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In blockbuster deal, UPS selling off UPS Freight to TFI for $800M

Approximately 90% of the acquired business will operate independently within TFI International’s LTL business segment under its new name, “TForce Freight.”

January 25, 2021

UPS is selling its LTL and dedicated truckload business, UPS Freight, to TFI International for $800 million.

'WTF' stresses service for long-term success

Watch This Freight's owner Jesse McGinness has purchased the first Class 8 in his 11-unit otherwise hotshot fleet. A black-rimmed flattop 2021 389 spec'd for heavy haul wasn't part of his five-year plan when he launched the company four years ago.

January 14, 2021

2021 Peterbilt 389 with Landoll trailer

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FMCSA proposes new split sleeper pilot program

FMCSA is proposing a pilot program to study 5/5 and 6/4 options for drivers to split their sleeper berth time. And other news: The agency's inflation-adjusted fines for regs violations; Be wary of increased traffic, delays in D.C. next week.

January 14, 2021

Glider kit market hits fatal nosedive with latest emissions regs

There’s seemingly no option on the market for owner-operators or small fleets to purchase a new glider kit. That includes buying straight from truck manufacturers for truckers who want to build and assemble their own glider truck.

January 13, 2021

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Trucking trends to watch in 2021: Speed limiters, insurance regs and more

What's on deck for trucking in 2021? Potentially, revival of regs like speed limiters and new mandatory insurance minimums. Also, the freight recovery rolls on -- but for how long? Those issues and other trends to watch in 2021...

January 8, 2021

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Shorter 14-hour pauses, DOL’s independent contractor ruling on Biden’s early scratch list

The Biden administration plans to halt or delay a number of the Trump administration’s “midnight regulations,” which include several proposed trucking regs. In other news: FMCSA looks to update its “yard move” HOS guidance; Volvo recalls approx. 6,300 trucks.

January 4, 2021

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Stimulus package’s PPP, per diem provisions add sweeteners for truckers

The new bill extends the Paycheck Protection Program and clarifies its first round in ways that can benefit small fleets. Details here on Overdrive.

December 30, 2020

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Truckers now included in third group recommended for COVID vaccine

A federal advisory committee recommended that truck drivers be in Phase 1c of the COVID-19 vaccine distribution, only behind healthcare workers and other essential frontline workers. And other news: Congress is nearing the passage of a new COVID stimulus bill; a trucker was charged in New York on gun charges.

December 21, 2020

This slide from Sunday’s ACIP meeting shows the workers in Phase 1b (frontline essential workers) and in Phase 1c (other essential workers, including truck drivers).

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‘The most difficult part was logging in’: Independent trucker walks through DOT Clearinghouse self-check process (with step by step photos)

Independent operators and small fleets must have DOT Clearinghouse check completed by Jan. 5, 2021. Learn about the self-check process here on Overdrive.

November 13, 2020

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Custom sleepers, while costly, can ease relentless OTR lifestyle

At a cost of $200,000 to $300,000 or more, custom sleeper trucks can include stoves, freezers, TV set ups, and even full bathrooms with a toilet and shower.

February 8, 2018

Bruce and Heather Richards’ 2016 Volvo

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From left: Mike Maher’s 1989 Peterbilt 379EXHD; Bruce Roche’s 1991 Kenworth K100; and Clifton Parsley’s “Heavy Hook” 2024 Peterbilt 389 tow truck.

Pride & Polish: Finalists set to compete for top honors

Three finalists in each of five categories -- Antique, Interior, Limited Mileage, Working Bobtail and Working Combo -- have been selected by Overdrive readers, and winners will be announced later this month.

Round 1 of the competition is now open. Check out the videos for each matchup and cast your votes at this link, or at the bottom of this post.

Overdrive's Custom Rigs Showdown: Round 1 kicks off

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'Peanut's Pride': Owner-op's second chance after close brush with death

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Small fleet owner's '88 Pete 379 Pretty Bitchin' with B-model Cat

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Trucker of the Year 'exit interviews,' Part 2: Flatbedder's edition

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