James JailletJames Jaillet was Randall-Reilly's executive editor of trucking, focusing on coverage of business and regulatory updates and trucking industry trends for the Commercial Carrier Journal and Overdrive, until the Spring of 2021.BusinessClass-action lawsuit accuses Navistar of knowingly selling defective enginesA class-action lawsuit filed July 10 by three trucking companies against Navistar-International echoes claims of similar lawsuits filed this week: The truck and engine maker knew its EGR-only MaxxForce engines had defects and Navistar concealed those problems from buyers.July 11, 2014Electronic Logging DevicesSmartphone, tablet logging apps no longer require printing or manual signatures, FMCSA saysDigital logs produced by smartphone, tablet or computer apps no longer have to be printed and signed manually by drivers, according to new guidance on digital logs issued by FMCSA.July 10, 2014BusinessA new ‘alt’ fuel? GTL turns nat gas into usable dieselShell’s gas-to-liquid plant takes natural gas and turns it into a form of diesel that can be dropped into diesel engines already on the road. But it’s cleaner, quieter and has a higher cetane rating.July 9, 2014Overdrive ExtraPhotos: What a Chinese truck stop is likeIn a recent trip to Shanghai, China, for Shell Lubricants’ annual global media event, we were treated to a visit to a Chinese truck stop outside of town. And as you can guess, it was a good bit different than your average American stop.July 9, 2014BusinessNavistar hit with 3 lawsuits over EGR-only engines as carriers claim defects, lossesThree trucking companies have filed lawsuits against truck and engine maker Navistar, claiming its ’11-’12 MaxxForce engines were defective and didn’t meet federal emissions standards. The lawsuits further allege Navistar knew its engines were flawed yet concealed that information.July 8, 2014BusinessCross-border update: Mexican carrier denied program entrance, FMCSA committee to evaluate programAn agency subcommittee meets this month to determine whether FMCSA met its objectives with the cross-border pilot program with Mexico. The agency also said this week the latest applicant to the program failed the pre-authorization safety audit.July 8, 2014BusinessDiesel snaps short upswing, falls slightlyThe national average price for a gallon of on-highway diesel dropped seven-tenths of a cent to $3.913 in the week ended July 7, according to the Dept. of Energy, snapping the short two-week uptick in the price of diesel.July 8, 2014ParkingTrucker found shot in truck in Detroit, rig burnedA truck driver was found in Detroit June 27 shot to death inside his truck, which had been set on fire, according to multiple news reports from local news stations.July 7, 2014BusinessWith highway money running out, DOT warns states of project funding cutsDepartment of Transportation head Anthony Foxx sent a letter to states July 1 telling them the DOT will have to start restricting reimbursement payments to states starting Aug. 1, unless Congress can act to shore up Highway Trust Fund cash flow before that date.July 3, 2014BusinessTrucking employment jumps again in June, U.S. job growth healthyThe for-hire trucking industry added 3,300 jobs in June on a seasonally adjusted basis, according to the monthly employment report released by the government. The U.S. economy as a whole in May added 288,000 non-farm jobs, pushing the country’s unemployment rate down to 6.1 percent — its lowest since Sept. 2008.July 3, 2014Previous PagePage 131 of 190Next PageTop StoriesCustom RigsWhite Pine Paving's 'Change Order' 2000 W900L, revisitedFrom impressive airbrush work and laser cutouts of equipment often hauled behind the rig to a unique lighting package and extra-tall shifter, Maryland-based White Pine Paving's 2000 Kenworth W900L day cab brings style to local work.BusinessOverdrive's top 10 trucking stories of 2025Pride & PolishPride & Polish: Meet the 2025 champsOverdrive RadioRewind: Owner-op's vets-tribute FLD and Kentucky trailer, and its story of sacrifice, achievement and hopeFeatured SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.
