Maintenance

Weighing an engine rebuild vs. a truck trade

When you've got to choose between overhauling an engine or trading in an aging truck, there's a lot to consider. Here's how owner-ops Phil and Annett Albert made the decision.

April 2, 2021

Phil and Annett Albert standing in front of their semi-truck

Equipment

3 ways to extend DPF life and keep filters running cleaner

Maintaining diesel particulate filters can be a tough and costly battle. Here are three ways to extend the life of your DPF and reduce downtime and costs associated with repairs and upkeep.

March 25, 2021

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a woman resting her elbow on a clothesline with a sad face

What's behind 'Woman Behind the Man Behind the Wheel'

This Red Sovine classic celebrated heroic wives and mothers, who shouldered the burdens of maintaining a household while their husbands drove over the road. It also subtly addressed doubts either spouse might have about the other ...

How to build a small fleet that's a destination for the best

An emissions-systems cautionary tale for new truck-tech development

New administration, renewed debate over commercialized rest areas

Garmin dēzl™ OTR1000 10" GPS Truck Navigator

How to build a small fleet that's a destination for the best

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The Business Manual for Owner-Operators

Overdrive editors and ATBS present the industry’s best manual for prospective and committed owner-operators. You’ll find exceptional depth on many issues in the 2021 edition of Partners in Business.

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