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.Overdrive ExtraWorried about Congress toppling hours of service reforms? Don’t be — here’s whyA proposed highway bill could impede recently finalized federal hours of service regulations; however, the likelihood of this happening is slim. Read more here.June 5, 2020Overdrive ExtraA ‘dating app’ for truckers to connect with shippers — and other tech potentially buoyed by virus effectsFrom no-broker freight to contactless solutions for shippers and carriers, find out how the coronavirus has spurred technology development for truck drivers.June 4, 2020Overdrive ExtraAmazon, already a mammoth middleman, squeezes into trucking brokerageAmazon has opened its full truckload services to more shippers to drum up dedicated services from small- and mid-sized trucking companies. Details on Overdrive.May 27, 2020BusinessWith mixed luck, owner-operators seek breaks from truck, trailer paymentsAs many owner-operators seek flexibility with truck and trailer payments during the coronavirus pandemic, some are being met with mixed results. Details here.May 26, 2020Hours of ServiceComing hours of service reforms allow limited 14-hour pause, include 7/3 off-duty split and 30-minute break changesThe FMCSA says the reforms are up for publication in the coming week and will focus on split-sleeper berth options and 30-minute break changes. Read more here.May 14, 2020BusinessFor truckers, coronavirus aid loans either a tale of triumph or heartacheAnecdotes and survey data point to the duality of those loans for owner-operators and small fleets. For those that received them, they’re blessings that help such truckers see tomorrow. For those that missed the money, they say they’re at risk of losing equipment or their business all together.May 7, 2020Overdrive ExtraWith rates inside out and risks on the road, many owner-operators choose to sitRates and conditions on the road are prompting many owner-operators to simply hang up the keys and wait it out. Details on Overdrive.April 22, 2020BusinessTruckers hang on to fading hope for second chance at aid in PPP’s $310B refillAdditional federal aid on the table for small businesses after first round of funding ran dry in less than two weeks. Truck drivers cling to hope. Details here.April 22, 2020BusinessInsurers pause policies, halt cancellations for owner-operators who can’t pay premiums due to virus slowdownTrucking insurance providers are temporarily suspending cancellations for small fleets and owner-operators amid the coronavirus pandemic. More on Overdrive.April 15, 2020BusinessNew registry gives drivers info on med examiners offering DOT exams, COVID tests, telemedicine optionsThe new DOT Mentor private registry compiles DOT medical examiners who are providing exams, as well as those offering telemedicine options and COVID-19 tests.April 14, 2020Previous PagePage 6 of 190Next PageTop StoriesRegulationsTrump regs agenda updates timelines for broker transparency, emergency braking, other rulesThe Spring 2025 Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions was released Thursday and offers an update on timing for a number of rulemakings in the works at DOT and other federal departments.Custom RigsTennessee-based small fleet car-hauler's 'Patriot' 2020 Peterbilt 389LifeCustom Kenworth W900, $50K sweeten the pot in annual Pilot Road Warrior contestRegulationsWhy state police are letting drivers placed OOS for English violations go freeFeatured SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.
