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Where Trump's VP pick J.D. Vance stands on speed limiters, brokering fraud, parking
Ohio Sen. J.D. Vance supported additional truck parking and opposed speed limiters and EPA emissions regulations. Also: Landstar owner-op wins keys to '25 Cascadia, as another earns Lifetime Achievement Award; Ryder acquiring mobile repair service.
July 16, 2024
Trucker of the Year
Fuel mileage gains, business prowess power Trucker of the Month
Alec Costerus, owner of two-truck Alpha Drivers Transportation, was an owner-op for 8 years before coming off the road for a medical issue. He started the new business in 2022 with a mind toward growth, and a pay-for-all-time approach to operators.
May 29, 2024
Small Fleet Champ
Small Fleet Champ's team takes do-it-yourself maintenance to new levels
LNL Trucking owner Larry Limp and his brother collaborated to build this gantry crane to remove an ISX for overhaul, the first such engine his shop had done. "We'll see what we can learn," he said, in the process, sure to repeat itself in coming years.
May 16, 2024
Business
Fuel prices, mostly flat in 2024, dip below $4/gallon, and spot rates follow them down
Diesel's average price has been floating near $4 for most of the year, and recently fell below the threshold; spot rates followed fuel down. Also: Free pre-Roadcheck inspections next week; I-15 bridge reopens; new carrier-recognition program from TCA.
May 1, 2024
Regulations
Inspectors ask FMCSA to alter inspection report requirements
CVSA wants FMCSA to remove the requirement that carriers return inspection reports to the issuing agency within 15 days certifying that all violations have been corrected, calling the requirement “antiquated and redundant.”
April 17, 2024
Equipment
Where trucking stands on the REPAIR Act
A resolution introduced in the House of Representatives last year could become a federal right to repair law. But will it? And should it? Industry associations have mixed opinions.
April 4, 2024
Equipment
Who's your absolute best truck/trailer dealer partner?
Overdrive sister publication Trucks, Parts, Service is now accepting nominations for its annual awards recognizing trucking's best truck and trailer dealers.
March 8, 2024
Maintenance
Lease-purchase task force zeroes in on restrictive maintenance covenants
In worst cases, lessee truck operators are set up to fail. In its third meeting, FMCSA's task force examined impacts of restrictive maintenance terms in truck lease-purchases. The panel also planned for a potential meeting/public forum at MATS in March.
January 23, 2024
Truck Stops
Kwik Star in Iowa back on top of truck stop rankings
The Davenport, Iowa, truck stop was ranked the No. 1 overall truck stop in the nation by Trucker Path users for the second year in a row. Also: Dana Aftermarket expands how-tos, more on YouTube channel; driver named Highway Angel for second time.
January 10, 2024
Overdrive Radio
Truckers' New Year's Resolutions: Get closer to the freight source, and back to basics on costs
Worried about the percentage "a broker might keep?" Owner-ops should ask how much is needlessly lost daily. Three Trucker of the Year finalists and an Overdrive contributor here offer ways to reassess -- and fully engage your primary freight partners.
January 8, 2024
Partners in Business
Keys to long-life tires: Many are firmly in your control
While spec'ing the right tire for your operation is important in prolonging tire life, perhaps even more important are how you drive, performing routine maintenance, maintaining proper inflation and more. Extend your tires' life with these four practices.
December 19, 2023
Maintenance
Updated: Maintenance know-how to help stay ahead of inspectors
From tires and brakes to air and emissions systems, we've compiled this comprehensive collection of truck maintenance coverage in Overdrive to help keep your rig passing inspections and hauling strong.
February 14, 2020
Small Fleet Champ
How the Small Fleet Champs beat the down market in 2023
Overdrive's 2023 Small Fleet Champs and finalists are poised to make it through a rough freight economy with moves made in preparation for tough times. Gain insights via this edition of Overdrive Radio, a roundtable on building business for stability.
November 13, 2023
Maintenance
POLL: Synthetic, conventional or blends: What type of oil typically goes into your diesel?
With the Delo brand sunsetting convention mineral oils from its line of products next year, this poll asks about current practice at your business -- which oil type are you typically using these days?
November 9, 2023
Equipment
Delo dropping conventional engine oil from its heavy-duty diesel line
As of early next year, Chevron Lubricants' lineup of Delo diesel engine oil will consist exclusively of synthetic and synthetic blends.
November 8, 2023
Equipment
Broken rail led to bridge collapse, trucker's death | Brake Safety Week results
NTSB's preliminary assessment points to broken rail causing derailment that collapsed bridge, killing truck driver. Also: More than 87% of trucks inspected were free of brake-OOS violations during summer blitz; Drivewyze slowdown alerts now in GA.
October 18, 2023
Maintenance
Primer on EGR cooler failure | Solar eclipse traffic, NYC I-278 shutdown expected over weekend
Signs of a failing EGR cooler could include white exhaust steam or smoke coming from the stacks. Also: Where to expect Saturday solar-eclipse traffic across the nation; BQE in NYC shutting down through Monday.
October 13, 2023
Business
Fuel prices flat nationally, varied by region
During the most recent week, diesel's national average changed by less than a penny, though changes were more varied by region. Also: New health clinic aimed at truckers open along I-94; FleetPride acquires Raney's.
October 4, 2023
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