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‘People are desperate’: Fraudsters target vulnerable truckers with COVID scams
Owner-operators and small fleets exploited by fraudulent hackers using the fear, uncertainty and confusion surrounding COVID-19. Stay informed with Overdrive.
April 13, 2020
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‘El Dorado’ Peterbilt, with a wealth of awards, was no myth
El Dorado was photographed at Texas Stadium, home to the Dallas Cowboys through 2008. The Peterbilt’s awards included a Pride & Polish Best of Show.
April 9, 2020
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‘I need to get parked and rest’: Testimony from an owner-op who rode out COVID-19 symptoms in the truck
For nearly two weeks, this truck owner was sidelined with symptoms likely caused by the COVID-19 coronavirus. Hear his story, and recommendations, on Overdrive.
April 6, 2020
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Midwestern God strikes back: Mild winter gives way to tough decisions this COVID-19 season
During this season of the coronavirus outbreak, Paul gives insight on tough decisions surrounding the pandemic and life on the road. Read more on Overdrive.
April 3, 2020
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Finding the right freight to outlast the downturn
Many owner-operators are considering what freight will remain in demand beyond food and relief supplies. Discover how major trucking niches are shaping up.
April 3, 2020
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More federal aid options for owner-operators, and a full-month’s view of spot rates with coronavirus spreading
Spot rates climbed in March. But for those struggling, a look at other federal aid options available under recent COVID-19 relief bills. Details on Overdrive.
April 1, 2020
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Bleach bath? Garlic?…Manure? Debunking the wild COVID-19 myths and scams bouncing around
Overdrive sets the record straight by debunking common coronavirus myths and scams. Stay safe out there by knowing what's fact vs what's fiction here.
March 31, 2020
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My way of eating for better long-term physical/mental health
As research continues to show the correlation between diet and disease, discover tips for eating for your long-term physical and mental health on Overdrive.
March 30, 2020
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Week two amid the outbreak: The little things we lean on in the face of the unknown
Long Haul Paul recalls old cold war directives in interaction with a shipping clerk during week two of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more on Overdrive.
March 23, 2020
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‘We drive on’: A week in the pandemic, from truck stops, picks and drops, to home
Long Haul Paul Marhoefer shares insights on how the coronavirus is directly affecting his own trucking life, and others'. More on Overdrive.
March 16, 2020
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Credit data change affects mid-rated truck buyers
FICO's credit data change will affect fleet financing for mid-range truck buyers and people with average credit scores between 650 to 700. Details here.
March 5, 2020
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A Catch-22 in over-the-road access to help
Owner-operator, truckers’ chaplain and life coach Clifford Petersen encountered this situation when he tried to refer an over-the-road hauler he was counseling to a licensed practitioner — it seemed next-to-impossible to find one who could offer teletherapy to local haulers when they were over the road, outside the state.
February 18, 2020
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Outrage and sadness with WSM All Nighter’s cancellation
A management shakeup at the “Air Castle of the South,” Nashville’s WSM 650 AM, has left more than one show scuttled in its wake, including a favorite of truckers across the nation. Gone is the WSM All Nighter With Marcia Campbell. “It feels like a death …. to this gearjammer.”
February 12, 2020
Overdrive Extra
Dealing with the physical effects of daily stress doesn’t have to be ‘bucking a stacked deck’
Understand the impacts of stress on your mental and physical health and how to cope with stress long-term as a truck driver on Overdrive today.
February 3, 2020
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A mid-career hauling pause for the ultimate goal: Danny and Cindy George’s sailing voyage ’round the world
Life on the road can be stressful for truck drivers but defining a goal can help you plan for the future. Discover Danny and Cindy George's story on Overdrive.
January 27, 2020
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Memories: An Overdrive model, splurging on ice cream and a forgotten profile of founding firebrand Mike Parkhurst
The grandson of the "first trucking boss" of Mike Parkhurst recollects memories of the Overdrive magazine founder. Learn more about Parkhurst on Overdrive.
January 23, 2020
Overdrive Extra
Wednesday is quarterly estimated tax deadline
For those who are self-employed, there are three dates (four, counting April 15) that are important enough that the IRS can penalize you if you ignore them. These are the quarterly estimated quarterly filing deadlines. The first one of the new calendar is Jan. 15.
January 14, 2020
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Capture 2020 vision with proactive attention to repair, operating and finance costs
“Successful owners throughout this past difficult year have an established business plan and operating procedures that enable them to be proactive with decision-making.” Also: How one got out from under a budensome lease payment to take title to the truck and reduce fixed financing costs in the bargain.
January 7, 2020
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