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Hazmat renewal waiver extended through 12/31
It’s official: Expirations of hazmat endorsements put off through at least the end of the year. Verizon Connects adds driver-facing camera option to platform. Small fleet admits to falsified e-log records. Rand McNally releases upgraded OverDryve Pro navigation device.
October 29, 2020
Voices
Support among truckers for Trump and Biden tracking at familiar levels
Donald Trump remains the preferred candidate among 75% of readers and his political donations from the trucking industry reflect as such. Details on Overdrive.
October 29, 2020
Overdrive Extra
Hotshot trucker’s tough 2020 ride: Slow loads and a major breakdown, but ‘hope for a bright spring’
Hotshotter Matt Tabor discusses the impact of 2020 on his hotshot trucking operation while looking forward to a brighter spring. Details on Overdrive.
October 29, 2020
Business
Parking, ELDs among top trucking concerns for drivers
Owner-operators view truck parking, the ELD mandate and driver compensation as the top issues facing the trucking industry, according to results of ATRI’s annual Top 10 Trucking Industry Issues survey. And other news: Sears Seating seats are now standard on select Peterbilt models.
October 28, 2020
Business
Brokers, carriers and their advocates at loggerheads in FMCSA listening session
For carriers who commented at FMCSA's session, the regulations can expose the dishonest among brokers. For the honest broker, they're altogether unnecessary.
October 28, 2020
Channel 19
An indie dispatcher’s growing pains meet an owner-op in search of service after ‘every man for himself’ pandemic crunch
In unfamiliar areas, Jose Williams thought to turn to a young dispatch service after reading about them here during the summer. Here's his mixed experience.
October 28, 2020
Business
Brake Safety Week sidelined more than 5,000 trucks
CVSA inspectors placed more than 5,100 trucks out-of-service during August’s Brake Safety Week. And other news: Freightliner partnered with autonomous tech firm Waymo; St. Christopher hosting online auction; U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree’s tour announced; CDL discount from Hot Shot’s Secret.
October 27, 2020
Channel 19
Medical resources hiding in plain sight
This trucking association's app offers owner-operators a '24/7 Doctor' function to its members but isn't getting as traction as it could. Read more here.
October 27, 2020
Business
Unlike restrictive Calif. law, feds’ rule on owner-operators allows them ‘to work the way they want’
For the first time, the Department of Labor is intent to define how to determine if a worker can be deemed an independent contractor under federal law.
October 26, 2020
Overdrive Extra
Growing a fleet? Don’t forget this basic rule
Treating your drivers like family is a good start for growing your small fleet. Heed this advice and more from three of Overdrive's Small Fleet Champ finalists.
October 26, 2020
Business
New Jersey-based trucker effectively shut down after fleeing scene of fatal crash
A trucker was effectively shut down by FMCSA after reportedly causing a fatal crash and fleeing the scene. And other news: Three guilty pleas in staged-accident fraud scheme; updated Mack MP8HE engine; tech tip on preventing air line fitting cracks.
October 26, 2020
Overdrive Extra
This bill is hard to predict, easy to ignore, but always comes due
If you let taxes be a psychological manipulator, they'll interfere with logical decision-making. Learn how to improve your business outcomes here on Overdrive.
October 26, 2020
Business
Wyoming adding winter truck parking to I-80
Wyoming DOT has started a multi-year project to bring more truck parking to I-80 for when the intestate is closed for winter weather. And other news: Pilot is raising money for Wreaths Across America; a trucker named a Highway Angel for helping after a crash.
October 23, 2020
Overdrive Radio
Sell service, haul value, build relationships — words to the wise, from a longtime independent
Owner-operator Artie Daniel built his business selling service to the customer, whether broker or shipper, for long-lasting connection. More in Overdrive Radio.
October 23, 2020
Business
Trucker who drove into crowd of protesters in Minnesota now facing charges
The driver of a tanker that drove into a large crowd of protesters in Minneapolis in May is now being charged with two crimes. Other news: Diesel engineers looking at new ways to boost fuel economy, reduce emissions; NASTC’s 2020 Driver of the Year team announced; more
October 22, 2020
Channel 19
Welcome to the ‘deckplate diner,’ can I take your order?
As the coronavirus continues to impact daily life, truck drivers note that truck stop food-service patterns have shifted most during their stops. More here.
October 22, 2020
Truck Stops
Continuing proliferation of self-serve mobile tech reducing in-person contact at truck stops
As the coronavirus continues proliferating, drivers and truck stop operators are minimizing contact with more tech-based innovations. Details here on Overdrive.
October 22, 2020
Overdrive Extra
‘It’s right there in the law’: Owner-operator talks forced ELD switch, pressing brokers on rates transparency
"As a trucking company and as a contractor, you have the right to take advantage of that and have the broker submit that info to you. It's up to you."
October 21, 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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