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Swift reportedly part of flight from owner-operator leasing in California
Trends for trucking fleets with Calif. operations to shy away from leasing owner-operators in Calif. could be in the works at one of the largest truck carriers.
February 22, 2019
Overdrive Radio
ELD impacts, take 3,456,891: Talking paid reserved parking, hurry-up dynamics, training and more with owner-op Carolyn Carroll
Listen to Carolyn Carroll explain the benefits of reserved parking and how she fairs as a truck driver in a male-dominated profession on Overdrive Radio.
June 8, 2018
Business
Swift, Knight enter merger agreement
In 2016, Swift reported just over $4 billion in revenue, and Knight reported $1.1 billion in revenue. The merger is expected to close in the third quarter of this year, subject to regulatory approvals and closing conditions.
April 10, 2017
Custom Rigs
New hub covers, more for Michael and Tammy Groom and their ‘Mothership’ 2012 KW T660
There’s certainly more than just aesthetics driving the choice of the Vyper covers by American Truck Technology, Michael says. (They do look good, though.) An encounter with the head of the company led a little brand loyalty, of a sort…
December 10, 2016
Business
Swift makes $4.4 million settlement with 160,000 driver applicants over background checks
Swift Transportation has agreed to a $4.4 million class-action settlement in the case involving claims that the carrier violated stipulations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act by not disclosing to driver applicants that it could access background checks and not allowing applicants to contest the carrier’s findings.
April 23, 2014
Business
Driving with a partner offers income, lifestyle opportunities
It’s no secret why team driving is attractive to the young and ambitious in trucking: income opportunity is high in the right operation. On the flip side, it’s also a refuge for second-career empty-nesters looking to enjoy life.
August 8, 2013
Business
Fit for duty: Vets find new life in trucking
Carriers are looking for a few good men – and women – to drive their trucks. Military veterans fill the bill.
August 9, 2012
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What trucking advice would you give a rookie driver?
Truckers give advice to rookie drivers.
June 1, 2012
Overdrive Extra
Big fleet earnings could mean bigger paychecks
Carriers who have seen big growth over the last year could be passing some of it on to owner-operators.
April 20, 2012
Business
LogBook
Driver harassment, the hours rule, Navistar’s engine transision, sleep apnea regulations and more industry news items are featured.
March 20, 2012
Business
Navistar-led partnership plans natural gas initiative
Navistar is developing natural gas-powered engines for Class 7 and Class 8 trucks and Clean Energy is building LNG fueling stations.
February 1, 2012
Business
Trial date set for Swift suit
Trial may resume Sept. 17 in the class action suit truckers brought against Swift Transportation over alleged practices.
January 18, 2012
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