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‘Top-tier’ most effective states ranked in ATRI crash/inspections analysis
The state of Indiana leads the way in the American Transportation Research Institute’s ranking of state enforcement departments on the effectiveness of their truck-enforcement units, based principally on an assumed relationship between crashes and traffic-enforcement activities.
August 6, 2018
Overdrive Radio
Toward reinvigorating camaraderie among haulers: Introducing road chaplain, owner-op and Overdrive Extra blogger Clifford Petersen
For regular Overdrive readers, Petersen may need no introduction, as he’s written several blog posts in recent times in which he draws on his experience over a few decades now in and out of trucking. His last time away, though, gave him a new purpose in his approach to the industry and, as he notes, a desire to leave it better than he found it initially.
August 6, 2018
Business
Owner-op busted in Maryland with nearly 24 pounds of illegal drugs
San Diego-based owner-operator Marco Popovich was arrested after officers found large amounts of heroin, fentanyl and an “unknown white powder substance” in his truck during a traffic stop.
August 6, 2018
Business
Court: UPS policy unfair to drivers who are injured or disabled
A federal court has concluded UPS Ground Freight’s union contract discriminates by paying less to employees temporarily unable to drive because of medical conditions than those with licenses revoked or suspended for non-medical reasons.
August 6, 2018
Business
CFI driver named Highway Angel for pulling fellow driver to safety after crash
Jerry Miller pulled another trucker to safety whose truck overturned in a crash. A fuel tank exploded shortly after Miller pulled the driver to safety.
August 6, 2018
Business
Beverage hauler seeks waiver to extend hours of short-haul logging exemption
Allied Beverage Group wants their drivers be allowed to report back to their work-reporting location within 14 consecutive hours without losing their short-haul exemption.
August 6, 2018
Business
Apex Capital giving away $2,000 in cash at GATS this month
Apex Capital announced it is giving away $2,000 in cash at the Great American Trucking Show later this month. In its “Get Paid Today” giveaway, Apex will give away the cash in increments randomly throughout the show, culminating in a $500 giveaway on Saturday.
August 6, 2018
Business
Nine finalists named in Trucking’s Top Rookie contest
The finalists have been chosen for the Mike O’Connell Trucking’s Top Rookie Award. Read all about the finalists as well as what the award entails.
August 3, 2018
Business
Test your pre-trip skills in contest at GATS
The Great American Trucking Show will see which truckers are up to date on pre-trip inspection skills. More on the pre-trip inspection contest on Overdrive.
August 3, 2018
Business
Dart announces pay increase for OTR owner-ops
Effective September 1, Dart Transit will be increasing pay for their OTR owner-operators. This will give drivers the chance to earn $165,000 or more per year.
August 3, 2018
Business
Spot rates recede slightly, still hot in all three segments
Spot market rates eased in July from their record highs in June, according to monthly rates data from Truckstop.com. Read details on Overdrive.
August 3, 2018
Business
Hours regs suspended in three states due to wildfires
Wildfires in the pacific northwest have engulfed parts of California, Oregon and Washington and truck drivers have been given temporary exemption from HOS.
August 3, 2018
Business
Diesel Forward, Diesel Laptops to collaborate on diagnostics, parts
Diesel Laptops and Diesel Forward have reported that the two companies will partner up to provide more robust technical and diagnostics support. Learn more here
August 3, 2018
Business
Two fundraisers to benefit St. Christopher Truckers Fund ongoing this month
Three prominent truck stop chains are participating in a fundraiser started specifically for St. Christopher Truckers Relief Fund. Get the details on Overdrive.
August 2, 2018
Overdrive Extra
The chicken-little tactics behind the ‘driver shortage’
Here is a breakdown of how and why the trucking industry continuously responds to the shortage of truck drivers. Some aren't taking the bait anymore.
August 2, 2018
Business
Toyota to begin testing next iteration of its hydrogen-powered Class 8 tractor
Toyota has released the second version of their hydrogen powered class 8 truck. It's based on a Kenworth tractor. Click here to read all about the new truck!
August 2, 2018
Business
Despite seasonal dip, rates still ‘sky-high,’ with flatbed market tight nationwide
Despite spot market rates dipping slightly, they've dropped from record highs set in the month of June. Get more details on the spot market rates on Overdrive.
August 2, 2018
Overdrive Extra
Road and bridge money’s on the table, but don’t hold your breath
President Trump campaigned with big promises to the nation's infrastructure, but there is still uncertainty surrounding the topic. Details on Overdrive Online.
August 2, 2018
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