Matt ColeMatt Cole is the Senior Editor for Overdrive and CCJ. Reach him at [email protected].BusinessLegislation proposed to allow 91,000-pound trucks on U.S. highwaysRep. Reid Ribble Ribble says allowing heavier trucks on U.S. highways would reduce congestion and increase industry capacity. OOIDA, who generally opposes weight increases due to safety concerns and increased infrastructure wear, has said it opposes the bill.September 10, 2015BusinessCon-way acquired in $3 billion deal, will be rebranded as XPO LogisticsThe acquisition will make XPO the second largest less-than-truckload carrier in North America, the company says. Con-way Freight, Menlo Logistics, Con-way Truckload and Con-way Multimodal will all be rebranded as XPO Logistics.September 10, 2015Custom RigsChampTruck racing series gears up for Nebraska visit this weekendMotorsports Park Hastings and Hastings, Neb., will play host to the Meritor ChampTruck World Series race this weekend, the seventh in the series’ inaugural season.September 9, 2015Overdrive ExtraTime for a ‘no truck’ list? Recent CDL recipient spurs the questionMinnesota’s recent issuance of a CDL to a man already forbidden to board U.S. planes begs the question: Does the U.S. need a list of those who aren’t allowed to obtain CDLs?September 8, 2015BusinessDiesel price rises for first time in four monthsThe country’s average diesel price increased by 2 cents this week, breaking a streak of 14 consecutive weeks of prices declines across the United States, according to the Department of Energy’s weekly report.September 8, 2015BusinessTrucking rap sheet: FMCSA drug testing firm shut down, CDL third-party tester convictedSeveral trucking-related crimes were announced by the Department of Transportation Office of Inspector General this week.September 8, 2015Pride & Polish25 for 25: Bill Hall’s 2007 Peterbilt 379 Legacy EditionThe silver and purple Pete features plenty of stainless steel and other customized features that make it stand out in the gravel pits in San Antonio when it’s picking up and dropping off loads.September 4, 2015BusinessFMCSA committees meeting this month to talk driver healthThe Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has announced a joint meeting of its Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee and its Medical Review Board.September 3, 2015BusinessCargo theft warnings issued for Labor Day weekendThe threat for cargo theft is greater than normal this weekend, cargo theft prevention firms warn.September 3, 2015BusinessU.S. diesel average nears $2.50, at lowest point in over 6 yearsThe average price for a gallon of diesel is now $2.514 — the lowest since July 2009.September 1, 2015Previous PagePage 170 of 182Next PageTop StoriesRegulationsFMCSA makes it easier to call out bad brokers with National Consumer Complaint Database updateFMCSA gives its National Consumer Complaint Database whistleblower portal an "overdue tech upgrade" it's calling "a win" for truck drivers and carriers as it gets easier to report bad brokers.Small Fleet ChampSkin in the leased owner's game: Oberman Logistics' simple, transparent plan for expansionOverdrive RadioSleeper berth: Will truckers be able to split as they see fit?Small Fleet ChampDerrick Wolfe has built a 'sweet' business in New York's Finger Lakes regionFeatured SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.
