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Giving back: Pink Kalmar Ottawa yard spotters auctioned to benefit breast cancer research
Pink Kalmar Ottawa yard spotters were auctioned in October for breast cancer reearch, resulting is a $28K plus donation check to the Susan G. Comen foundation.
November 24, 2020
Business
Carriers’ operational costs fell from 2018 to 2019
ATRI’s annual Operational Costs in Trucking report found that the per-mile costs of trucking contracted from $1.821 in 2018 to $1.652 in 2019 – a 9% decrease. And other news: The updated ag, livestock definitions take effect Dec. 9; more IRS guidance on PPP loan forgiveness; free Thanksgiving meals for truckers.
November 24, 2020
Business
Ask Gary: ‘Should I refinance my house to pay off my truck?’
Should you consider refinancing your home to pay off a lease-purchase agreement on your truck? Gary Buchs answers the question on Overdrive.
November 24, 2020
Overdrive Extra
Learning to see: Your recognition could solve a crime, save a life
Truck drivers' vigilance and recognition of a myriad situations along the highways could solve a crime and save a life. Take these two men as examples.
November 23, 2020
Business
Cargo theft trending up year-over-year
SensiGuard reports cargo theft numbers increased by 7% in the third quarter year-over-year. And other news: RLS Logistics is expanding its direct-to-consumer services; Love’s is giving away prizes to truckers; and a trucker was named a Highway Angel for the second time.
November 23, 2020
Trucker of the Year
Finalists compete for big cash prizes in annual owner-operator contest
The finalists for the 2020 Owner-Operator of the Year award compete for a $25,000 cash prize. Learn more about the award here on Overdrive.
November 23, 2020
Voices
POLL: How are you spending the Thanksgiving holiday this year?
Whether on the road or at home, working or not — how’s this year shaping up for your experience of the Thanksgiving holiday November 26? Weigh in via this poll.
November 20, 2020
Business
Closed I-75/71 bridge expected to reopen Dec. 23
Kentucky officials expect to have the I-75/71 bridge over the Ohio River repaired and reopened by Dec. 23. And other news: Convoy updated its drop-and-hook program; Shell is preparing for its Starship 2.0 cross-country trip; Loadsmart landed a $90M investment; American truckers saluted; more.
November 20, 2020
Overdrive Radio
What can owner-operators expect from a Biden administration?
This week's edition of Overdrive Radio features OOIDA's president helping forecast what a Biden administration may mean for independent truckers. Listen here.
November 20, 2020
Business
Contract opportunities, strategy shifts for the smallest carriers
In addition to direct freight contracts, COVID-19 has opened myriad other new opportunities for nimble small fleet owner-ops, some with brokers. Read more here.
November 20, 2020
Business
Brokers looking to help stem rates volatility with more predictable freight
To help keep rates leveled, a few prominent brokerages are floating new ways to lock in freight offerings for owner-operators. Details on Overdrive.
November 19, 2020
Business
FMCSA clarifies definitions of ag, livestock in HOS regs
FMCSA has updated and will soon publish the definitions of “agricultural commodity” and “livestock” as they pertain to the hours of service regs. And other news: Cargo theft activity is expected to increase next week; and a trucker was named a Highway Angel for helping prevent a suicide attempt.
November 19, 2020
Business
Mid-month spot market check-in: Reefer, van rates rise even as demand indicators fall
Van and reefer spot rates continue to improve even as volumes tick down, and platform loads' rates crept from October highs. Get all the details on Overdrive.
November 19, 2020
Business
Watch: Postal inspector details steps to take to derail crooks in double-brokered freight fraud
Postal Inspection Service inspector Stephen Cohen notes it’s virtually impossible to stop someone from using your name once your identifying information is compromised, yet a few extra steps taken early can immediately derail some double-brokering schemes aimed at your payment.
November 19, 2020
Channel 19
Another annual tradition thrown off in this crazy year
With the National Association of Small Trucking Companies' announcement, a window on the planned address by FMCSA chief Wiley Deck in this prepared video.
November 18, 2020
Business
International updates severe-duty HX lineup
Almost five years following its initial launch, International Trucks plans to refresh and beef up its severe-duty HX Series. And other news: Truckers in Michigan be on lookout for invasive spotted lanternfly; Loadsmart adds LTL and rail loads; DAT offers three-day-average rates for analysis.
November 18, 2020
Business
No Turning Back: New era for direct freight
Contract innovations are emerging due to COVID-19 economic turmoil and are translating to long-term opportunities for the smallest truckers. More on Overdrive.
November 18, 2020
Business
Further extensions of CDL-related COVID waivers unlikely, official says
And more from FMCSA top brass and CVSA: a common misconception about the short-haul exception, new split-sleeper-berth usage, crash preventability, and more.
November 17, 2020
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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.
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Court shoots down operator’s driverless warning-device waiver lawsuit as FMCSA gives 5-year extension
Regulations
No more paper numbers: U.S. military freight update, amid ‘shadowy’ practices
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