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Life
Truck driver guilty of smuggling 36 people in trailer | Shop owner gets 9-year sentence in emissions, load fraud case
A truck driver pleaded guilty after being caught attempting to smuggle 36 people across the border to Texas in December. Also: The owner of Missouri-based Whiskey Dix Big Truck Repair was sentenced for PPP loan fraud, more; bankruptcy auction Wednesday.
February 17, 2025
Overdrive Radio
Owner-op jailed after unwitting participation in cargo theft: Cautionary tale, mitigating risk
One owner-operator got jail time for being tricked into hauling a load for a scheming cargo thief while the "broker" walks free. In Overdrive Radio, ways to mitigate risk amid an increasingly crazy cargo theft landscape.
February 17, 2025
Regulations
Congress floats bill to make EV cars pay road upkeep fair share
While heavy-duty electric trucks already contribute to the Highway Trust Fund, electric cars do not. A new bill would ensure they do. Also: Trucking company owner charged in bribery scheme; cocaine found in truck at border.
February 13, 2025
Life
Worst bottlenecks: G.W. Bridge intersection keeps top spot, Chicago/Houston locations not far behind
For the 7th straight year, the intersection of I-95 and SR 4 in Fort Lee, New Jersey, at the George Washington Bridge into NYC is the worst freight bottleneck in the U.S. Also: I-17 SB closure ahead; Truckworx is Kenworth's top dealer.
February 12, 2025
Life
I-40 partially reopening by March 1: N.C. Guv
During a visit from DOT Secretary Sean Duffy on Monday, North Carolina officials announced the portion of I-40 washed out by Hurricane Helene will reopen with one lane in each direction by March 1.
February 11, 2025
Channel 19
Cargo theft expert weighs in on $40,000 egg heist from trailer
Thieves stole 100,000 eggs from a trailer parked at a big distributor in Pennsylvania, and cargo theft expert Scott Cornell thinks it's likely an organized ring of criminals already had buyers lined up.
February 11, 2025
Equipment
Thieves target in-transit cargo while the truck moves | Paccar, Daimler, Volvo: Latest truck recalls
Overhaul is warning of an increase in theft activity in which thieves pilfer electronics from trucks at and between brief stops like traffic lights. Also: Hazard-light issue prompts Paccar recall; electric Freightliners, Volvos recalled.
February 10, 2025
Life
Trucking company owner charged in alleged $4.6M overbilling scheme
The owner of a New Jersey-based trucking company was charged for allegedly overbilling for deliveries and services his company didn't provide. Also: Nearly $20M in meth, heroin seized from cucumber, jalapeno haul; more.
February 7, 2025
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
Overdrive Extra
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
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
Channel 19
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
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