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Truck driver fights bus fire, helps rescue passengers

Jon Wilbur of Pottle’s Transportation has been named the latest Truckload Carriers’ Association Highway Angel for his role in fighting a bus fire and helping move passengers to safety before the fire got out of control.

September 9, 2014

Ind. truckers group NAIT creates health insurance exchange

The National Association of Independent Truckers has partnered with ConnectedHealth to offer the Truckers Insurance Exchange Marketplace.

September 9, 2014

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Can an employer fire or refuse to hire me on account of a sleep apnea diagnosis?

Following the 2008 amendment of the Americans with Disabilities Act, employers must make reasonable accommodations for drivers with sleep apnea, says Truckers for a Cause cofounder and driver Bob Stanton.

September 8, 2014

OOIDA’s new NCRME survey; Benefits of apnea treatment for one operator

Independent owner-operator Joe Bielucki’s sleep apnea story — results following his preemptive strike of sorts relative to the condition two years ago.

September 8, 2014

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Super-sizitis

“I’m starting the ‘Regular Size Movement.’ I’m going to order Happy Meals without having a child present and refuse to upsize for 99 cents.”

September 7, 2014

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How to address sleep apnea risk

On your terms…. And what to expect for treatment if you are diagnosed.

September 5, 2014

3-million-mile flatbedder’s ’86 Pete 359

Owner-operator William Hall bought this 1986 Peterbilt 359 in 1987 and has run it ever since. He’s stretched the frame, added wood flooring in the cab and completely redone the interior.

September 5, 2014

Prime names ‘Fittest of the Fleet’ winner

A 27-year-old company driver from Sulfur Springs, Texas can rightfully boast that he’s the iron man of one of the country’s largest trucking companies.

September 5, 2014

‘Train horn: first person brings me $25 can have it, come on.’

“Sitting in the parking lot of some truck stops is like having a live version of “Home Shopping Network.” People sell all kinds of things on what I refer to as ‘CB-bay.'”

September 5, 2014

I don’t think he’s talking about lettuce.

What brand of truck are you? New quiz tells you just that

Have you ever wondered what kind of truck you’d be if in fact you were a truck? Maybe not, but regardless, the American Independent Truckers’ Association posted this week a quiz that determines just that based on your responses to a few questions. Click here to check out the quiz.

September 4, 2014

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Big Iron event another chance for a look at a classic

The Big Iron Classic in Kasson, Minn., Sept. 5-6 another chance to get a look at driver Kenny Hubka’s classic 1977 International 4200 Transtar conventional.

September 4, 2014

The Big Iron 2013 DVD is on offer over at the Rockwood Products site.

Guilty until proven innocent: Answering key sleep-apnea questions

As new medical certification processes come into play, more drivers are being asked to get sleep apnea testing. Some are asking questions, getting varied answers – and being taken off the road prematurely.

September 4, 2014

Dr. Randolph Rosarion shares insights on being a U.S. Department of Transportation medical examiner and other issues via his Dotmedicalexaminer.com website.

A highway-safety public service announcement from the pros

Christopher Fiffie’s BigRig Videos Youtube channel recently featured the following video PSA — from veteran truckers to the general public on safe driving around trucks.

September 3, 2014

Christopher Fiffie’s BigRig Videos Youtube channel recently featured the following public-service announcement — from veteran truckers to the general public on safe driving around trucks. In it, several drivers answer the question “If you wanted to tell a motorist something, what would you tell them?” Among the featured drivers responding is owner-operator Troy Huddleston. You can read more about Huddleston’s 1991 Freightliner — and access a video interview with the driver — via this link. Fiffie’s video follows.

Creepy crawlies and questionable questions

“Here’s an important tip to remember: if someone walks up to you in a truck stop with a cup and asks you to describe what’s in it, just run. Don’t even bother looking, because it’s either going to be gross or scary.”

September 3, 2014

The ‘Hillbilly Hilton’ cometh, winneth awards

Pictorial tour through Melvin Davis Jr.’s finished 163-inch big bunk 2000 FL Classic — a winner at the annual truck show at the Michigan Van Buren County fairgrounds. Plus: Some ‘pretty good driving’ caught on video.

September 2, 2014

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The most memorable haul of your life

While the question has been asked in various forms over the years here and elsewhere — “your most memorable haul? — this round’s responses yielded no small amount of tales and tall and/or solid in stature. Take a run through some of the best here.

September 2, 2014

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Shell Rotella recognizing trucking, other industries with ‘Hardworking’ tv spots

Shell Rotella announced last week that in honor of Labor Day, it had a new ad airing on RFD TV, the Outdoor Channel, Fox Sports 1 and Destination America. The ad is the latest in Shell’s Hardworking Campaign series, which the company says celebrates the dedication of hardworking Americans. Click here to see the Labor […]

September 1, 2014

Overdrive Radio

Labor Day podcast: Take a load off with the Trucker Talent Search performances

Whether you’re at home or running the highways this fine Labor Day, in the podcast here you can take a tour with Overdrive‘s Todd Dills through performances by Trucker Talent Search emcee Tony Justice, contestants Brad James and Jennie Simpson, and the ultimate winner, Keith Sampson. The inaugural Trucker Talent Search finale was held on […]

September 1, 2014

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Ron Kelsey, pictured here with his 'Sunrise Express' 1981 Peterbilt 359, is Overdrive's Trucker of the Month for July, putting him in the running for the 2025 Trucker of the Year award.

Owner-op holy grail: Decades of direct freight in a custom '81 359

Owner-operator Ron Kelsey has been hauling for the same two shipper customers since he got his authority as an independent in 1994. Managing those relationships, and his award-winning 1981 Peterbilt 359, keep his business running strong.

Cameron Bagely's 1999 Peterbilt 379 parked at the Gear Jammer Magazine Truck Show in Epping, New Hampshire.

23-year-old Cameron Bagley's 1999 Pete 379 carries on father's legacy

California Highway Patrol said it won't enforce President Donald Trump's English language proficiency mandate as it's 'not part of California law.'

Enforcing Trump's English language mandate 'not part of California law': CHP

If finalized, this proposal would remove all greenhouse gas standards for light-, medium- and heavy-duty vehicles and heavy-duty engines, starting with EPA’s first greenhouse gas regulations set in 2010 for light-duty vehicles and those set in 2011 for medium-duty vehicles and heavy-duty vehicles and engines – which includes off-cycle credits like the much hated start-stop feature on most new cars.

EPA set to unravel 'disastrous' federal trucking emissions regulations

Dezl Trucking Headsets 100/200 Series - Life on the road never sounded so good

Dezl Trucking Headsets 100/200 Series - Life on the road never sounded so good

Truck-ownership traditions staying alive: Owner-operators Lucas Zach, Harlan Martin

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