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Charitable or scandalous?
Research before you give. “Times of tragedy highlight the generosity of human beings in general, but the trucking community has always been known to go over and above. … That being said, times of tragedy can also provide a verdant breeding ground for filth …”
September 1, 2017
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September calendar: Driver Appreciation Week ahead
The nation is gearing up to celebrate the truckers who keep America moving this month with National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, Sept. 10-16. During the week, trucking companies, truck stops and other industry leaders will offer driver celebrations and discounts to show appreciation for truckers. If you’d like to celebrate on your own by attending […]
September 1, 2017
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On a Hurricane Harvey relief mission with owner-operator Bill Ater
Landstar-leased owner-operator Bill Ater had his “feet in the starting blocks, hands on the floor” and was “waiting on the starting shot” when we talked Tuesday, August 29, for this Overdrive Radio podcast, staged in South Texas for relief shuttles associated with Hurricane Harvey.
August 31, 2017
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Pilot Flying J hosting free fuel sweepstakes during college football season
Each week, drivers can enter for a chance to be one of 14 winners that will each receive free fuel in the form of a $2,000 PFJ gift card. To enter the weekly contest, drivers can text “FuelingFans” to 30311. Weekly winners will be announced every Thursday on Pilot Flying J’s Facebook page.
August 31, 2017
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Don Cuddeback shows how to avoid a head-on collision
Watch: Headed toward the last stop before his ultimate destination, Fraley & Schilling driver Cuddeback was on an “access road to the plant,” a pretty narrow road, and “coming around a curve here come some lights lined up square with my truck.” …
August 30, 2017
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Custom Rigs
Bandit truck racing series returns to Missouri this weekend
This weekend’s race will be held Saturday night at Lebanon I-44 Speedway. Gates will open at 6 p.m., and racing will begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets for the race are $20 for adults, $14 for seniors and $10 for children. Family tickets are available for $50.
August 30, 2017
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Trucker Talent Search
Watch: Trucker Talent Search finalists jam in live sessions at GATS
Video of the live performances of this year’s Overdrive-Red Eye Radio’s Trucker Talent Search finale, held last week at the Great American Trucking Show.
August 30, 2017
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Truckers for Texas
Kicking off this Saturday is the “Truckers for Texas” initiative, an online fund drive for those in the path of Hurricane Harvey, with performances by Bill Weaver, Tony Justice, Jayne Denham, Terrance Mathis and more…
August 30, 2017
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Life
Late Ice Road Truckers star Darrell Ward the focal point of new season’s first episode
The episode began remembering Ward, and closed with the prospect of Ward’s son, Reno, joining the cast, writes Overdrive sister site Truckers News Editor David Hollis in his weekly episode recap.
August 29, 2017
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Because that’s what professionals do
After Tony Justice’s band’s tour bus had a breakdown en route to Dallas, guess who pitched in to get the equipment there in time enough for a full set? True professional truckers from all around the nation …
August 28, 2017
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Pilot Flying J giving away 100 million myRewards points for trucker appreciation week
Pilot Flying J is showing its support for truckers by giving away 100 million myRewards points.
August 28, 2017
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Amid driver shootings, SBTC group promotes Sept. 5 as ‘Day without a trucker’
The group’s head, James Lamb, notes 400 or more truckers have committed to participating in a D.C. parade, and others plan to shut down in solidarity. Lamb himself remains under an FTC suit against two businesses for deceptive marketing practices, to which he’s countersued.
August 28, 2017
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Safety Sammy: TMAF’s mascot named during GATS
The Trucking Moves America Forward mascot is now known as Safety Sammy.
August 26, 2017
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Business
BlueParrott debuts new headset at GATS
The new C400-XT, which will begin shipping in October, can be worn over the head like traditional wireless headset, or around the back of the head on either the right or left ear, whichever the user prefers.
August 26, 2017
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Trucker Talent Search
Richard Woods claims 2017 Trucker Talent Search victory with ode to great-grandfather
Woods won $1,000 cash and a free recording session. He’ll also be featured in an upcoming issue of Overdrive. The Mississippi-based owner-operator was named the winner of the Overdrive-Red Eye Radio’s Trucker Talent Search today.
August 25, 2017
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Trucking radio legend Dave Nemo honored with Lifetime Achievement award
Nemo received a Lifetime Achievement award from an informal group of drivers, as well as a large plaque from TA/Petro and a crystal microphone from the St. Christopher’s Fund. He was also given a free vacation to Hawaii.
August 25, 2017
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Minimizer introduces aftermarket mattress with lifetime guarantee
Trucking industry supplier Minimizer unveiled Friday a truck mattress line that the company says closes a quality void that exists among stock and other aftermarket mattress offerings. The company introduced the new Long Haul Mattress series at the Great American Trucking Show.
August 25, 2017
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AeroFlow launches referral program that gives drivers $75 toward apnea testing and treatment
AeroFlow’s at-home tests, which are mailed to buyers via fast shipping options, cost $250 — much cheaper than the average $1,350 cost of an in-lab test.
August 25, 2017
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