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As freight demand revved, carrier spending on leased and independent small fleets and owner-ops ballooned in 2018
With economic growth accelerating through the first roughly two-thirds of 2018, larger carriers seemingly turned to smaller carriers and owner-operators to help handle the influx of freight demand, according to notes within earnings reports from large, publicly traded trucking companies.
February 28, 2019
Business
I-24 outside of Nashville closed until March 15 after mudslide
TDOT expects to reopen both lanes of I-24 eastbound in northwest Davidson County on March 15 after a landslide at mile marker 42 closed the road Feb. 23.
February 28, 2019
Channel 19
Remembering Eddie Karwaski of former Penn. small fleet Apple House Trucking
Karwaski passed a year ago this past Tuesday, Feb. 26, says his daughter. Apple House Trucking closed in 2007 as the recession took hold, after having grown to a height of around 50 trucks in the early 1990s. Earlier than that, its distinctive blue/gold/white paint scheme was featured twice in Overdrive.
February 28, 2019
Business
Tools to help truckers get their jobs – and meals – done
In this month’s Gear Guide: A look at a few in-cab cookware items.
February 28, 2019
Voices
POLL: Have detention times improved since the ELD mandate came into play?
What’s been your experience at shippers and receivers since the ELD mandate came into play in late 2017? Have detention times gotten shorter, longer, stayed the same? …
February 27, 2019
Business
Legislation in Congress would allow under-21 interstate truckers
A bill recently introduced to Congress would allow CDL holders under the age of 21 to cross state lines in interstate operations. More on Overdrive Online.
February 27, 2019
Business
Trucking Law: Things to consider after an accident
If you are in a trucking accident then you need to be self aware when it comes to legally protect yourself. Learn more right here on Overdrive Online.
February 27, 2019
Gear
Stertil-Koni’s LED tubes for platform lifts
Stertil-Koni, a provider of heavy-duty vehicle lifts, introduced an enhanced high-performance LED lighting system for both its Skylift platform and four-post systems. The goal is to increase area-specific under-vehicle lighting for greater shop safety and
February 27, 2019
Business
Small fleet growth isn’t limited to adding trucks
Small trucking fleets do not have to have more trucks in order to grow as a fleet. They can grow in other ways. See how right here on Overdrive Online.
February 27, 2019
Business
New location for Carolina KW dealer
Worldwide Kenworth of South Carolina's location has officially moved to a full-service and leasing facility in Summerville, South Carolina. More on Overdrive.
February 27, 2019
Overdrive Extra
No time left for you: Bottlenecks and detention
Due to the recent findings in the ATRI study on the worst freight bottlenecks, it should be no surprise that infrastructure is a hot topic once again.
February 27, 2019
Hours of Service
FMCSA officially confirms it’s proceeding with proposal for hours of service overhaul
The head of the FMCSA confirmed that the agency is planning to propose a rule to overhaul hours of service regulations. Learn more here on Overdrive Online.
February 26, 2019
Channel 19
Tuesday round-up: The boomerang of brokers’ claims offsets; LGBTQ trucking; large carrier channels inner owner-op on ‘shortage’
Check out Overdrive Online's lastest trucking industry roundup news which focuses on freight brokers, LGBTQ truck drivers and the truck driver shortage.
February 26, 2019
Business
Peterbilt names Dealer of the Year
Peterbilt recently honored and recognized its Dealer of the Year, The Peterbilt Store network, which operates operates 16 truck sales and service locations.
February 26, 2019
Voices
POLL: Where should U.S. focus be during summit with North Korea this week?
What should be principal point of emphasis during the U.S. summit with North Korea this week: Nuclear disarmament or containment, relationship-building toward the long game of the former, human rights and individual liberties in the country or other finer points? Weigh in here …
February 26, 2019
Business
I-10 near Phoenix narrowed to one lane overnight through Friday
The Arizona Dept. of Transportation will narrow eastbound Interstate 10 down to one lane overnight for three consecutive nights. Learn more here on Overdrive.
February 26, 2019
Business
New York lifts empty truck ban on DOT roads, maintains ban on portion of Thruway
The New York DOT has lifted its ban on empty tractor-trailers and tandems on DOT roads, but the ban remains in effect for the New York State Thruway. More here.
February 25, 2019
Business
Group ask Congress to allow 33-foot doubles
An organization that represents a number of prominent trucking companies recently renewed its call for longer trailers. Learn more here on Overdrive Online.
February 25, 2019
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'Great news for spot rates'? Supreme Court rules against Trump emergency tariffs
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