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National Coalition on Truck Parking formed, results of Jason’s Law parking study released

DOT reps and stakeholder groups have signed a pledge of commitment to a newly created National Coalition on Truck Parking.

August 21, 2015

Survey results noted that 37 U.S. states confirmed a shortage of available parking within their borders. Problems are widespread, “observed in regions with high populations and population densities, along major freight corridors carrying inter-regional commerce, and in locations associated with ports and manufacturing centers,” the Jason’s Law Truck Parking Survey’s results note. Find a link to it below.

New ways to follow Overdrive: Find us on Instagram, Snapchat, Periscope

Overdrive invites you to follow us on Instagram, Snapchat and Periscope.

August 20, 2015

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Michigan woman allegedly stealing from truckers at truck stops

The Washtenaw County Sherriff’s office near Ann Arbor, Michigan is warning truckers that a woman has been sneaking into truck cabs and stealing items while the drivers are asleep inside.

August 20, 2015

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4 States’ seventh annual truck show coming to Joplin, Mo., in September

The seventh annual Guilty By Association Truck Show, hosted by 4 State Trucks, home of the Chrome Shop Mafia, will be held Sept. 25-26 in its corporate headquarters in Joplin, Mo.

August 19, 2015

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Updated: Readers react to ‘Suicide by truck’ cover feature probing the on-highway unthinkable

Several Overdrive readers responded to the magazine’s “Suicide by truck” feature with stories of their own. If you have one you want to share, feel free to use the comments under this post.

August 19, 2015

To read Carolyn Magner’s “Suicide by Truck” story, also featured in the August issue of Overdrive, follow this link to Part 1.

They weren’t mad at all

Video and report: Wendy visits her town council on the parking ban in place.

August 19, 2015

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Election 2016 ‘Trumped’ for truckers

Asked which presidential candidate they’d most like to take on a ridealong, truckers named Donald Trump far and away more than any other candidate.

August 18, 2015

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Walmart driver wins ATA’s annual National Truck Driving Championships

Ronald Emenheiser Sr., a Walmart driver based in Yorkana, Pa., has been crowned the 2015 Bendix Grand Champion at the 78th annual National Truck Driving Championships and National Step Van Driving Championships.

August 17, 2015

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Michael Kimball presents ‘Lanes blocked? Use the shoulder.’

File under “four-wheeler impatience.” Says operator Michael Kimball: “I had a bull hauler passing me in the left lane. I guess the four-wheeler couldn’t wait.”

August 17, 2015

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The signs sometimes don’t tell the whole story

“Sally forth, warriors of the road, shower on and keep America moving in a clean and orderly fashion. Or just wear shower shoes. Especially if you’re showering in Delaware.”

August 16, 2015

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Restored Evel Knievel Mack haul rig to travel to GATS!

The Evel Knievel Mack’s showing at the Great American Trucking Show will come on the heels of the Aug. 21 opening of the “Being Evel” feature documentary about the daredevil’s life. Watch the trailer here.

August 14, 2015

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Love’s reopens Van Horn, Texas store after renovation

Love’s Travel Stops has reopened its doors in Van Horn, Texas, along Interstate 10 after undergoing a three-month renovation process.

August 14, 2015

Old dogs don’t need new tricks

The pull of the canine, in more ways than one: “People are a lot more inclined to be interested in a cute little dog than a big, burly trucker. Sorry, truckers.”

August 14, 2015

Suicide by truck, Part 4: ‘You grip the steering wheel and maintain your lane’

The fourth and final installment in the “Suicide by truck” series, which examines the the largely undocumented incidents of pedestrians and four-wheelers who choose speeding trucks as an instrument of suicide. Here’s another trucker’s story.

August 13, 2015

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Q&A with John Anderson: Country star talks upcoming GATS concert, ties of trucking and country music

“I’ve always felt like myself and the band — we always felt like we were somewhat kin to the truckers. Trucking and country music have always gone hand in hand in my opinion.” — That and more from Overdrive’s interview.

August 12, 2015

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I have boots that are older than 18 years

“If the industry wants to raise training standards to that of the military, then having 18-year-old interstate drivers would be fine. But until there is real change… 18-year-olds driving interstate is a bad idea.”

August 12, 2015

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New musical beginnings: Trucker Talent Search finalist Nate Moran

From this podcast interview with Moran, conducted by Red Eye Radio’s Eric Harley, it’s clear personal history plays a large part in the Smokey Point Distributing driver’s budding musical career and more.

August 12, 2015

Suicide by truck, Part 3: Drivers’ best efforts sometimes still not enough

The third installment of the ‘Suicide by truck’ series, which examines the largely undocumented incidents of pedestrians and four-wheelers who choose speeding trucks as an instrument of suicide.

August 12, 2015

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7-step in-cab workout plan for long-term trucking

Follow along with 2024 Trucker of the Year Alan Kitzhaber as he walks you through his in-cab workout routine, designed to combat common OTR aches and pains. His seven-exercise routine takes just 20 minutes and requires minimal equipment.

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Trucking groups petition EPA to delay 2027 heavy-duty NOx rule

Luke Rethwisch followed in his father's footsteps, winning big at the Gear Jammer Magazine Truck Show inJuly.

18-year old Luke Rethwisch's show-winning '87 Pete 359

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How truck and engine OEs might approach EPA's new DEF-derate guidance

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What freight recession? Trucker of the Month insulates biz with direct customers

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