Maintenance

Practicing the fine art of exorcising ‘aftertreatment demons’

If certain emissions system problems seem mysterious, that’s often no accident. Much of the discussion among panelists in an Overdrive webcast last week centered around misdiagnosis – by the truck owner as well as by some technicians.

May 24, 2021

Business

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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What's your biggest business challenge as an owner-operator?

In this Overdrive Radio podcast, varying answers to the question from four owner-operators in livestock, van, reefer and heavy haul. Better yet, distinct pictures emerge of different strategies to address insurance, maintenance cost, and so much more.

The key limitations of truck parking info delivery systems

Percentage of the load/revenue and 2007 Freightliner

Compensation trends: Percentage pay reigns as king for leased owner-operators

The finalists in the Interior class are: Ron Kelsey's 1981 Peterbilt 359, 'Sunshine Express' (top left); Robert Hallahan's 2022 Peterbilt 389, 'Joke's on You' (top right); and Daniel and Phyllis Snow's 1996 Freightliner Classic XL, 'The Goose.'

The best in custom rigs: Overdrive's 2021 Pride & Polish finalists

Rand McNally OverDryve™ 8 Pro II - Stay connected for the long haul™

What's your biggest business challenge as an owner-operator?

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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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