Matt ColeMatt Cole is the Senior Editor for Overdrive and CCJ. Reach him at [email protected].BusinessMore than 4,000 Freightliner trucks affected by two separate recallsDaimler Trucks North America issues two separate recalls impacting more than 4,000 Freightliner trucks. Check out the details of each recall on Overdrive.September 10, 2018LifeProgressive expanding health tips for truckers, partnering with St. Christopher Truckers FundFrom in-cab recipes to workout routines truckers can do in or around their trucks, check out Progressive's health tips designed for truck drivers.September 10, 2018LifeDriver gets inside access to college football team through truckingHarris enjoys hauling van freight across the country during the week and hauling Arkansas State University's football equipment on the weekends during the fall.September 7, 2018BusinessConcrete pavers group seeks relief from 30-minute break, 12-hour short-haul limitACPA says two similar organizations have already been granted exemptions from the 30-minute break provision and an exemption from the 12-hour short-haul limit.September 7, 2018BusinessIndiana governor announces 35 percent toll increase for trucksIndiana Gov. Eric Holcomb announced that a 35% toll increase would become effective starting Oct 5, 2018 for Class 3 trucks and above. Learn more on Overdrive.September 6, 2018BusinessProgressive launches usage-based insurance program based on ELD dataProgressive announces its Smart Haul program is designed to adjust insurances rates based on data collected from drivers' ELDs. Learn more on Overdrive.September 6, 2018Hours of ServiceSecond HOS listening session set for next week in D.C.FMCSA said it is seeking feedback from drivers and other industry stakeholders on four key areas when it comes to hours reform. Details here on Overdrive.September 5, 2018BusinessHours regs suspended for Tropical Storm Gordon relief haulersThe declaration is in effect for Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Texas and Oklahoma. More information here on Overdrive.September 5, 2018BusinessNTSB: Steer tire blowout likely cause of deadly New Mexico truck-bus collisionLast week a tractor trial and Greyhound bus accident that left eight people dead appears to have been caused by a steer tire blowout on the truck. Details here.September 4, 2018BusinessBe wary of increased cargo theft activity during Labor Day weekendCargoNet says truckers can protect their trucks and cargo by avoiding leaving their equipment unattended in metropolitan areas and by using secured lots with high-visibility lighting, secure fences and security.August 29, 2018Previous PagePage 95 of 184Next PageTop StoriesMaintenanceOwner-ops adapt conservative approach to ever-expanding diesel service intervalsWith engine manufacturers recommending oil change intervals in newer equipment as long as 75,000 miles, owner-operators largely play it safe, with more than half still changing oil in less than 15,000-mile intervals. At once, there's maintenance savings in extended drains, and better fuel mileage can help you get there.Overdrive ExtraRed, white and 'Little Blue': The story of owner-operator Raiko GraveranCustom RigsThe ‘Maximum Overdrive’-themed 1999 Western Star that made a marriagePride & PolishOverdrive's Pride & Polish: Vote for your favorite rigs todayFeatured SponsorHowes
