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Business: Page 299
Trucker of the Year
Philip Keith, yearâs top owner-operator, wins $25,000
Keith, leased to WEL Companies of De Pere, Wisconsin, has driven more than 5 million accident-free miles. The contest is produced by TCA and Overdrive.
March 27, 2018
Electronic Logging Devices
ELD headaches: Dealing with technical glitches and other equipment issues
Much has been made about the operational challenges of running under more rigid hours with an electronic log. Now, three months into the mandate, some truckers new to e-logs are experiencing technical malfunctions that jeopardize compliance.
March 27, 2018
Business
Fastrak âEvolutionâ rolling tarp system
First showcased this past week at the Mid-America Trucking Show, TarpStopâs  Fastrak Evolution ânext-generation rolling tarp system brings automation to the rolling tarp market.
March 27, 2018
Electronic Logging Devices
Analyst predicts deluge of ELD violations starting April 1
The forecast is based on examination of three monthsâ worth of ELD citations issued in a soft-enforcement, temporary violation category, said Vigilloâs Steve Bryan, speaking to a panel at the annual meeting of the Truckload Carriers Association near Orlando, Florida.
March 27, 2018
Electronic Logging Devices
Trucker Path adds compliant ELD to app
Trucker Path has added a compliant electronic logging device system to its smartphone and tablet app. The ELD device will be free, with monthly subscription fees starting at $8, and users will manage their logs through Trucker Pathâs app.
March 27, 2018
Business
TCA names Bison Transport, Central Oregon Truck as âBest Fleets to Drive Forâ
The companies received the recognition from the based on their comprehensive programs to create positive work cultures through compensation packages, operational strategy, career development and work-life balance, among other factors.
March 27, 2018
Business
More than 1,300 Autocar, Hino trucks recalled
The Autocar recall affects approximately 1,320 model year 2014-2018 Xpeditor trucks equipped with a factory-installed methane detection system. Hino Motor Sales USA also announced a recall that affects approximately 45 model year 2018-2019 NE8J, NJ8J and NV8J trucks.
March 27, 2018
Business
App-based freight matching service Convoy intros auto-detention pay, new load features
Payable on the first minute of the third hour at a shipperâs facility, drivers can simply request detention pay through the press of a button within the Convoy app.
March 27, 2018
Business
Watch: Goodyearâs annual Highway Hero winner tells the story of saving two after crash
When he came upon a crash, trucker Frank Vieira applied pressure to a bleeding victim with one hand and called 911 with the other â while simultaneously using his foot to move a fainted driverâs leg from the road.
March 26, 2018
Business
California owner-operator wins new Peterbilt 567 in SuperFan contest
Rick McClerkin was announced as the winner of Peterbilt's SuperFan contest.
March 26, 2018
Electronic Logging Devices
Garmin intros nav units with dashcam, ELD capabilities
Garmin introduced last week a new line of 7-inch truck navigation units â the dÄzl 780 LMT-S model and the premium dÄzlCam 785 LMT-S. Both come pre-loaded with Garminâs eLog app and include Bluetooth functionality, among other features.
March 26, 2018
Channel 19
Monday round-up: MATS hours session descends to chaos, truckers plan D.C. return
Chaos mars a Mid-America hours of service seminar conducted by FMCSA as anti-regulatory emotion boils over; and some of those participating, among others, plan to return to D.C. for demonstrations beginning April 9.
March 26, 2018
Business
FMCSA boss talks potential for hours of service review, hot-topic regs in exclusive Overdrive interview
Ray Martinez, who assumed the role of administrator of the U.S. DOTâs Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration in late February, sat down in an exclusive half-hour interview with with editors from Overdrive in March, discussing topics like hours of service, ELDs and more.
March 26, 2018
Business
Three drivers earn recognition as Pilot Flying J âRoad Warriorsâ
For winning the contest, Mike Sheeds will receive a $10,000 cash prize. Terry Lee of Robert, La., and Desiree Ridley of Davenport, Fla., were also recognized as second- and third-place winners in the program, earning $5,000 and $2,500, respectively.
March 26, 2018
Business
Knight-Swift acquires 400-truck Virginia-based fleet
Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings, the truckload giant formed via the merger of Knight Transportation and Swift Transportation last year, has acquired the 400-truck fleet Abilene Motor Express, according to documents filed with the SEC. The terms of the deal have not been disclosed.
March 26, 2018
Business
Regs waiver request would allow GPS windshield mounting in âsafety technologyâ area
Currently under federal regulations, GPS devices are not considered âvehicle safety technology,â therefore they cannot be mounted within the area swept by the windshield wipers.
March 26, 2018
Business
Mack touts fuel economy of new Anthem tractor
The tractorâs aerodynamics, combined with Mackâs MP engine and its mDrive automated-manual transmission, push the truck to nearly 9 percent greater fuel economy than a like-specâd 2016 Mack Pinnacle axle-back, says Mack Highway Product Manager Stu Russoli.
March 26, 2018
Hours of Service
FMCSA administrator hits a buzzsaw of criticism and frustration at MATS listening session
The good news: Martinez and other officials are for once at least seeming to understand owner-opsâ principal problem with the hours of service rule. And the 14-hour conversations keep on keeping on.
March 24, 2018
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