Matt ColeMatt Cole is the Senior Editor for Overdrive and CCJ. Reach him at [email protected].Pride & PolishExplosives hauler’s Western Star 5700XE with custom sleeperThe 120-inch sleeper features all the amenities of an RV with a fold-down full-size bed that, when folded up, is a table with two bench seats, a sink, two-burner stove, TV, shower, toilet, refrigerator/freezer, microwave and more.December 14, 2018BusinessDiesel prices hit eight-month lowPrices fell in all regions across the country during the most recent week with the most significant decrease being seen in the Gulf Coast region, which fell by 5.5 cents.December 11, 2018BusinessNavistar recalls 21,000 International trucks over transmission issueThe company is recalling approximately 20,916 trucks with Eaton Electronic Clutch Actuation clutches.Navistar says an internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement. Great Dane is also recalling some Freedom drop deck trailers with rear impact guard issues.December 10, 2018BusinessTrucking rap sheet: Doctors busted for med cert fraud, trucking company caught in recycling fraudAction in three trucking-related crimes – including a medical certification fraud scheme, household goods moving fraud and recycling fraud – has recently been reported by the Department of Transportation’s Office of Inspector General and the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery.December 7, 2018LifeBetter Health: Take a bite out of bad dental habitsSnacking and drinking sugary, caffeinated drinks are common among truck drivers. The habits can help cure highway boredom, but the behavior also can be detrimental to dental health.December 7, 2018BusinessIndiana group launches food bank resource for rejected food loadsFood Drop is a program developed by the Indy Hunger Network that is meant to benefit both truck drivers with rejected food loads, as well as food banks across Indiana. Drivers who get their loads rejected and are in Indiana or will be traveling through the state can find a list of food banks that can accept bulk loads of food.December 6, 2018Electronic Logging DevicesFMCSA announces denial of 10 ELD exemption requestsThe agency officially denied the requests in June and July, but it is required to publicly announce the denials in the Federal Register. Denials include petitions from OOIDA, SikhsPAC and more.December 6, 2018BusinessYokohama recalls certain commercial truck tiresThe company says approximately 529 Yokohama RY023 tires, size 295/75R22.5 (14G) that have DOT date code 2318 may have the wrong rubber compound, which could cause the tread to separate from the casing.December 5, 2018BusinessDiesel prices hit lowest national average since MayAfter a 5.4-cent decrease during the week ending Dec. 3, the U.S.’ average price for a gallon of on-highway diesel is now $3.207.December 4, 2018BusinessTruck, trailer makers issue recalls for lights, tires, power steering, morePaccar issued a recall for certain 2013-2019 Kenworth T680, T880 and Peterbilt 379 trucks; Mack and Volvo are recalling certain 2019 Mack Granite, LR and Terrapro and Volvo VHD and VNL trucks; Autocar is recalling certain 2019 Xpeditor trucks; and Wabash National is recalling certain 2014-2019 van trailers.December 3, 2018Previous PagePage 105 of 203Next PageTop StoriesEquipmentPaccar's new in-dash digital infotainment system for KWs, PetesPaccar Connect will be available in new Kenworth and Peterbilt trucks in early 2027. Also: Missouri raising some rural interstate speed limits; Volvo, Mack launch enhanced service contracts.Reader RigsThird-gen trucker carries tradition in sharp 2022 Peterbilt 389Pride & PolishThis look like a cabover? 1969 Pete 358 came stamped as a 352Partners in BusinessDiesel rising again: New tools for MPG-investment ROI, IFTA tracking, reportingEquipmentClass-action suit proceeding against Paccar over MX-13 issues
