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, 2015Pride & PolishChampTruck 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 191 of 203Next PageTop StoriesPride & PolishClassic 1965 Peterbilt 351 restored twice by same ownerOwner Craig Betcher bought the truck and restored it to work, at least part time. But during the course of a haul, another motorist pulled out in front of him, rolling and totaling the truck. Betcher rebuilt it a second time, now as a show truck.Trucker of the YearCNG the 'future of trucking': Kevin Campbell on his best move yetElectronic Logging DevicesFMCSA will 'hold violators fully accountable' after ELD fraud scandal revealedReader Rigs1985 Kenworth W900B keeps five-trailer, three-truck biz flexibleSmall Fleet ChampChamp-finalist fleet and the brokerage-AI shift: Otto Transfer
