Overdrive StaffRegulationsCARB seeks input on new committee to implement latest emissions regsThe California Air Resources Board will host a public meeting next month to discuss the formation of a Truck Regulation Advisory Committee for its newest emissions regs. Also: Fleets seek training exemption; TMS launches new freight network.July 27, 2023EquipmentUsed truck sales post monthly growthACT Research reported a 1.8% month-over-month increase in used truck sales volume, due in part to equipment churn. Also: Spot rates fall again, though dray carriers caught a rise; another female-trucking meet; new charging station at Port of Long Beach.July 26, 2023Partners in BusinessHow owner-operators can catch up on bookkeeping, one week at a timeThere's a self-motivating aspect of engagement with real-time business information. The task of bookkeeping is best done day by day, rather than months in arrears. If you need to catch up, though, here's how to do it to obtain the biggest real-time bonus.July 26, 2023RegulationsFMCSA revokes three more ELDs' certificationsThe All Truckers ELD, PrimELD, and Secure ELD devices had their certified status revoked. Also: Teamsters OK contract at TForce Freight; Truckers Against Trafficking hosts event for trucking companies.July 25, 2023Reader RigsFlatbed A-train-hauling 389Bob Notman hauls with Cummins-powered rig mostly in the Northwest.July 25, 2023RegulationsPOLL: Detention time since the ELD mandate -- has it improved?While a minority of owner-operators report increased ability to collect detention pay from brokers/shippers as a result of widespread ELD use, has the ubiquity of the logging devices translated to reduced detention time at the docks? Weigh in here.July 25, 2023LifeLandstar owner-op wins brand-new truckLandstar Million Mile Safe Driver and Roadstar honoree Willie Mixon won a 2024 Freightliner Cascadia at the company's annual BCO All-Star Celebration this month. The company also recognized a new class of Million Mile Safe Drivers and Roadstar honorees.July 25, 2023LifeCanadian police shut down $9.24M cargo theft ringPeel Regional Police arrested 15 individuals on 73 charges and recovered 28 tractor-trailers. Also: I-17 rest area reopens with expanded truck parking; FMCSA names new Chief Counsel.July 24, 2023BusinessPennsylvania hiking turnpike tolls | Spot market summer doldrums have arrived?The Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission voted on a 5% toll increase, which will take effect in January. Also: FMCSA denies inmate's request for relief from driver training regs; Rand McNally releases new mileage tracking app.July 21, 2023Reader RigsJim Allen's 'Freedom Truck' International COE honors veteransThe 1991 International 9670 is owned by the president and CEO of a software company that services the truck dealer and aftermarket segments. It's wrapped to pay homage to veterans and first responders.July 21, 2023Previous PagePage 91 of 1664Next PageTop StoriesRegulationsFMCSA shuts down 500 'CDL mills' after wave of in-person auditsA sweep of in-person audits in December saw 448 schools shut down for failing to meet training/safety standards. Another 109 schools shut themselves down after learning they'd be audited.Overdrive ExtraFederation of Professional Truckers explains ELD exemption push with FMCSA, future plansOverdrive Extra1999 Freightliner Classic a 'New Testament' to power of faith, family, hard workBusiness'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 times
