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.BusinessFreightWatch: Cargo theft numbers in 2013 hit all-time high again, threat of theft growsThe number of cargo thefts recorded in 2013 tied 2012’s all-time high of 951, according to an annual report, which also said that better organization and innovation by thieves continues to push the threat of cargo theft higher.March 5, 2014BusinessTraffic congestion soars in 2013 coinciding with economic growth, report saysFollowing two years of overall decline, the amount of traffic congestion in 2013 grew 6 percent from 2012 — outpacing the U.S. economy’s growth by about three times, according to traffic data firm Inrix.March 5, 2014BusinessRates rebound in February, see big year over year spikesPer-mile rates on the spot market saw healthy spikes in all three segments — flatbed, reefer and dry van — in February, pushing rates to big year over year gains and setting a record for dry van loads, according to Internet Truckstop.March 4, 2014Hours of ServiceAgency, states waive hours rules for fuel haulers, some food and relief load haulersIn light of severe cold temperatures impacting much of the country and some nationwide fuel distribution problems, FMCSA and some states have continued issuance of hours-of-service waivers for fuel haulers and, now, some other relief loads, like road salt, food and livestock.March 4, 2014BusinessRecent diesel price surge ends as average price nudges downwardAnd so ends the most recent — and rather large — upswing in diesel prices seen in late January and all of February, as the national average diesel price fell in the week ended March 3 one-tenth of a cent to $4.016, according to the Department of Energy.March 3, 2014BusinessFitzgerald raising money for St. Jude’s with glider kit saleFitzgerald Glider Kits will be selling a specially built Peterbilt 389 with the full sales price of the truck going to benefit St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital.March 3, 2014Business25,000 Cummins Westport natural gas engines recalled for issue that could cause exhaust temp increaseCertain Cummins Westport engine models ISL G and ISX12 G are being recalled by Cummins Inc. and its joint venture Cummins Westport for a potential defect that could raise exhaust temperatures and possibly shoot flames out of the exhaust pipe, causing fire risk.March 3, 2014BusinessAnti-tolls group formed by trucking companies, truck stops, other sectorsSeveral trucking companies and trucking trade groups have joined a band of other business and consumer organizations to form an anti-tolling group who says its mission is to keep existing interstates toll-free.March 3, 2014BusinessAppeals court rolls smaller lawsuit against FMCSA data into OOIDA’s broader DataQs suitBased on jurisdictional grounds, a U.S. Court of Appeals in D.C. has transferred a case brought against the FMCSA and its inability to remove violations from a carrier or driver’s safety record if the violation is dismissed in court or the carrier is found not guilty.February 28, 2014BusinessShoring up U.S. Highway Trust Fund critical for global competitiveness, DOT head saysFinding a solution to stabilizing the U.S.’ Highway Trust Fund is not only critical to saving jobs but actually saves the country money in the long term, said U.S. Secretary of Transportation Anthony Foxx. The U.S. must boost funding, too, to stay competitive globally.February 27, 2014Previous PagePage 144 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.
