator Bob Hudon hauls bread flour along the East Coast with his Cummins-powered Coronado.July 11, 2023EquipmentReport: 57% of in-use diesel trucks feature low-emission techThe Diesel Technology Forum reports that there were 10.2% more 2010 or newer diesel trucks on the road in 2022 than 2021. Also: Trax, TriumphPay partner for fraud prevention, more; Knight-Swift completes U.S. Xpress acquisition; Mack, Stoughton recalls.July 10, 2023Previous PagePage 80 of 1652Next PageTop StoriesCustom RigsCustom 2005 Peterbilt 379 a trucker's surprise, with intricate hand-pinstripingKimball Transportation driver Zach Held may not be an owner-operator, but he drives an owner-operator-spec'd truck that delivered on a promise made by the small fleet owner Held pulls flatbed freight for. The custom '05 379 features a bevy of custom touches throughout, including immaculate pinstriping all around.Small Fleet ChampLTL furniture specialist TFX lays solid ground for growth, profit, supportRegulationsFMCSA makes it easier to call out bad brokers with National Consumer Complaint Database updateSmall Fleet ChampSkin in the leased owner's game: Oberman Logistics' simple, transparent plan for expansionFeatured SponsorBlueParrott S650-XT Bluetooth Headset
