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News roundup, April 16: Uber Freight adds in-app bidding, Convoy covering costs of food bank loads
Uber Freight has added functionality to its freight-matching app to allow truckers to bid on certain loads, instead of pricing loads based solely on its algorithm. Drivewyze is adding three more states to its temporary rest area parking notification system. Digital broker Convoy is footing costs for food bank donations.
April 16, 2020
Business
Week-over-week freight plunge: 42% falls out of spot market in week ending April 12
DAT Solutions notes that for the week ending April 12, load post volumes across segments were down another 42%. More information here on Overdrive.
April 16, 2020
Business
Truckers âthe foot-soldiers carrying us to victoryâ: Trump thanks drivers at White House lawn ceremony
President Donald Trump on Thursday took the the White House lawn to state his appreciation for the nation's truck drivers in an event organized by the American Trucking Associations.
April 16, 2020
Voices
POLL: Have you/your business been approved for relief funding?
News emerged Thursday, April 16, that appropriated funding for the SBAâs Paycheck Protection Program COVID-19 relief had hit its limit with little more than a week and a half of taking applications. Did you apply to it or another program and achieve a result? Weigh in here.
April 16, 2020
Business
News roundup, April 15: OOIDA asks grocers for more access to supplies for truckers
OOIDA penned a letter to grocers asking them to make certain supplies, including paper towels and hand sanitizer, available to truck drivers. TSA has extended the expiration date by 180 days for TWIC cards that expire on or after March 1, 2020. A section of I-5 in Los Angeles will close next weekend.
April 15, 2020
Business
Insurers pause policies, halt cancellations for owner-operators who canât pay premiums due to virus slowdown
Trucking insurance providers are temporarily suspending cancellations for small fleets and owner-operators amid the coronavirus pandemic. More on Overdrive.
April 15, 2020
Channel 19
Former hauler Ed Millerâs âA Truckerâs Taleâ memoir of his trucking days, out now
Former truck driver Ed Miller has released his memoir 'A Trucker's Tale: Wit, Wisdom, and True Stories From 60 Years on the Road'. Learn more here on Overdrive.
April 15, 2020
Gear
Hot Shotâs Secretâs LSI Chemical Hand Sanitizer
Hot Shotâs Secretâs LSI Chemical Hand Sanitizer is available in multiple bottle sizes, including 16-ounce, 32-ounce, 64-ounce, 1-gallon and 5-gallon, as well as bulk sizes including 55-gallon and 330-gallon. Using the formulation recommended by the World
April 15, 2020
Business
Entries for Overdriveâs Small Fleet Champ award contest due May 10
The contest highlights successful small fleet owners. The winner will have demonstrated growth, above-average profit, and adherence to the industryâs best practices, all pointing to long-term stability and growth potential. The deadline to enter is May 10.
April 15, 2020
Channel 19
Whatâs changed at the docks? Virtually âeverythingâ
Truckers sound off on the good, the bad and the completely frustrating new protocols instituted by shippers and receivers. Details on Overdrive.
April 14, 2020
Business
Small fleets and owner-operators feel more pain as cutbacks roil trucking
As with the prior two weeksâ surveys, respondents believe the freight market will get even worse as the coronavirus crisis continues. Details here on Overdrive.
April 14, 2020
Business
New registry gives drivers info on med examiners offering DOT exams, COVID tests, telemedicine options
The new DOT Mentor private registry compiles DOT medical examiners who are providing exams, as well as those offering telemedicine options and COVID-19 tests.
April 14, 2020
Business
News roundup, April 14: Severe weather outbreak prompts hours of service suspension in South; I-15 lane closure ongoing, tomorrow
FMCSA issued a regional emergency declaration for 10 Southeastern states following a severe weather outbreak over the weekend. Navistar is extending its production shutdown. A Houston-based trucker was named a Highway Angel. Truckers can get a free lunch in Oregon Thursday.
April 14, 2020
Overdrive Extra
âThe more essential Iâm gettinâ, the stinkier I getâ â another week gone by âŚ
Rule to live by: Tip those who clean the showers well, says Long Haul Paul Marhoefer in his latest dispatch. Read more here on Overdrive.
April 13, 2020
Overdrive Extra
âPeople are desperateâ: Fraudsters target vulnerable truckers with COVID scams
Owner-operators and small fleets exploited by fraudulent hackers using the fear, uncertainty and confusion surrounding COVID-19. Stay informed with Overdrive.
April 13, 2020
Business
News roundup, April 13: More than 450k KW, Peterbilt trucks recalled; Goodyear partners with Convoy to offer discounts to owner-ops
Paccar is recalling more than 450,000 Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks for an ABS warning light issue. A new partnership between Goodyear and Convoy offers discounts on tires and more to Convoy members. ATHS is moving its annual convention and truck show to fully online.
April 13, 2020
Gear
Fairbanks Scalesâ vehicle scale instruments
Fairbanks Scalesâ FB7100 Series Vehicle Scale Instrument line is suited for general single-scale operations. The four models in the line â the FB7101, FB7111, FB7102 and FB7112 â are designed for user-friendly operation, reliability and consistency, with
April 13, 2020
Overdrive Radio
Listen: Channel One-Nine Special from Over the Road â Mechanics
In this Channel One-Nine Special from Over the Road, Ingrid Brown and others answer listener questions surrounding semi-truck basics. Listen here on Overdrive.
April 13, 2020
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