Matt ColeMatt Cole is the Senior Editor for Overdrive and CCJ. Reach him at [email protected].Hours of ServiceShort-haul carrier asks FMCSA to expand short-haul exemption radius to 150 air milesPalmetto State Armory says its drivers pick up and deliver products between manufacturing facilities and drive to PSA retail stores. The company states current operations include trips between 103 and 109 air miles. PSA says using ELDs or keeping logs “adds substantial costs to its operation and does not increase the level of safety.”November 14, 2019BusinessTony Justice, Trucker Talent Search alumni join Christmas fundraising group for trucking familiesTrucker and singer-songwriter Tony Justice and seven TTS alumni will work with the Truckers Christmas Group to help raise awareness and funds for the 2019 campaign – TCGO’s 12th annual fundraising effort. The former TTS contestants participating are Keith Sampson, Mandi Jo Pinheiro, Taylor Barker, Paul Marhoefer, Bill Weaver, Jason Henley, and Ken Freeman.November 12, 2019Hours of ServiceIndiana governor suspends hours regs for propane haulers in stateThe executive order notes that Indiana is experiencing unseasonably cold weather, which has caused increased demand for propane to heat homes and businesses, causing a propane shortage in the state.November 11, 2019GearTrux’s heated LED headlightsHeater activates at 3º Celsius (37.4º Fahrenheit) to prevent icingNovember 10, 2019BusinessFMCSA denies request for 18.5-hour on-duty period from environmental emergency response companiesFMCSA in its denial said there is no basis to allow drivers to drive after the 18th hour of coming on duty. The companies noted its drivers would not exceed eight hours of driving time during a shift, but FMCSA said it doesn’t believe limiting drivers to eight hours of drive time offsets the safety risks of an 18.5-hour driving window.November 8, 2019Pride & PolishTennessee-based ministry’s 1985 Peterbilt 359 with airbrushed Bible-themed trailerThe driver’s side of the trailer depicts a number of Bible stories, ranging from creation to Revelation. The rear and passenger’s side of the trailer feature American flag graphics and the seals of the U.S. Army, Marines, Navy and Air Force. It also features a tribute to truck drivers.November 7, 2019BusinessTrucker files class action lawsuit against CBD gummy manufacturer after failed drug testIllinois-based trucker Trevor Darrow alleges that the JustCBD gummies he bought, manufactured by Just Brands USA, had a “No THC” label on the package. He tested positive for THC and lost his job after taking the product to help him sleep.November 6, 2019BusinessWilson Logistics petitions FMCSA to allow pre-CDL drivers to run teamWilson’s request would still require a CDL holder in the truck at all times, but not necessarily in the front seat. Wilson says the exemption would allow the CLP holder “to participate in a revenue-generating trip back to his or her state of domicile to obtain the CDL.”November 5, 2019BusinessUSDA officially legalizes interstate transportation of hempWith USDA’s interim final rule publishing Thursday, Oct. 31, in the Federal Register and taking effect immediately, drivers can now transport the crop across state lines without worry of legal troubles.October 31, 2019EquipmentOctober recall roundup: More than 2,500 Western Star trucks, small number of CascadiasDaimler Trucks North America is recalling more than 2,500 Western Star trucks and a small number of Freightliner Cascadias over issues with the sleeper door and ABS indicator light, respectively.October 31, 2019Previous PagePage 67 of 187Next PageTop StoriesCustom RigsOTR to CDL school owner: A.J. Frankie and the 'School Daze' '92 T600Frankie has been driving trucks for 40 years, but after long complaints about the quality of truck driver he was seeing on the roads, his wife told him he ought earn his right to complain. He opened a Driving Academy franchise and runs the 1992 Kenworth featured here to school almost daily.Pride & Polish'Heavy Hook' 2024 389's tall order: Promoting tow-company positivity to truckingBusinessOwner-ops, experts cautiously optimistic for 2026 rates bumpRegulationsNon-domiciled CDLs are back: New Jersey resumes issuance after FMCSA crackdownFeatured SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.
