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Overdrive Extra

As PPP loans arrive – or not – consider merits of better record-keeping

When resolving a a Paycheck Protection Program loan, record-keeping will make the difference in loan forgiveness as it did for the loan amount. Details here.

May 11, 2020

Business

Owner-operators logged four strong quarters before the bottom fell out

As the coronavirus began to shut down most of the economy, owner-operators were able to stay on the road and maintain earnings. Details here on Overdrive.

May 11, 2020

Channel 19

Cap those broker margins? Readers sound off, and one broker moves to do it himself

Despite a majority in favor of a cap, critics of any regulation limiting pricing were more vocal than the majority. Read more here on Overdrive.

May 8, 2020

Business

Small fleets in Southeast seeing major cutbacks

While some small trucking fleets report total shutdown others are noting business is busier than usual. See more freight demand survey information on Overdrive.

May 6, 2020

Business

Some markets show growth in freight volume, but rates still lag

The DAT load board network shows the number of load posts was up 33% from last week but spot market rates still continue to slip. Learn more here on Overdrive.

May 5, 2020

Channel 19

Some carriers rewarding leased/company haulers, where it counts

Some trucking companies are paying truck drivers hazard bonus pay for continuing to drive during the coronavirus pandemic. Hear from the drivers on Overdrive.

April 28, 2020

Business

A third of small fleets shut down as COVID-19 guts freight market

Survey shows coronavirus cutbacks have "totally shut down" one-third of small fleets. Discover how COVID-19 continues to impact owner-operators on Overdrive.

April 28, 2020

Overdrive Extra

The owner-operator’s No. 1 freight negotiations tool — Right of refusal

As an owner-operator, your right of refusal is your best freight negotiation tool in a down market. Gary Buchs offers insights and information here on Overdrive.

April 27, 2020

Overdrive Extra

Have you been snookered by a deceptive small-business loan?

Have you ever been taken by a small business loan? Let us know about your experience as we dive deeper into misleading loan practices and fraud on Overdrive.

April 24, 2020

Business

Big loads, big equipment, big pay: Heavy/specialized hauling explored

Specialized and heavy hauling can provide top dollar for those willing to pay their dues, learn the permitting process and get comfortable with the biggest and heaviest of loads with the right equipment.

April 23, 2020

Overdrive Extra

With rates inside out and risks on the road, many owner-operators choose to sit

Rates and conditions on the road are prompting many owner-operators to simply hang up the keys and wait it out. Details on Overdrive.

April 22, 2020

Voices

POLL: Have you/your business been approved for relief funding?

News emerged Thursday, April 16, that appropriated funding for the SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program COVID-19 relief had hit its limit with little more than a week and a half of taking applications. Did you apply to it or another program and achieve a result? Weigh in here.

April 16, 2020