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Broker transparency: The final call for comments

Ahead of the formal comment period for FMCSA's broker transparency proposal closing Tuesday, January 21, this look at docket commentary revealed argument for and against the proposal.

January 17, 2025

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Broker transparency: 8 in 10 owner-operators predict positive impacts for rates

With FMCSA closing its comment period on increased broker transparency, a look at what hundreds of owner-operators really think about the transparency issue, from freight rates to carrier rights.

January 16, 2025

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February 19, 2025

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Used-truck sales, spot rates surge to close 2024

Preliminary data from ACT Research showed that used Class 8 retail sales volumes were up 23% in December. Also: Spot rates up over holidays; Michigan CDL school seeks waiver for under-21 trainees; new truck-friendly health clinic opens in Tennessee.

January 15, 2025

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Overdrive Extra

Truckers' top 5 priorities for the incoming Trump administration

There's plenty owner-operators want rolled back by the incoming government -- FMCSA's speed-limiter mandate, aggressive EPA regs -- yet also clear acknowledgement of the role of government in parking infrastructure, broker transparency regs, and more.

January 15, 2025

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Shell Rotella launches new fuel card

Shell Lubricants

The Shell Rotella Fuel Card features savings on fuel, multiple credit options, fraud protection from pump skimmers and more.

January 14, 2025

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Carrier-vetting firm, brokers 'overstepping' in onboarding: Owner-ops

Can today's digital carrier vetting protocols work for owner-operators running paper logs? Owner-ops' longtime data-privacy concerns are well-known and well-founded, but here Highway gives some answers and maybe even a solution.

January 14, 2025

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Overdrive Radio

Hacked? How to contain the damage, or better avoid the hackers entirely

In this Overdrive Radio edition, a variety of ways to spot fraud in phishing emails and on fradulent rate cons, and in the very voice on the phone who might purport to be someone you know, or from a company you know.

January 13, 2025

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Overdrive Extra

Be wary of third-party trucking dispatch services

Necessary knowledge for independent owner-operators in today’s world includes knowing how not to put yourself in a position to be victimized by a bad actor. Using an unregulated, uninsured dispatch service could put you at that very kind of risk.

January 10, 2025

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$10/month to vet yourself for a broker? Carrier vetting's latest turn

Verified Carrier offers a new type of defense for carriers against "carrier vetting gone wild." Could $10/month be a small price to pay to end the madness?

January 9, 2025

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FMCSA revokes registrations of six ELDs

The removal of the six ELDs from FMCSA's Registered Devices list brings the total to 15 since mid-November.

January 8, 2025

178,000 CDLs downgraded? What really happened in November

After the November 18 deadline for CDL downgrades of all "prohibited" drivers in the FMCSA's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, did rates improve? Did anything actually happen? Maybe not.

January 7, 2025

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FMCSA's random drug-testing rate for 2025

The rate will remain at 50% for random drug tests and 10% for random alcohol tests. Also: Iowa 80 Group settles with EPA over alleged Clean Water Act violations; Sutton Transport acquired by Pitt Ohio; 2025 market outlook webinar upcoming.

January 7, 2025

OOIDA's virtual 'fireside chat' on broker transparency proposal

The association will be answering questions from truckers as the comment period on FMCSA's brokered freight transparency proposal winds down. Also: Revolving door keeps spinning between FMCSA, autonomous firms; Atlas Canada acquires customs brokerage.

January 6, 2025

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POLL: What's your trucking outlook for 2025 business?

Owner-operators, how do you expect your business' income to trend in 2025? Weigh in here and see where your trucking peers stand looking out into the mist ahead.

January 6, 2025

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Overdrive Radio

Tour-haul 'special forces': Small fleet owner Josh Rickards builds the team

Specialized in concert-tour and other entertainment hauling, Rickards puts sharp focus on creating opportunity for the fleet's leased owner-operators through honesty and transparency in leasing agreements and business in general.

January 6, 2025

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DOT increases fines for regs violations to reflect inflation

The annual adjustment to civil penalties for violations of certain DOT regulations is required by law. Also: Biden signs into law a streamlining of TSA background checks for Hazmat/TWIC; trucking activity down in November.

January 2, 2025

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Independence and Growth

Getting your own authority: Basics of filing, insurance and avoiding common mistakes

For an owner-operator intending to secure freight from brokers or direct customers independent of another trucking company, motor carrier authority is a must. Follow these steps to obtain authority and avoid common application errors.

January 1, 2025

Independence and Growth

What are your rights, recourse options when a broker doesn’t pay?

Clearly, nonpayment has been an issue for plenty owner-operators in Overdrive‘s audience over the years. In response to polling, three in four reported taking some recourse in the event of nonpayment. Here, details on bond claims, finer points, and more.

January 1, 2025

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The heavy-haul/oversize trucking niche can be lucrative for owner-operators who know the ins and outs of the business. That doesn't come immediately, nor without significant challenges. Shown here is owner-operator Jason Chamberlain's 1985 Kenworth W900B, powered by a Big Cam Cummins with a 13-speed. He owns two trailers -- a 55-ton, three-axle XL Specialized RGN and a 2017 Benson three-axle, low-pro step deck.

High-dollar freight means high cost consideration: Heavy and oversize hauling

There is a lot of nuance to the heavy-haul/oversize trucking niche. Equipment is more expensive, insurance requirements are higher, permitting and pilot cars add operational costs and much more. Are the rates worth the hassle?

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Harlan Martin and 'Barney,' the purple 2023 Pete 389 with custom air ride, more mods

Florida Crash

DOT calls out 'despicable' state failures on ELP, CDL rules after deadly crash

Pressure And Handling

Proper pressure -- key for tire, driver longevity and owner-ops' bottom lines

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Rise of the 'non-domiciled CDL' for non-citizen truck drivers: Safety, rates, security

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