Matt ColeMatt Cole is the Senior Editor for Overdrive and CCJ. Reach him at [email protected].BusinessMan pleads guilty after scamming $1 million from truckers, brokers in double brokering schemeA Maryland man admitted that he obtained Comcheks or similar services from brokers by posing as legitimate trucking companies and agreeing to transport freight. They then re-brokered the same loads to actual trucking companies and received payment from brokers for services they didn’t provide.October 2, 2019BusinessFMCSA grants HOS relief to truckers hauling food, water for firefighters responding to disastersThe drivers can extend their on-duty time from 14 hours to 16 hours, while still driving a maximum of 11 hours in a day. They can also use on-duty, not-driving time to satisfy the 30-minute break requirement under the terms of the exemption.October 1, 2019BusinessEarly-season winter storm prompts emergency declaration in MontanaAn early-season winter storm that dumped more than four feet of snow in some parts of the Pacific Northwest prompted Montana Gov. Steve Bullock to declare a state of emergency, suspending hours of service regulations for truck drivers assisting in recovery efforts.September 30, 2019BusinessFMCSA officially adopts rules requiring background checks for hazmat CDL endorsementThe finalization of these interim final rules has no bearing on current drivers or carriers, as the rules have been in place since 2003 and 2005, respectively. The rules require drivers to undergo a TSA background check or hold a TWIC in order to receive a hazmat endorsement on their CDL.September 30, 2019BusinessSeptember recall roundup: Medium-duty Peterbilt tractors, vocational Autocar trucks, moreA recent recall announced by Paccar affects a small number of medium-duty Peterbilt trucks for issues related to steering components, while an Autocar recall includes a small number of vocational trucks for a potential steering issue.September 30, 2019BusinessTech company petitions FMCSA to allow camera systems to replace mirrors on trucksVision Systems North America says its Smart-Vision system provides the same functionality and view as traditional mirrors but with high-definition cameras and interior displays. The system consists of multiple digital cameras mounted high on the exterior of trucks.September 25, 2019BusinessDangers of hemp hauling: Truckers caught in the weeds of federal-state conflictThough the federal government has taken steps to legalize hemp production and distribution, the minutiae of the changes have caused headaches for drivers and carriers caught hauling hemp in restrictive states, with some being slapped with felony marijuana trafficking charges.September 24, 2019BusinessNew California laws require smog check for trucks, accelerate move away from diesel trucksTwo bills signed into law last week by California Gov. Gavin Newsom will further crack down on heavy-duty diesel trucks in the state. One law establishes “smog checks” for trucks to register and/or operate in the state, while the other is designed to accelerate the move away from diesel-powered trucks to zero emissions vehicles.September 23, 2019Hours of ServiceDrivers, carriers offer mixed reactions to proposed hours changesMany comments already submitted agree with the proposed changes, while others think it will allow carriers to extend drivers’ working day by three hours. Other commenters mostly agree with the changes but would prefer more flexibility with the 30-minute break and the sleeper berth split.September 20, 2019Pride & PolishBandit Series cancels Iowa race for poor weather forecastOne race now remaining on 2019 scheduleSeptember 20, 2019Previous PagePage 86 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
