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Business
Some truckers losing big in GM strikes
Though the ongoing strikes by United Auto Workers at General Motors appear to be nearing an end, some carriers have been hit hard by the lingering work stoppage, with one reporting having laid off more than 50 drivers and losing more than $100,000 a day in revenue.
September 26, 2019
Voices
POLL: Have you filed a coercion complaint under the rule protecting drivers?
Proposed in tandem with the ELD mandate, the prohibition against entities coercing or attempting to coerce drivers to violate a regulation with threats of punitive action (withholding work/payment, disciplinary measures, and the like) has been active since early 2016. Have you ever filed a complaint with FMCSA under the rule?
September 26, 2019
Business
FBI offering reward for information on fugitive believed to be trucker
The FBI is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading directly to the arrest of an Ohio man believed to be working as a truck driver or dispatcher. Izmir Ali Koch was indicted for failure to self-surrender at a West Virginia prison to carry out his sentence.
September 26, 2019
Business
Up-and-down demand volatility continues on spot market with weather hampering activity
Spot truckload freight activity slowed last week as Tropical Storm Imelda brought severe rain and flooding to Houston and other nearby areas, disrupting supply chains across the South and Midwest. And: Howâs $2.85 average rate for a reefer out of Denver sound? âŚ.
September 26, 2019
Business
Trucker named Highway Angel for stopping to help fellow driver hit by passing vehicle at roadside
Terry Whittington learned the man was a driver for Roehl Transport who had pulled over to check his equipment when he was struck by a U-Haul vehicle pulling a car. The U-Haul had drifted toward the right shoulder when it struck the driver. His legs were badly crushed and was in shock and losing a lot of blood.
September 25, 2019
Overdrive Extra
Never underestimate a South Carolina watermelon hauler: Carroll Fulmer and Leon Everette
The latest in âLong Haul Paulâ Marhoeferâs âFaces of the Roadâ series with country legend and current gospel singer Leon Everette: âI was surprised to learn that Everette attributed his past success in the music business in part to a trucker by the name of Carroll Fulmer. ⌠Yeah, that Carroll Fulmer âŚâ
September 25, 2019
Business
News roundup, Sept. 25: Loveâs offering $1 coffee, trucker sings anthem at MLB game, TruckPark updates with more spaces
Loveâs will offer large size coffee and hot beverages for $1 on Sept. 29-30 to celebrate National Coffee Day. TruckPark announced a new partnership that expands its reservable parking locations. A trucker sang the National Anthem at a Washington Nationals MLB game for Driver Appreciation Week.
September 25, 2019
Business
Tech company petitions FMCSA to allow camera systems to replace mirrors on trucks
Vision Systems North America says its Smart-Vision system provides the same functionality and view as traditional mirrors but with high-definition cameras and interior displays. The system consists of multiple digital cameras mounted high on the exterior of trucks.
September 25, 2019
Voices
POLL: Whatâs your take: should the House of Reps impeach the President?
On Tuesday, Sept. 25, the House speaker formalized several investigations of alleged executive wrongdoing under a banner of an impeachment inquiry/set of proceedings. Whatâs your take on the effort and whether reps should vote to impeach if they get to that point?
September 25, 2019
Business
Dangers of hemp hauling: Truckers caught in the weeds of federal-state conflict
Though the federal government has taken steps to legalize hemp production and distribution, the minutiae of the changes have caused headaches for drivers and carriers caught hauling hemp in restrictive states, with some being slapped with felony marijuana trafficking charges.
September 24, 2019
Channel 19
New low-cost payments/collections platform geared toward small biz
The Melio payments/collections service offers small trucking businesses and brokers the ability to cut a check or directo deposit to a vendor from a bank-account/debit source for no fee â 2.5 percent in the case of a credit card. Similar terms apply for use of the service for easing collections between small businesses, whether carrier or broker.
September 24, 2019
Business
News roundup, Sept. 24: Fatigue-detecting headgear makes U.S. debut, Star chiropractor cracks truckersâ backs
Volvo touts its dynamic steering system with the help of a high-profile chiropractor. SmartCapâs âLifeBandâ headgear can be worn under a cap and uses EEG technology to measure brain activity to detect fatigue. NASTC named its 2019/2020 Driver of the Year Team.
September 24, 2019
Business
New California laws require smog check for trucks, accelerate move away from diesel trucks
Two bills signed into law last week by California Gov. Gavin Newsom will further crack down on heavy-duty diesel trucks in the state. One law establishes âsmog checksâ for trucks to register and/or operate in the state, while the other is designed to accelerate the move away from diesel-powered trucks to zero emissions vehicles.
September 23, 2019
Business
News roundup, Sept. 23: Woman bites truck-stop camel, fuel prices jump following Saudi attack
A woman who ignored signage to follow her dog into the Tiger Truck Stopâs camel enclosure resorted to unique measures to get away from the agitated animal. The U.S.â diesel prices jumped 8 cents in the wake of an attack on a Saudi Arabian oil field. Cat Scale announced a price increase.
September 23, 2019
Overdrive Extra
Study: Truckers rank high among sleep-deprived workers
Among professional drivers and others in transportation, sleep-deprived workers rose 28% from 2010 to 2018.
September 23, 2019
Voices
Preventing convex mirror cracks in winter
The latest âHighway Hack,â with a few preventive measures: Seal the housing when installing replacement mirrors. Manually create moisture drain if thereâs not a drain hole thatâs obvious upon installation. If one is obvious, make sure any existing drain is correctly positioned.
September 23, 2019
Electronic Logging Devices
Goodbye, AOBRD: Shifting loyalties, yard moves and other challenges
Considering options with any ELD provider when making an upgrade from AOBRD technology can involve much more than just the basic differences between regulatory requirements of AOBRDs and ELDs â many devices come with a host of ancillary functions. Also: More on yard moves, edits and other new challenges.
September 23, 2019
Gear
NoSweatâs anti-sweat hat liner
NoSweat is a disposable moisture-wicking performance hat liner made with the companyâs SweatLock technology engineered to instantly absorb sweat and prevent hats from becoming stained. The liner is designed to stick to the inside of any hat and is made wi
September 22, 2019
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