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As a spot rates sag might loom, truckers would be wise to seek alternatives
More trucks competing with fewer spot market loads in the near term will put downward pressure on rates. That could continue through the year as shifting consumer habits and natural market cycles contribute to a bearish environment for spot rates.
January 26, 2021
Business
In blockbuster deal, UPS selling off UPS Freight to TFI for $800M
Approximately 90% of the acquired business will operate independently within TFI International’s LTL business segment under its new name, “TForce Freight.”
January 25, 2021
Overdrive Radio
Regulated rates, wildcatting, deregulation: A brief history of U.S. trucking
A special tour through the rise of the owner-operator in exempt agricultural markets from the 1930s, to wildcatting later, deregulation later still -- and this cabover monument to one owner's heritage.
January 22, 2021
Regulations
Buttigieg talks trucking regs in Senate hearing
Pete Buttigieg, President Joe Biden’s pick for Transportation Secretary, testified Thursday morning in front of a smattering of Senators as the first step in the Senate’s role in confirming him as part of Biden’s Cabinet.
January 21, 2021
Regulations
Biden administration freezes regs for review
What are owner-ops' income expectations for 2021?
January 21, 2021
Regulations
Trucking's exemption from Calif. break laws upheld
A high-level court has sided with the U.S. DOT in exempting trucking companies from California's meal and rest breaks laws. And other news: No enforcement delay yet for Canadian ELD. New Love's in Indiana. More 'book it now' freight options.
January 19, 2021
Business
Analysts optimistic on trucking after chaotic year
2020’s strong second half and prospects for continued high freight demand bode well into 2022, FTR says. However, several factors will affect the timing and intensity of further recovery.
January 18, 2021
Overdrive Radio
Beware: Human smugglers luring truckers along the border
In this week's Overdrive Radio podcast, Chief Matthew Hudak of the Laredo section of the U.S. Border Patrol emphasizes how professional drivers can help combat a sharp uptick in human smuggling/trafficking via tractor-trailers.
January 15, 2021
Regulations
Here are the drivers on FMCSA's new advisory panel
The new panel will provide feedback to FMCSA on issues of safety, hours regulations, training, parking, and more. And other news: New front air suspension available for W990; Melton doubles tarp pay; construction on I-11 in Henderson, Nevada.
January 15, 2021
Partners in Business
Compete with cut-rate carriers by ‘hauling value,’ knowing your numbers, calculating decisions
From 2020's Overdrive's GATS Week last August, owner-operator trucking business coaches Kevin Rutherford and Gary Buchs discussed cost-cutting, key numbers, buying new v. used and more in this session.
August 26, 2020
Regulations
FMCSA proposes new split sleeper pilot program
FMCSA is proposing a pilot program to study 5/5 and 6/4 options for drivers to split their sleeper berth time. And other news: The agency's inflation-adjusted fines for regs violations; Be wary of increased traffic, delays in D.C. next week.
January 14, 2021
Business
After weakened demand in 2020, diesel prices jump back to pre-pandemic levels
The Department of Energy projects fuel prices will stay flat in 2021, while others believe retail diesel prices will continue to climb above and beyond $3 a gallon through the year.
January 12, 2021
Channel 19
SBA auditing truckers' insurance in wake of pandemic disaster loans: Two owners' stories
If you're one of the untold number of owner-operators who took an SBA disaster loan in the spring of 2020, last month you may well have been contacted to verify insurance -- how two operators dealt with it (one smoothly, one not so much).
January 12, 2021
Trucking Law
Protect yourself against questionable brokers
in this Trucking Law installment, find six important things to know to protect your interests in dealing with brokers/freight forwarders unable or unwilling to pay. For one, carriers should ensure their name is shown on the bill of lading. More here...
January 11, 2021
Business
Mexico-based trucker shut down following crash, failed drug test
FMCSA has effectively shut down a Mexico-licensed trucker after a crash in Georgia, a failed drug screening and HOS violations. And other news: TCA unveils its 2021 Best Fleets to Drive For top 20; Love's opens seven new Speedco locations.
January 8, 2021
Regulations
Trucking trends to watch in 2021: Speed limiters, insurance regs and more
What's on deck for trucking in 2021? Potentially, revival of regs like speed limiters and new mandatory insurance minimums. Also, the freight recovery rolls on -- but for how long? Those issues and other trends to watch in 2021...
January 8, 2021
Business
Welcome to the new Overdrive
We have unveiled a completely new look at OverdriveOnline.com to enhance your user experience and launched a comprehensive redesign of the Overdrive daily email newsletter and the weekend edition newsletter.
January 7, 2021
Business
DOT Secretary Chao resigns, citing ‘troubling’ events at U.S. Capitol
Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao, who has been part of President Trump’s cabinet since his first weeks in office, will resign in wake of the riots at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday.
January 7, 2021
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'Gangster Hauler': Al Capone-themed 1967 Kenworth W925
Airbrushed murals around the rig feature Al Capone and similar 1920s-era gangster themes, while the rig's interior depicts a barroom scene, complete with a chandelier, mounted Tommy guns and more.
Regulations
Court shoots down operator’s driverless warning-device waiver lawsuit as FMCSA gives 5-year extension
Regulations
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