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Regulations
Trump admin's legal team at DOT takes shape
The new top lawyer at FMCSA has experience in fighting nuclear verdicts and an appreciation of truck drivers, while NHTSA's new top lawyer worked for an autonomous vehicle company.
February 7, 2025
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It's February: Did you already give up on your New Year's resolutions?
Truth is, as Clifford Petersen sees it, you don't need a New Year to resolve to improve health if you set goals that are achievable -- "It's like climbing stairs. With each step, a small goal hit that gets you closer, ever closer, to the top."
February 7, 2025
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March 24, 2025
Life
Truck driver charged 'careless' after flipping DOT snowplow in North Dakota
A driver pulling two dumpsters tried to pass a snow plow and ended up taking himself and the plow off-road. The plow driver sustained serious injuries. Also: Bear in the air -- Louisiana used helicopter, new tech in enforcement blitz.
February 6, 2025
Life
Open to all MATS attendees, reception with free food, drinks, live music kicks things off
MATS will kick off in March with its Opening Reception on Thursday night of the show, offering plenty for show attendees. Also: $1.6M in cocaine found in soft-drink load; Volvo's latest autonomous partnership; Highway Angel helped snow-stranded motorist.
February 5, 2025
Life
Pennsylvania DOT's road restrictions, including areas of I-70 and I-80, ahead of winter storm
An ice storm forecast to impact Pennsylvania and other parts of the region has prompted PennDOT to plan restrictions of commercial vehicle traffic on many routes in the state.
February 5, 2025
Custom Rigs
Five custom truck builders to compete for $25K in MATS Build-Off
This year's MATS Big Rig Build-Off will bring to bat five of the most talented and innovative truck builders in a winner-takes-all competition with $25,000 on the line. Names on deck: Warner, Henderson, Rethwisch, Davis, Manning...
February 3, 2025
Life
New Orleans staged accidents: Guilty plea for murder charge, more
The individual pleaded guilty to conspiracy, wire fraud and causing death through the use of a firearm. Also: Tony Justice set to headline MATS concert; wireless electric truck charging coming to Port of Long Beach.
January 30, 2025
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Ice Pick Bandit vandal hits more tires, again in Arkansas
In 2025, the 'Ice Pick Bandit' vandal has gotten off to a horrifying start, now hitting 70 more tires in the fourth state Overdrive is aware of this year. "This has been going on for two and a half years," one truck stop attendant in Arkansas said.
January 30, 2025
Life
Unconscious pickup driver trapped, on fire himself: This trucker's role in his rescue
Penske driver William Mitchell named Highway Angel after helping the driver, trapped under his burning vehicle following a crash. Also: Big meth seizure at border; Texas Trucking Association partners to launch new anti-trafficking campaign.
January 29, 2025
Life
Truck drivers, carrier owners charged as part of $200M counterfeit goods-smuggling ring
Nine individuals were charged with conspiracy, smuggling and breaking customs seals for their roles in smuggling hundreds of millions of dollars’ worth of counterfeit and other illegal goods from China into the U.S.
January 29, 2025
Gear
First Gear Guide of 2025 offers tips for staying healthy
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This first guide for 2025 is loaded with tips and gear to help you make 2025 your healthiest year yet.
January 29, 2025
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Hotline offers pre-trip help to truckers hauling watercraft
Boat-hauling truckers can help prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species by utilizing the "Call Before You Haul" hotline to set up free pre-trip checks -- and decontamination, if necessary -- of any watercraft hauled.
January 29, 2025
Regulations
Sean Duffy confirmed as DOT Secretary
Duffy had bipartisan support among U.S. Senators, who voted 77-22 Tuesday to confirm the former Wisconsin Congressman as the Secretary of Transportation.
January 28, 2025
Truck Stops
Ohio Turnpike service plaza named best truck stop in U.S.
Based on ratings and reviews in the Trucker Path app over the last year, the top 100 truck stops of 2025 have been revealed. The Tiffin River Service Plaza in West Unity, Ohio, along the Ohio Turnpike was rated the top overall stop.
January 27, 2025
Life
Truckworx’s Bruser crowned 2025 ATD Truck Dealer of the Year
Will Bruser, CEO and owner of Truckworx, was named the American Truck Dealers’ (ATD) Truck Dealer of the Year on Friday during a ceremony at the ATD Show in New Orleans.
January 24, 2025
Life
CargoNet's new system scores cargo theft risk based on route
Using an algorithm, CargoNet generates a route score that provides a measure of risk that crime and loss will occur along a route. Also: Bill would make permanent COVID CDL-testing waiver; ATRI seeks carrier input on advanced safety systems.
January 24, 2025
Overdrive Extra
Take care of yourself with diet, exercise: You’ll be better able to enjoy the fruits of your labor
Success trucking as an owner-operator over the long-term requires addressing the business areas this Trucker of the Year outlined in Part 1, yet there's no point doing all the right things to be successful only to be in poor health and not able enjoy it.
January 21, 2025
Life
Small fleets could be at higher risk of cyber threats
NMFTA webinar highlights cybersecurity best practices for owner operators and small trucking companies.
January 17, 2025
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