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ATRI seeks carriers' insurance data to study rising costs
ATRI is planning to study the impacts of rising trucking insurance costs on the operational costs of the industry. Also: Watch for increased police activity on I-95 through Saturday; Love's opens new Speedco locations; mega carrier boosts owner-op pay.
April 9, 2021
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Owner-ops aren't company drivers for a reason
Fundamentally, though abuses of the contractor model are real in many industries, including in trucking, owner-ops seek ownership for a reason. ATBS details strong 2020 income to benchmark against, worries about ABC contractor test, much more in podcast.
April 9, 2021
Business
Fleet owner admits to participation in 'pay-to-play' bribery scheme, PPP fraud
A Utah-based trucking company owner pleaded guilty recently for his role in two separate fraud schemes, according to the IRS. Also: Interstate closure planned in Minn. this weekend; new TA Express in Wisconsin; new Pete dealers in Wash. on the way.
April 8, 2021
Business
Another Calif. court opinion says A.B. 5 should apply to trucking
Despite the recent opinion from a state-level appellate court, trucking remains exempt from A.B. 5 while a larger lawsuit plays out in a federal court. Also: Operation Safe Driver Week set for July with focus on speeding; more.
April 6, 2021
Business
Paccar Financial celebrating 60th anniversary with financing deal
Paccar Financial is offering reduced payments for 60 days on truck purchases. Also, new extended clearance height for van decking system; Firestone announces tire price increase.
April 2, 2021
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Weighing an engine rebuild vs. a truck trade
When you've got to choose between overhauling an engine or trading in an aging truck, there's a lot to consider. Here's how owner-ops Phil and Annett Albert made the decision.
April 2, 2021
Business
Trucking groups weigh in on Biden's infrastructure plan
ATA criticized certain provisions in the plan, while truck stops are on board with the idea of expanding electric vehicle investments. Also: Peterbilt's new electric truck cost calculator; in-cab video system now available through Geotab; more.
April 1, 2021
Business
Spot market: Flatbed demand climbing like it's early 2018
Flatbed rates are ripe for the picking with capacity tight, as some owners have no doubt move to the historically high rates, and lower physical demands, of van and reefer. National average flatbed load-to-truck ratios have soared as in early 2018.
April 1, 2021
Business
Biden unveils $2 trillion infrastructure plan
The proposed American Jobs Plan includes less than 10% of its funding for improving highways and bridges. Also, FMCSA shuts down Nevada-based trucker after multiple DUI arrests; and Pilot revamped its app and rewards program.
March 31, 2021
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Partners in Business tip: Factors that influence interest rates
Want to know what factors most influence your credit rating and, thus, your interest rates for truck loans? Here’s what you need to know.
March 31, 2021
Parking
Congress again eyes funding for truck parking expansion
A bill was reintroduced to set aside money for states to expand truck parking. Also, the deadline to apply for PPP funding has been extended; diesel prices dropped for the first time since November; and a fleet is increasing pay for its owner-operators.
March 30, 2021
Voices
Under-21 interstate drivers: Most owner-ops say no
Just about a third of readers support in some measure. Among the no votes, one urged "better training programs, better trainers, better treatment from DOT and law enforcement, more parking places, and other incentives to help drivers stay and not quit."
March 30, 2021
Business
Biden admin favors vehicle miles traveled tax, but ATRI report cautions costs could outweigh benefits
DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg and the Biden Administration are considering a vehicle miles traveled tax for infrastructure funding, but an ATRI report found costs of such a tax could outweigh the revenues. Also, Werner driver recognized by CVSA; more.
March 29, 2021
Business
U.S. Senate approves PPP application deadline
With the U.S. Senate passing a bill extending the deadline to apply for Paycheck Protection Program, the measure now goes to President Biden. His signature would extend the March 31 application deadline to June 30.
March 26, 2021
Life
Driver recognized after pulling young boy from fiery crash
A trucker helped extinguish a fire and pulled a 9-year-old out of a vehicle when he drove up on a crash scene. Also, a new ATA board will look to bridge the gap between trucking and law enforcement; J.B. Hunt integrates load board with KeepTruckin; more.
March 26, 2021
Business
Cargo theft volumes, average values increased in 2020
An increase in thieves targeting pandemic-related supplies drove cargo thefts up in 2020, Sensitech reports. Also, Kenworth Mid Atlantic opened a new parts and service dealership in Bel Air, Maryland; and Trucker Tools has partnered with the ERoad ELD.
March 25, 2021
Hours of Service
Legislation looks to ease HOS regs for livestock, ag haulers
A bill reintroduced in the Senate would relax HOS regs for livestock and ag haulers. Also, the owner of a Rhode Island-based trucking company was sentenced for falsifying FMCSA documents; and TA donates to St. Christopher Fund.
March 24, 2021
Partners in Business
Partners in Business tip: Properly spec your tires
Did you know that properly spec'ing your tires can save you money? Spec'ing your tires can reduce tire cost per mile and reduce fuel cost per mile. Learn more.
March 24, 2021
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