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Business: Page 259

Business
Progressive launches usage-based insurance program based on ELD data
Progressive announces its Smart Haul program is designed to adjust insurances rates based on data collected from drivers' ELDs. Learn more on Overdrive.
September 6, 2018
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Wildfires prompt closures of I-5 in Northern California, truckers forced to abandon their rigs
As wildfires spread across Northern California, officials close almost 50 miles of I-5, prompting drivers to abandon their vehicles. Take a look on Overdrive.
September 6, 2018
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ATRI seeking driver input on detention impacts
The American Transportation Research Institute is asking truck drivers for their perspectives on how they are affected by detention at shippers and receivers.
September 6, 2018
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Dyne Systems introduces portable dynamometer
The mobile system is made for testing OTR tractors. The AC dynamometer is unique as it provides both power-absorbing and motoring integrated into the trailer.
September 5, 2018
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Pricing transparency, contract terms and more to consider in variety of factoring arrangements
VP of Sales at D&S Factors talks about keeping it simple in factoring arrangements with independent owner-operators and small fleets. Learn more on Overdrive.
September 5, 2018
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EPA investigating concerns about glider kit emissions research
The EPA is investigating research conducted about glider kit emissions in 2017 after a lawmaker called the study into question. Get the details on Overdrive.
September 5, 2018
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Hours of Service
Second HOS listening session set for next week in D.C.
FMCSA said it is seeking feedback from drivers and other industry stakeholders on four key areas when it comes to hours reform. Details here on Overdrive.
September 5, 2018
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Hours regs suspended for Tropical Storm Gordon relief haulers
The declaration is in effect for Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, Arkansas, Texas and Oklahoma. More information here on Overdrive.
September 5, 2018
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Capacity, awareness keys to alleviating trucking’s parking shortage, panel says
A panel at the Great American Trucking Show discussed the truck driving industry's truck parking shortage while offering suggestions for improvement. More here.
September 5, 2018
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Voices
Trucking ‘in trouble’ if it doesn’t solve the payroll problem for drivers
Peter Harrigan says that if all trucking companies started paying that rate, the millennial would be flocking to this industry. Details on Overdrive.
September 5, 2018
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After historic upward run, spot market rates settle during typical seasonal declines
Rates surged in April, May and June, cresting at record highs in June before receding some in July and August.
September 4, 2018
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Court dismisses drivers’ lawsuit against TransAm Trucking
The case claimed that the two classes of drivers were misclassified as independent contractors according to state and federal law. Details here on Overdrive.
September 4, 2018
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Hopeful and careful-what-you-wish-for dynamics in reader commentary in wake of FMCSA’s hours moves
Everybody's favorite subject of debate -- the hours of service rule -- has engendered plenty among Overdrive's mostly owner-operator readers.
September 4, 2018
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Speed limit reduced on I-74 through Champaign, Illinois
Illinois DOT reduces speed limit from 70mph to 60mph on a five-mile stretch of I-74 near Champaign, Illinois. Learn more on Overdrive.
September 4, 2018
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How to make effective comments on hours change
Make your voice be heard! Be clear, concise, & focused when submitting your comments about hours of service change to the FMCSA before Sep. 24, 2018.
September 4, 2018
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NTSB: Steer tire blowout likely cause of deadly New Mexico truck-bus collision
Last week a tractor trial and Greyhound bus accident that left eight people dead appears to have been caused by a steer tire blowout on the truck. Details here.
September 4, 2018
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Quicker pay, lower fees trending for factoring, other fast cash
Factoring companies are taking smaller slices for their quick-pay services as competition has increased for truckers’ business. New offerings from mobile-pay platforms could push those trends further.
September 4, 2018
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Summit diesel-tech rodeo results
Nathan Holden of Little Rock, AR, walked away as the winner at the 6th-annual Summit Truck Group Technician Rodeo on August 11, 2018. Learn more today.
September 3, 2018
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