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FMCSA pulls Nationwide ELD from registry
For the second time this week, FMCSA has revoked the certification of an ELD from its list of registered devices. Also: Two insurers with new premium reduction opportunities with telematics/camera usage.
February 3, 2023
Nationwide ELD
Is ATA starting to understand small trucking businesses?
In the first meeting of the new Congress' House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, ATA President and CEO Chris Spear spoke to the reps about issues trucking faces. Interestingly, perhaps oddly, he sounded at least at times like an owner-op.
February 2, 2023
ATA President and CEO Chris Spear
‘Common sense, you’ve got it for a reason’ -- Use your CB already, owner-ops say
And if you don’t run with a CB, get one. Too many seem to think that the CB is little more than a “movie prop from a silly movie from the 1970s,” as Kenneth Williams put it, echoing the sentiment of a bevy of truckers after a deadly highway pileup.
January 24, 2017
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Don't be dishonest with insurers to lower premiums
If you are ever tempted to -- or if anyone (a business partner, friend or even an insurance agent) suggests you should -- mislead your insurance company, don’t do it. It can mean the end of the road for your business.
February 2, 2023
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More freight fraud inbound? Pessimistic rates outlook sets the stage
The double brokers and ID thieves are most definitely back from the holiday vacation. Meanwhile, latest Bloomberg | Truckstop.com survey shows owners' increasingly pessimistic outlook for freight rates' immediate future, though some optimism remains.
February 1, 2023
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ELD ONE fighting FMCSA registry revocation
ELD ONE's CEO said the company has been working with FMCSA on the issues and has a fix in the works. Also: Snow and ice advisories across Texas; RXO brokerage offering partnership, discount plan to carriers; latest Highway Angel.
February 1, 2023
ELD ONE log
Best Fleets to Drive For Top 20 announced
Two overall winners – one each in large and small fleet categories – will be named during TCA's Annual Convention March 4-7.
February 1, 2023
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Always headed home: Owner-op pulls in profit with a single goal in mind
January Trucker of the Month Kelvin Schmidt's decade-plus career as an independent isn't, ultimately, about the trucking or simply making money. His operation's freight and rates consistency delivers profit and time back home where it belongs.
January 31, 2023
Kelvin Schmidt's 2018 Volvo, parked at home
Trucking Law: How to protect your business after a crash
Experiencing an accident is every owner-operator’s worst nightmare, and in the heat of the moment it's easy for even professionals to act against their interests. When you get involved in an accident, immediately begin to legally protect yourself.
January 25, 2023
Three images of semi-truck crashes
The most under-appreciated insurance coverage in all of trucking
After the death of an owner's spouse and passenger, it's clear that if you don’t have this coverage, or if you choose to purchase only the minimum, you could be making one of your worst business and insurance coverage decisions.
January 30, 2023
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Hours regs waived for propane haulers in three states
Governors in Nevada, South Dakota and Wyoming have issued emergency declarations over propane shortages. Also: I-15 closing in Nevada; overweight waiver extended for certain Iowa haulers; FleetPride acquires Florida repair shop.
January 24, 2023
Tanker truck on highway
Truck tonnage closed 2022 with slight increase
Overall, according to ATA, tonnage was up 3.4% in 2022. Also: HHG moving company employee ordered to pay restitution to 49 victims. Sheetz drops DEF price to 99 cents/gallon through end of month.
January 25, 2023
reefer trailers at dock
House bill offers recruiting and retention incentives, grants to truck drivers
A bill introduced into the U.S. House Tuesday proposes tax credits of up to $10,000 for eligible truck drivers and grants for new drivers.
January 24, 2023
electronic log
Owner-op finds Chicago container hauling, long-term, more lucrative than OTR
Marine vet and owner-operator Carlos Alizondo hauled in military support-operations in Iraq, but also has war stories about container hauling in his hometown of Chicago. "These guys don't know how good they have it today," he said of current conditions.
January 23, 2023
Carlos Alizondo's 1998 Peterbilt 379 daycab
Keep Trucking with small fleet owner Mike Nelms, integrating biz education into operations
In today's Overdrive Radio podcast, the story of how Nelms built a 22-truck fleet by including distinctly educational efforts into ops. Also hear how 30-year-old Caroline Correa clears $9K-$11K a month as a small fleet investor leased with Nelms.
January 20, 2023
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Colorado refinery shutdown prompts eight-state hours of service waiver
Drivers hauling gas, diesel and jet fuel in eight states are temporarily exempt from the 11-hour drive maximum. Also: Convoy intros instant bid responses in load board app; U.S. 95 closing in Vegas tonight; Highway Angel of the Year voting now open.
January 19, 2023
Suncor Commerce City refinery
With borrowing costs up, use financing relationships, experience to advantage
The U.S. economy hasn't seen hikes in the fed-funds target interest rate like 2022's in well more than a decade. With those hikes flowing into commercial truck loans, this closer look at impacts illustrates the value of long-term lender relationships.
January 19, 2023
Kelvin Schmidt's 2018 Volvo VNL 860
How to make the bid for direct customers as an independent
In any move to secure a contract with a shipper, make sure you can answer this question: Why you?
January 18, 2023
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