Overdrive Upcoming Editorial

Overdrive Staff
Jul 6, 2010
Updated Mar 19, 2012

FEATURE: Owner-operator of the Year: Dart Transit’s Larry Severson was named 2011 Owner-Operator of the Year recently in the competition hosted by Overdrive and the Truckload Carriers Association and sponsored by Cummins Inc. and Ram. Overdrive presents an in-depth look at Severson’s operation and why he is so successful.

FEATURE: Master the credit game: With some lenders warming up to owner-operators, don’t miss the chance to improve your credit rating and save thousands of dollars in interest payments.  

FEATURE: Spring equipment roundup: We collect the latest products from spring truck shows, including the expected introductions of new Class 8 trucks.

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The heavy-haul/oversize trucking niche can be lucrative for owner-operators who know the ins and outs of the business. That doesn't come immediately, nor without significant challenges. Shown here is owner-operator Jason Chamberlain's 1985 Kenworth W900B, powered by a Big Cam Cummins with a 13-speed. He owns two trailers -- a 55-ton, three-axle XL Specialized RGN and a 2017 Benson three-axle, low-pro step deck.
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