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C.H. Robinson intros tougher carrier standards, new dedicated board
C.H. Robinson's BidBoardX platform comes in response to both carrier and shipper needs, with carriers looking for better access to “committed” freight, and shippers looking for more reliable coverage on critical lanes.
June 18, 2026
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Regulations
The states that actually revoked 'illegally' issued non-domiciled CDLs
FMCSA since September has told individual states to revoke thousands of CDLs. Where did the follow-through really happen? Overdrive uncovers details in several jurisdictions.
June 18, 2026
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Motor Carriers' Road Atlas released: Updated maps, routes
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The atlas, updated annually, is available in three formats -- a paperback edition; a spiral-bound, laminated Deluxe edition; and a Large-Scale edition with larger maps.
June 18, 2026
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Brokers making a killing on record-high spot rates?
Spot rates are breaking records, but are brokers lining their pockets or getting killed? The answer likely varies a great deal between large and small brokers. Some are definitely taking a beating.
June 17, 2026
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Electronic Logging Devices
How troopers tackle remote ELD manipulation, 'chameleon' operations
Or not. Recorded hits of the new ELD-tampering OOS violation show roughly half of all states issued fewer than 10, if any, in the first two months of enforcement. This talk with Tennessee trooper Chris Brooks during Roadcheck last month revealed a few tactics behind-the-curve troopers are learning.
June 16, 2026
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Spec the truck to the job: Owner-op Ron Schreiner's turn to oilfield work
Schreiner’s current business reboot sees him following his own best pieces of advice for all manner of new-to-the-business owners. Namely, find the right used truck for the job you’ll be doing. His personal experience attests after initial purchase of a Pete 386 whose rear suspension wasn't quite up to his oilfield work.
June 15, 2026
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Trucker of the Year
Overdrive's 2026 Trucker of the Year honors: Enter your business
Enter the 2026 Trucker of the Year competition here. Get your biz or another you admire in the running. Owner-operators who've persevered through the challenging markets of the last years are no doubt worthy contenders.
June 15, 2026
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Business
Safety ratings for all? DOT launches tech project to rate 'every motor carrier'
A federal contract shows DOT is moving on a project to use predictive technology to finally issue safety ratings, and the contract winner says it could expand to all carriers
June 12, 2026
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Regulations
Brokers want FMCSA to publish list of 'high risk' motor carriers
A TIA petition asked for FMCSA's public disclosure of a list of carriers with percentiles above intervention thresholds in CSA categories. Congress forbade percentile disclosures in 2015. Also: TCA calls for more comprehensive approach to safety ratings, other reforms.
June 11, 2026
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Business
Good news in latest spot rates record high, fuel update
This week's diesel update showed another 14 cents sheared from the price of a gallon. Dry, reefer rates largely held steady but flatbed was up strong. Also: OOIDA proud to haul The Wall That Heals memorial to Vietnam vets; digital fuel payments provider integrates with ELD system for fraud protection boost.
June 10, 2026
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Regulations
FMCSA, Congress work with 'carrier vetting' industry amid fraud crackdown
A big shift is taking place in Washington as FMCSA, DOT and Congress take notice of new, more sinister breeds of fraud and cargo theft.
June 9, 2026
Outside DOT headquarters in Washington, D.C. Left to right: Alex Panfilov of Verified Carrier, Danielle Spinelli of GenLogs, Scott Cornell from TAPA, Dale Prax of FreightValidate, Tom Cornett with Descartes, and Shawn Rasmore from Truckstop.com. Also present were reps from Highway and The Bannon Report.
Business
Trucking conditions hit four-year high: FTR | Is that dashcam worth it?
Tight capacity and climbing freight rates largely offset high fuel prices for April. Also: ATRI, FMCSA want driver and carrier input on on-board safety tech like dashcams; Georgia Ports Authority streamlining gate access, security with new app features.
June 8, 2026
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Overdrive Radio
Will FMCSA safety rating be key to owner-ops' access to freight?
Short answer: Not by itself. Today on Overdrive Radio, a view from the broker's side of the equation. Jennifer Mead of S2 argues for more safety rating from FMCSA, yet underscores the value of in-real-life relationships between middlemen and carrier service providers.
June 8, 2026
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Regulations
Cabotage: Border Patrol revokes visas from Mexican drivers, FMCSA updates ELP rules at border
The DOT announced it's partnering with Border Patrol to revoke visas and impose "immediate and real consequences" for cross-border drivers and carriers who undermine American truckers via cabotage.
June 4, 2026
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Business
FMCSA safety ratings fall off a cliff
Finalized ratings were way down in 2025, though the agency's enforcement actions and focus on the "front door" might be just as impactful long-term for safety assessment.
June 3, 2026
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Business
50K pay-to-park spaces now in Trucker Path | FedEx Freight spins off as independent
FedEx Corp. completed a spin-off of FedEx Freight Monday, June 1. Also: Truck-Lite gets waiver for brake-activated pulsating brake lights; 50K paid parking spots added to Trucker Path app.
June 3, 2026
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Regulations
DACA recipient seeks non-domiciled CDL waiver
The specific request would only apply to Class B passenger-carrying vehicle CDLs, but FMCSA's approval could open the door for Class A drivers. Also: Texas ends non-English knowledge tests, gets back in non-domiciled CDL game; certain Colorado permits move online.
June 2, 2026
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Business
Spot rates surge, with some relief at the pump
Total spot market rates hit a new record high last week on the strength of flatbed and dry van, according to load boards' tracking. Diesel prices, meanwhile, fell 17 cents during the same week.
June 2, 2026
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21M miles on the road to true trucking elite status
Today, an Overdrive salute to Candy "Glitter Granny" Bass, Eddie "Tennessee Trash" Parrish, and Mike "Cow Chip" Brown, all 7M-safe-milers and honored together for the achievement at the Large Cars & Guitars truck show in Bristol, Tennessee, last month.
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