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Channel 19
New dispatch platform hopes to combine best of leased, independent models in one package
The SmartHop dispatch platform offers easy load booking and support for dry van and reefer long-haul owner-operators and small fleets. Learn more on Overdrive.
July 22, 2020
Business
Ryder, Loadsmart now offering instant load booking for carriers
Ryder and Loadsmart have each announced separate partnerships that enable the companies to offer instant load booking to owner-operators and carriers. In other news: Autocar is adding six advanced safety features to the ACX severe-duty cabover. Pipeline contractors seek an HOS waiver.
July 22, 2020
Small Fleet Champ
Truck leasing a perfect fit for Ohio regional fleet STS Delivery Services
STS Delivery Services is a dynamic company. Get a behind the scenes look at what makes this small fleet champ semi-finalist stand out from the trucking crowd.
July 22, 2020
Electronic Logging Devices
After ‘ELD scars,’ savvy owner-ops look for functionality, features, privacy in choosing e-logs
As owner-operators now have, in most cases, years of experience dealing with ELDs, they're more savvy buyers of electronic logging devices.
July 22, 2020
Channel 19
Tale of two PPP loan-forgiveness applications
As many small businesses begin filling out applications for PPP loan forgiveness, read all about two owner-operators' on-going experiences here.
July 21, 2020
Business
Large truck stop chain requiring customers to wear masks beginning July 29
One of the nation’s largest truck stop chains will require customers to wear masks beginning July 29. Pilot has named a new CEO that will take over the role in January. Form 1099-NEC is replacing 1099-MISC as the principal reporting form used by carriers paying independent contractors from 2020 forward.
July 21, 2020
Business
Real Women in Trucking names 2020 Queens of the Road
Three women have been named Queens of the Road by the Real Women in Trucking. A ceremony will be held Aug. 29 in Las Vegas. In other news: A trucker was named a Highway Angel for stopping to help a motorcyclist who hit a deer. A new diesel option for expediters in cargo vans.
July 20, 2020
Small Fleet Champ
Young fleet PTS Worldwide clears hurdles for direct military contracting
Owner-operators Rick and Nancy Poulos mastered the art of military freight contracting before growing. What makes PTS a Small Fleet Champ semi-finalist, here.
July 20, 2020
Electronic Logging Devices
As ELD provider list narrows, questions arise over accuracy of DOT registry
As the ELD market shifts, questions have arisen over whether FMCSA can keep the registry up to date.
July 20, 2020
Business
FMCSA Trucking Safety Summit set for Aug. 5
Despite many other tax deadlines being delayed due to COVID-19, the heavy vehicle use tax deadline is still Aug. 31. FMCSA has rescheduled its “Trucking Safety Summit” for a virtual conference on Aug. 5. The general public is still leery of sharing the road with robots, survey shows.
July 17, 2020
Business
More than 100K trucking companies leaned on COVID financial aid program
Over 100,000 trucking companies applied for and received over $12 billion in Paycheck Protection Program loans. Learn more about the details on Overdrive.
July 17, 2020
Small Fleet Champ
Growth and driver pay benefit as Golden Rule shines at John McGee Trucking
As a finalist for Overdrive's 2020 Small Fleet Champ award, John McGee tells of how he got his start hauling and what drives his trucking operation.
July 17, 2020
Custom Rigs
The ‘Lady in Red’ 1989 Freightliner cabover, in miniature
Owner-operator Bixler's early Christmas turned early birthday gift: a custom-made scale model of his long-running 1989 Freightliner Cabover, the 'Lady in Red.'
July 16, 2020
Trucker Talent Search
See Trucker Talent Search’s William Penny perform original song ‘Gettin’
William Penny, an over-the-road truck driver, sings his original "Gettin'" for this year's Overdrive-Red Eye Radio's Trucker Talent Search. Listen here.
July 16, 2020
Electronic Logging Devices
Owner-operators, some already forced to switch ELD providers, stare down turbulent e-log market
Could the electronic logging device market be headed for consolidation? If so, what does that mean for owner-operators and small fleets? Find out on Overdrive.
July 16, 2020
Business
Volvo offering virtual truck walkarounds during pandemic
Restrictions in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic have prompted Volvo Trucks North America to offer customers the opportunity to participate in live video walkarounds of pilot trucks. Also, the St. Christopher Fund received a $62.5k donation; Love’s and Pilot are hosting fundraising campaigns; and more.
July 16, 2020
Gear
Del City’s face masks
Del City’s KN95 Particulate Respirators are constructed from five layers of melt-blown nonwoven fabric. The disposable face masks feature two elastic ear loops and an adjustable metal nose clip for a comfortable secure fit. They come in packs of 20 and ar
July 15, 2020
Hours of Service
POLL: Will the revised hours of service affect rates come September?
Some watchers see the flexibility-enhancing portions of the hours of service revisions, currently set to implement September 29, as in general increasing over-the-road capacity without adding a single truck — do you think implementation will ultimately affect truckload rates? Weigh in here, and tell us why in the comments.
July 15, 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.
Custom Rigs
'One thing led to another' for Lacoh Transport's custom 2024 Peterbilt 389 build
Regulations
ELD tampering in crosshairs for CVSA’s annual Roadcheck blitz
Regulations
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