Kevin RutherfordOverdrive ExtraPricing yourself rightWhat sets you apart from the pack? Having a well-thought-out rate structure and a marketing plan can help.December 23, 2013Overdrive ExtraPerfecting the pairing: Designing the truck-trailer comboThe second-generation trailer in Kevin Rutherford’s Signature Series combo unit will couple to a single-drive-axle tractor and balance weight with payload possibilities, electrical efficiency and more.November 18, 2013Overdrive ExtraPushing the limit on trailer fuel economyBuilding my Signature Series trailer — a custom van by RSI and participating suppliers spec’d for maximum fuel savings.November 13, 2013Overdrive ExtraMore you can do if you do not support protest callsThe truckers’ shutdown/strike/protest is moving forward and gaining lots of media attention. The Letstruck team has spent the last three days writing, calling and e-mailing every news organization we can find contact info for. I have written a list of reasons why I do not support this group, and we have sent dozens of hard […]October 10, 2013Overdrive ExtraUse your head: Don’t shut down Oct. 11-13“Let’s make sure that the public knows there are members of the trucking industry that are informed and are a part of the political process and are not anarchist thugs.”October 7, 2013Overdrive ExtraShooting for 10 mpg and beyondDetailing the next Kevin Rutherford Signature trucks and trailers utilizing pre-emissions Fitzgerald Glider Kits engine technology among many more features toward max fuel economy.September 2, 2013Overdrive ExtraThe bypass filter advantagePart 2 in Kevin Rutherford’s series on oil-change strategy. While oil analysis gives you the information to handle drain intervals more sensibly, bypass filtration adds another dimension to save money and downtime.August 26, 2013Overdrive ExtraChange thinking, not oilUsing oil analysis can save you money in new oil, oil disposal and overall maintenance — and can alert you to emerging engine problems.July 29, 2013Overdrive ExtraThe California challengeOperators of pre-2007 trucks who currently operate in California have some tough choices coming with CARB’s truck emissions rules — here are some ways to think about them to help navigate.May 27, 2013Overdrive ExtraKnowing if you’re ready to buyAssessing net worth relative to your age says more than you think about your ability to purchase a truck and succeed as an owner-operator.April 30, 2013Page 1 of 3Next PageTop StoriesEquipmentFTC's 'junk fees' rule could protect trucking from predatory towingThe FTC's "junk fees" regulation is in effect, and it could help truckers make a strong case against some instances of predatory towing and inflated invoices otherwise, two legal experts advise.Custom RigsOversize-haul owner-op's 'clean and simple' 2020 Peterbilt 389RegulationsDataQs reform: FMCSA pivots to new state requirements for fundingSmall Fleet ChampClock is ticking: One month left to enter Overdrive's 2025 Small Fleet ChampionshipFeatured SponsorThe ALL NEW JBL FLIP 7 - Featuring AI sound boost, deeper base, longer battery life, and Auracast... it's MADE to be HEARD.
