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Dart offering giveaways to drivers for Appreciation Week
Prizes offered in the giveaways include TVs, iPads, Bluetooth headsets, gift cards, gift baskets from Dart employees, steer tires, truck detail packages and more.
September 12, 2017
Electronic Logging Devices
ELD makers’ controls for data security
Suppliers restrict their electronic logging device applications from sharing data with other applications on the device as a safeguard against potential security breaches in those applications, among other efforts.
September 12, 2017
Business
Certain Illinois military vets can waive CDL written test with new law
Military veterans who regularly drove trucks within a year of applying for a CDL can apply to waive the written knowledge test in Illinois.
September 12, 2017
Overdrive Extra
High-touch fatigue monitoring: Too close for comfort?
How do you feel about driver-facing cameras? Or wearable devices that assess your alertness and project how quickly it will decline?
September 11, 2017
Business
Trucker shot and killed at Iowa rest area, suspect arrested
The Iowa County Sheriff’s Department says 60-year-old Ernest D. Kummer of Monroe, Iowa, was shot and killed in the cab of his truck in the westbound I-80 rest area at mile marker 208 near Victor, west of Iowa City.
September 11, 2017
Business
Daimler recalls few dozen Western Star 4900 trucks for front axle weight issue
Daimler Trucks is recalling approximately 38 model year 2017-2018 Western Star 4900 trucks in which the weight of the front axle could exceed the spring capacity.
September 11, 2017
Business
Irma flooding closes portions of I-10, I-95 in Florida
State officials have closed I-10 in Lake City in both directions between milemarker 296 and milemarker 301 because of flooding. In the Miami-Ft. Lauderdale area, there are some closures on I-95 and I-595, as well as some state roads and highways.
September 11, 2017
Business
International updates LoneStar tractor
International Trucks announced Monday several enhancements to its LoneStar unit, one of the most visually distinct trucks on the highway.
September 11, 2017
Business
That’ll be all, Henrietta
George gives Wendy a solution to difficult phone conversations: “Next time you talk to her, just call her a different name every time you refer to her.” … You look lovelyin red, Jalisa.
September 11, 2017
Custom Rigs
Scenes from Brad Wike’s Southern Classic Truck Show
Famous movie trucks, owner-operator rigs, small fleet flagships, restored gems and more: What it’s all about at Brad Wike’s Southern Classic Truck Show in Lincolnton, N.C.
September 11, 2017
Overdrive Extra
30-second Trucker Tip video: Caught in a sinkhole!
What happens when water dissolves minerals, typically limestone, in the bedrock?
September 9, 2017
Business
Little Johnny has a plan
What do you want to be when you grow up? Mrs. Grover’s lesson for third-grade Johnny Calvin’s get-to-know-you session provides a wisecrack answer from Calvin himself, revealing truths about the U.S. Congress’ sole oversight: the votes of the constituents.
September 8, 2017
Business
In the freight rate/availability weeds this disastrous week
With Hurricane Irma on the way and Harvey’s effects being felt, the two natural disasters are “coming on top of a robust economy,” notes DAT’s Ken Harper, which could bode well for parts of the national freight market in the coming weeks.
September 8, 2017
Business
Senate eyes promoting self-driving truck tech in autonomous-car bill approved by House
The House this week stamped approval on a legislative package intended to provide framework for manufacturers to develop and test self-driving cars. The Senate, however, may alter the bill to expand its provisions to cover self-driving trucks.
September 8, 2017
Business
Hours regs suspended in seven states ahead of Hurricane Irma landfall
A Regional Emergency Declaration issued by USDOT suspends hours regulations for drivers and carriers providing “direct assistance” to areas affected by Hurricane Irma, which is expected to make landfall in south Florida early Sunday morning.
September 8, 2017
Business
Knight, Swift merger to close any day after stockholders approve deal
Shareholders for Knight Transportation and Swift Transportation, two of the country’s largest trucking fleets on course for a merger this year, have approved the deal made between the two companies. The merger is expected to close Sept. 8.
September 8, 2017
Business
Love’s raising money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals
More than 430 Love’s locations will sell balloons for $1, $5 or $20 and hold events to raise money for sick and injured children in their communities. Stores will also hold events such as bake sales, cookouts, golf tournaments, 5K runs and more.
September 8, 2017
Business
Deals available to truckers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
Several truck stops, restaurants and other companies are offering deals and discounts to truck drivers during National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, which will be held next week, Sept. 10-16.
September 7, 2017
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