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Court of Appeals denies OOIDA’s EOBR request

A federal court has denied OOIDA’s request that it order the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to not encourage EOBR use.

March 30, 2012

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Newbies: Could you survive events like these?

We have had a dry spell but are OK. Financial reserves are important.

March 30, 2012

Business

Trucker buddies honored

Twelve drivers were recognized for outstanding volunteer work with elementary-school students at the recent trucking trade show in Louisville, Ky., Trucker Buddy International announced. The 2011 Trucker Buddies of the Month honored are Dave Anderson, Crete Carriers; Ken Armstrong, Swift Transportation; Jim Buwalda, Team One; Tom Byl, Walmart; Craig Dickason; Duane Donner, Walmart; Susan and […]

March 30, 2012

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LED beacon

The 7965 Series Pulse II LED beacon consists of combined traditional strobe-style housing with LED innovations. The light comes with a two-year warranty and is available in 5-in. and 7-in. height profiles. It has 12-volt DC operation and a Pulse8 flash pattern to attract attention during a warning sgnal. ECCO, eccolink.com

March 30, 2012

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Bluetooth-capable CB

The 29 LX BT CB radio unit enables hands-free calling through Bluetooth connectivity.  Features include one-touch operation that allows initiation and terminating mobile calls with a single button and text-to-speech conversion – responding to emails and texts simply by talking. The unit also has Caller ID with Voice, to provide voice announcement of incoming callers, […]

March 30, 2012

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Gambrell named Prime’s 2011 Instructor of the Year

Jerry Gambrell was named Instructor of the Year for 2011, Springfield, Mo.-based Prime Inc. announced. Gambrell has worked for the carrier for two years, during which he has won several awards for best pre-trip inspections. Visit Prime for details.

March 30, 2012

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Durable, long-wear wheel paint

The aerosol wheel paint delivers long-lasting finish in four colors: steel, semi-gloss black, silver argent and charcoal gray metallic.  The paint features a resin system and works for tires, hub caps, auto trim and grilles. The paint is tarnish, weather and rust- and scratch-resistant, the company says. PLASTIKOTE, plastikote.com, 866-222-8714

March 30, 2012

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I-12 eastbound to be closed

Interstate 12 eastbound will be closed Saturday, March 31, at the O’Neal Lane interchange in Baton Rouge for about 12 hours.

March 29, 2012

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FMCSA study: Speed limiters improve safety

Research confirms safety benefits of using technology to electronically govern and limit the top speed of commercial trucks.

March 29, 2012

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Love’s stop opens in Comfort, Texas

A new travel center has opened in Comfort, Texas, off Interstate 10 at exit 523, Love’s Travel Stops announced. Drivers will receive double points on purchases made with store cards at the stop through April 29. The stop includes Subway and McDonald’s restaurants, has 70 truck spaces, DEF dispensers at the diesel islands, CAT scales, […]

March 29, 2012

Overdrive Extra

Check out April issue of Overdrive

Read James Jaillet’s great story on the pros and cons of reprogramming your engine in the digital edition of Overdrive.

March 28, 2012

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CARB deadline March 30

The deadline for reporting under the Truck and Bus Regulation is March 30.

March 28, 2012