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Many tools in one easy-to-use package

Leatherman's new 19-in-one multitool features wire cutters, pliers, screwdrivers and more.

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Protect against identity theft on the road

Plus America's identity protection roller uses specially-formulated ink and encrypted pattern to obscure personal information on almost any surface.

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Gear to fight back against winter storms

Driving through winter storms requires not just fortitude and excellent driving skills, but also the tools that give even the best driver an extra edge. Luckily, there’s plenty of gear and gadgets that do just that.

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Rand McNally's solar-powered asset tracker

The new TrueTrack S110 tracker – for use on trailers, equipment and other high-value assets – has a rating of IP69K, which the company says is the highest standard for protection against dust, close-range, high-pressure water and high-temperature liquids.

Rand McNally's TrueTrack S110 solar-powered asset tracker.

JIT Truck Parts' new line of starters, alternators

Aftermarket truck parts distributor JIT Truck Parts announced the launch of its new line of 12-volt starters and alternators under its Match Made private label.

JIT Truck Parts' Match Made 12-volt alternator.

Ideal for truckers, BlueParrott's B450-XT gets upgrade

Recently upgraded to keep pace with the growing demands of OTR drivers, the B450-XT features IP-54 protection from moisture and dust, convenient USB-C charging, and firmware updates with the device’s app while on the go.

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A Lifeline for when you're stopped cold

Howes Diesel Lifeline reliquifies gelled fuel, deices frozen fuel filters, and prevents fuel filter icing down to -35 degrees to get you rolling again in about 15 minutes.

Howes Diesel Lifeline

Garmin navigation device created with professional truckers in mind

The company's three oversized GPS units -- the dēzl OTR700/800/1000 GPS truck navigators -- all provide bigger screens and more features.

Howes Diesel Treat defends your truck against winter

Diesel Treat prevents gelling, adds lubricity, safely removes water, and boosts fuel economy.

Howes Diesel Treat

Bar’s Leaks gear oil additive

Bar’s Leaks Gear Repair extends system life by stopping pinion, axle and other seal leaks, reduces friction and noise, and improves gear performance.

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Independents worry fuel prices will keep rising

After seeing diesel costs rise steadily since fall, more than half of Overdrive survey respondents with operating authority expect their biggest percentage cost increase this year to come from fuel.

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Truck stop is part of Alaska's backcountry history

The independent trucker we will not go away protest sign

Owner-ops aren't company drivers for a reason

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Roadcheck: Do blitz announcements do any good?

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Howes Diesel Defender

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The Business Manual for Owner-Operators

Overdrive editors and ATBS present the industry’s best manual for prospective and committed owner-operators. You’ll find exceptional depth on many issues in the 2021 edition of Partners in Business.

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