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Business: Page 268

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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
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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
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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
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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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Watch: Driver tries to squeeze through narrow space but gets clipped — Preventable?
From Overdrive sister site CCJ’s Preventable or Not video series: Operator John Doe tried to skinny through a narrow space when a snack van swung open its doors and hit his straight truck. Watch this video to find out whether the crash was preventable.
August 1, 2018
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Senate passes bill to extend ELD waiver for livestock haulers through Sept. 2019
The Senate recently passed a bill that exempts livestock haulers from ELD mandate compliance for another year. Get more details on Overdrive.
August 1, 2018
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Drivers warned of potential scam with South Dakota truck dealership
The South Dakota Dept. of Revenue is warning the public of a fictitious truck dealership claiming to be located in Rapid City, South Dakota. More on Overdrive.
August 1, 2018
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Business
Trucking rap sheet: Two more plead guilty to disabling emissions control devices
This edition of the trucking rap sheet features violations of the Clean Air Act, falsifying medical certificates and drug tests and moving company scams.
August 1, 2018
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Business
UPS partners with Thor to develop and test electric delivery trucks
UPS says it is willing to help in testing Thor Trucks' fully electric Class 6 delivery truck. Check the details of UPS and Thor teaming up to test on Overdrive.
August 1, 2018
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Gear
Rand McNally’s combo headphones, headset
Rand McNally’s ClearDryve 200 combination stereo headphones have a removable second earpiece that turns the headphones into a mono headset, and the boom microphone swings out of the way when not in use and can be muted. The headset is designed to switch t
August 1, 2018
Business
Tools to help truckers get their jobs done
Check out this list of tools that any truck driver could get used to in their trucking jobs. Products range from tablets to bluetooth headsets and more.
August 1, 2018
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CVSA to collect data on underride guards during normal inspections Aug. 27-31
From August 27-31, 2018, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance will conduct a Rear Impact Guard Check. Details and more information here on Overdrive.
July 31, 2018
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Business
Last chance to register to enter Great GATS Giveaway
Tomorrow, August 1st is the last day to be entered into the Great GATS Giveaway. The grand prize includes two-night accommodations and much more. Details here.
July 31, 2018
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Cummins recalling half a million engines on voluntary basis due to degradation of emissions-control systems
According to a report from the Environmental Protection Agency, Cummins has officially instituted a recall of half a million model-year 2010-2015 engines.
July 31, 2018
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Here are the citations ATRI says most closely correlate with crash risk
ATRI says it analyzed data from over 435,000 drivers over a two-year period to determine factors that can raise crash risk by 50 percent.
July 31, 2018
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Trucking History
Truckstop Ministries founder ‘Chaplain Joe’ passes away
Rev. Joe Hunter founded Truckstop Ministries back in 1981 and was diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer in 2016. Details on Chaplain Joe here on Overdrive.
July 30, 2018
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Overdrive Extra
Why $6,000 from Chicago to Long Island is no longer enough
Huck Northcutt is a former Army cook turned flatbed driver. This Face of the Road recounts nightmare loads and what trips just aren't worth the money anymore.
July 30, 2018
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Business
Indiana DOT planning I-465 closures in September for construction project
The project will include pavement removal and replacement, concrete bridge approach replacements, bridge joint replacements and asphalt and concrete patching.
July 30, 2018
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