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A tough run continues for young Liam Salmon and his family
Owner-operator Howard Salmon's four-year-old son, Liam, continues his battle with cancer. His story spreads through campaigns large and small. More here.
October 12, 2020
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Business
FMCSA sets date for virtual listening session on broker transparency
FMCSA will host a listening session later this month on broker transparency. In other news: FMCSA is also looking to expand its under-21 military driver pilot program by making nine additional MOS eligible for the program. Cargo theft incidents in the third quarter increased year-over-year.
October 9, 2020
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Gear
Swisher’s 3-in-1 truck-trailer multi-tool
Swisher’s Huckleberry’s Hammers 3-in-1 Truck-Trailer Multi-Tool is designed to help reduce and/or eliminate back and shoulder injuries caused by truckers bending over at awkward angles when performing trucking-specific activities. The tool is engineered t
October 9, 2020
Overdrive Extra
‘If I go over 3 hours on a break, does it count against my 14?’ — More questions and answers about new HOS regs
What happens if you go over the three hours on the shorter break? Does it go toward your 14 hours? That and more explored here...
October 9, 2020
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Business
Hours regs suspended in five states for hurricane relief haulers
FMCSA is suspending hours regs for hurricane relief haulers in five Gulf Coast states. Daimler is recalling 128,000 Freightliner Cascadia trucks. Colorado DOT and Colorado State Patrol are partnering to educate truckers about controlling speed on downhill mountain passes, such as Wolf Creek Pass.
October 8, 2020
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Overdrive Radio
Answering hours questions, as some ELDs falsely flag errors when new rule options used
In this edition of the Overdrive Radio podcast, we answer truckers' hours of service questions and dive into reported issues of ELD snafus under the new regs.
October 8, 2020
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Business
Deadline for extended tax filing arrives next week
“Taxpayers who did not request an extension and have yet to file a 2019 tax return can generally avoid additional penalties and interest by filing the return as soon as possible and paying any taxes owed,” says the IRS.
October 7, 2020
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Business
KeepTruckin load board makes its debut with brokerage partners
KeepTruckin's freight matching system was debuted with brokerage partners and is free to trucking users with KeepTruckin accounts. Details on Overdrive.
October 7, 2020
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Channel 19
Sundown symphony: Voices, air horns blend at National Mall
Video from horn-honking sundown runs mixed with the voices of advocacy at 10-4 on D.C. Attendees' efforts benefited an area food bank and Truckers Final Mile.
October 6, 2020
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Business
Hino enters electric truck field
Hino on Monday became the latest trucking OEM to toss its hat into the electrified ring. In other news: Pilot is selling ribbons to benefit the St. Christopher’s fund.
October 6, 2020
Hino Trucks and Toyota Motor North America will jointly develop a Class 8 fuel cell electric truck for the North American market.
Business
Per-mile spot rates hit 2018 levels as spot market boom continued in September
Per-mile rates paid to motor carriers on Truckstop.com's board last month reached heights of late 2018 — largely considered one of the best years on record.
October 5, 2020
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Business
Court approves Prime Inc. settlement with 40,000 drivers, including some owner-operators
Here’s where to claim your portion of a settlement if you worked with the carrier. In other news: Electric-powertrain truck developer rings in the opening bell at the NYSE. And cyber attack risks make a big move up 2020 business concerns survey.
October 5, 2020
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Overdrive Extra
‘Johnny Appleseed of Southern comedy’ reflects on the end of an era
Laughing Hyena Records has catered to truck drivers for nearly 50 years. Take a stroll down memory lane as well as a look at the future with Arnie Hoffman.
October 5, 2020
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Business
NHTSA fatal crash stats show no change for large trucks in 2019
NHTSA’s report shows there were 5,005 fatalities in crashes involving at least one large truck in 2019, compared to 5,006 in 2018. Montgomery Transport announced a fourth quarter bonus program for its drivers. Pilot reopened a travel center in Gila Bend, Arizona.
October 2, 2020
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Business
A passion for trucking — scenes from 10-4 on D.C. on the National Mall
Passionate truckers join together for 10-4 on D.C. in hopes of making things better for future generations. Look at scenes from this year's 10-4 on D.C. here.
October 2, 2020
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Business
ICYMI: Pandemic boosts telehealth’s inroads with trucking
Overdrive's "No Turning Back" series examines the possible longer-term impacts of the coronavirus pandemic on the trucking industry. Read the full story here.
October 2, 2020
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Business
Former acting FMCSA chief joins self-driving tech firm
Jim Mullen, the former Acting Administrator of the FMCSA, has joined self-driving technology company TuSimple to serve as its Chief Legal and Risk Officer, effective immediately. ELD provider Pedigree has partnered with Drivewyze to offer weigh station bypass services.
October 1, 2020
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Voices
Vote-by-mail concerns many readers
The increase of vote-by-mail ballot options for this year's presidential election, in a state with multiple voting options, worries many Overdrive readers.
October 1, 2020
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'She's the rock': Owner-operator Patrick White leans on solid partner in tough times
The January Trucker of the Month credits here tells a story of perseverance through accidents and injuries, and building a team around him to excel despite the barriers fate’s thrown at him. His rock-solid biz foundation? Ashlyn White, his wife, who nominated him for the honor.
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'One thing led to another' for Lacoh Transport's custom 2024 Peterbilt 389 build
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FMCSA issues Final Rule banning non-domiciled CDLs almost entirely
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Pride & Polish
Overdrive’s annual Pride & Polish virtual truck show attracts entries from across the nation showcasing show-quality design, mechanical ingenuity and plenty of trucking-business pride. Find recent-history awards shows, in-depth features about the winners, and more.
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