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.BusinessFMCSA head Martinez eyes dialogue around hours of service reforms, stronger relations with truckingCheck out Overdrive's exclusive interview with Ray Martinez in which he discusses hours of service, ELDs, detention time, and FMCSA/industry relationship.August 7, 2018BusinessSpot rates recede slightly, still hot in all three segmentsSpot market rates eased in July from their record highs in June, according to monthly rates data from Truckstop.com. Read details on Overdrive.August 3, 2018BusinessDespite seasonal dip, rates still ‘sky-high,’ with flatbed market tight nationwideDespite spot market rates dipping slightly, they've dropped from record highs set in the month of June. Get more details on the spot market rates on Overdrive.August 2, 2018BusinessSenate passes bill to extend ELD waiver for livestock haulers through Sept. 2019The Senate recently passed a bill that exempts livestock haulers from ELD mandate compliance for another year. Get more details on Overdrive.August 1, 2018BusinessCummins recalling half a million engines on voluntary basis due to degradation of emissions-control systemsAccording to a report from the Environmental Protection Agency, Cummins has officially instituted a recall of half a million model-year 2010-2015 engines.July 31, 2018BusinessWith new leadership and court challenge, EPA says it will enforce glider kit restrictions absent rulemakingThe Environmental Protection Agency announces it will enforce the 300-truck annual limit placed on glider kit manufacturers by Phase 2 emissions regulations.July 30, 2018BusinessSo far for ’18 election cycle, trucking’s political contributions total $4 million, mostly backing RepublicansTrucking-associated contributors are heavily favoring the Republican party when it comes to political funding in the midterm elections. Details on Overdrive.July 26, 2018BusinessCeladon, already facing SEC investigation, now under Justice Department probe for earnings reports discrepanciesThe Celadon Group recently announced that the improper reporting of finances has landed them under a criminal investigation. Get more details on Overdrive.July 26, 2018Electronic Logging DevicesNotes on proper — and improper — use of personal conveyance under ELDsJoe DeLorenzo, head of enforcement for the FMCSA, gives proper and improper use tips on Using hours of service's personal conveyance under ELDs. Read more here.July 25, 2018BusinessWestern States Trucking Association challenges California trucking laws with petition, lawsuitThe Western States Trucking Association's petition is challenging a recent California Supreme Court ruling regarding owner-operator status. Details here.July 20, 2018Previous PagePage 25 of 190Next PageTop StoriesSmall Fleet ChampRight-sizing for management: MRL Transport owner Mark Ledford hits five trucksLedford got his start trucking after working a dock where his manager said Ledford would never drive truck. Not only would he drive, he'd grow a fleet well beyond 30 trucks before selling out. MRL Transport is his second turn in the barrel, and Ledford's hit a profitability sweet spot.LifeFMCSA cancels sexual assault study 'focused on DEI' and 'transgender ideology'Overdrive RadioSmall-biz trucking success, with family assist: The woman behind owner-operator Jason ShellyRegulationsFMCSA, other agencies update timelines for bevy of in-progress regsFeatured SponsorJBL Live Beam 3 - True wireless noise-cancelling earbuds with stick-closed design and Smart Charging Case™
