Overdrive StaffBusinessJ.B. Hunt to acquire BNSF Logistics' brokerage businessThe two companies have a more-than-30-year history of working together. Also: I-95 lane closures resume; Goodyear accepting annual Highway Hero Award nominations; FMCSA awards $48M to increase CDL training opportunities.September 15, 2023LifeNew platform aims to deliver driver feedback to carrier back office, build communityTruckYu hopes to deliver to carriers and drivers both better control over efforts to keep front-line operators happy, healthy and profitable. It seeks to streamline communication from the road, avoiding he-said/she-said dispatcher/driver dynamics.September 15, 2023EquipmentElectric truck maker debuts new truck for port operationsThe new Orange EV HUSK-e is intended for port operations, rail and intermodal sites, and other heavier duty applications. Also: Sheetz extends 35-cent diesel discount; new service will review dashcam footage; Trucker Path sweepstakes winners.September 14, 2023EquipmentReport: Half of commercial vehicles will be 'zero-emission' by 2040ACT Research's new report estimates a significant uptick in battery-electric truck adoption beginning in 2027. Also: FMCSA awards grant money for parking, safety improvements; TFI acquires Vedder Transportation Group; more.September 13, 2023RegulationsCalifornia driverless vehicle ban heads to governor's deskThe bill that requires a driver in autonomous vehicles has passed the state's Assembly and Senate, under veto threat by Gov. Also: Debate over EPA's Phase 3 GHG regs; Spot market rates rise for third straight week; Iowa ag haulers get weight exemption.September 12, 2023LifePOLL: Do you appreciate anything about trucker appreciation week?Between the deals and recognition programs, the company cookouts and, in rare cases, cash bonuses from fleets, there's plenty to be had during the national appreciation week. (No shortage of cynicism, too.) If anything, what do you most appreciate?September 12, 2023Reader RigsTruckers Final Mile Pete honors truck driversThe American Heritage Memorial 2020 Peterbilt 579 benefits Truckers Final Mile's fundraising efforts.September 12, 2023EquipmentPeterbilt's 100,000th 389 goes to Texas-based fleetMassey Motor Freight received Peterbilt's 100,000th Model 389 -- a special-edition 389X -- in this final year of production. Also: Congressional hearing on autonomous trucks set for Wednesday; Mack MD units recalled.September 11, 2023LifeTrucker appreciation, round the clockWith the National Truck Driver Appreciation Week recognition effort well under way, a special message from all of us at Overdrive. Here's a sincere thank you for doing what you do day-in, day-out.September 11, 2023LifeTexas owner-op wins Landstar's truck giveaway | Coop back open in Md.Landstar-leased owner-operator Peter Perez, of Houston, Texas, won a 2024 Freightliner Cascadia at the company's annual BCO Appreciation Days. Also: Maryland reopens U.S. 1 weigh station; TA accepting Citizen Driver nominations.September 8, 2023Previous PagePage 85 of 1664Next PageTop StoriesOverdrive Extra1999 Freightliner Classic a 'New Testament' to power of faith, family, hard workThe “New Testament” 1999 Classic small fleet owners Phillip and Kerri Couch hope spreads a positive “family friendly” sort of message to the public at shows, as it quickly has become a fan favorite -- all while working throughout the mid-South region.Business'Chameleon broker?': Big broker AGX goes bust, doesn't pay carriers, starts new MCOverdrive Radio'She's the rock': Owner-operator Patrick White leans on solid partner in tough timesCustom Rigs'One thing led to another' for Lacoh Transport's custom 2024 Peterbilt 389 buildRegulationsELD tampering in crosshairs for CVSA’s annual Roadcheck blitz
