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Life
4.1-million-mile safe driver wins prestigious CVSA award
AutoZone truck driver Wayne Hayes won this year's CVSA International Driver Excellence Award. Also: New Love's stops open in Louisiana, Nevada; Highway Angel recognized for stopping to help stranded, distressed motorist.
September 4, 2023
Equipment
Used truck sales volumes, prices trending down
ACT Research reported used Class 8 sales volumes were down nearly 8% in July, while prices were down 5%. Also: South Dakota truck parking areas closed indefinitely; TA names new CEO.
September 1, 2023
Regulations
Safety groups decry attempts to block speed limiters, OOIDA fires back
Safety advocacy groups, including the Trucking Alliance group of large carriers, urged Congress to oppose measures to block a speed limiter mandate. Also: Trimac acquires Tennessee-based bulk carrier; Love's expands again with two new stops.
August 25, 2023
Equipment
It's official: Nikola truck fires prompt battery-electric recalls
Nikola announced last week it was beginning the process to recall the trucks, and the recall was made official Aug. 18. Also: Severe-duty Autocars recalled; new Love's in Nevada; Arizona TA gets new restaurant.
August 21, 2023
Equipment
First 'autonomous truckport' opens in Georgia
Autonomous tech firm Kodiak Robotics opened its first "autonomous truckport" in Villa Rica, Georgia, which will serve as the company's eastern hub for autonomous operations. It allows for fueling, inspections and more of autonomous trucks.
August 21, 2023
Regulations
Nearly 200 propane tanker trailers need reinspection
FMCSA and PHMSA found that some tankers manufactured by Meeder Equipment Company Inc./Ransome Manufacturing were not inspected properly. Also: New dual-facing AI dashcam; Comdata now accepted at Maverik stops; new source for rest area parking info.
August 15, 2023
Regulations
CVSA asks for more time to comment on automatic emergency braking proposal
The group representing commercial vehicle inspectors said the initial 60-day comment period isn't enough to properly analyze and comment on the proposal. Also: Forward Air, Omni Logistics merging; Sheetz opens new location with truck parking, fueling.
August 11, 2023
Overdrive Extra
What makes a top-rated truck stop
Plentiful parking, clean showers, pet-friendly policies, parking, great food, respectful service ... did we say parking? All the qualities OTR truckers want in a truck stop take center stage in commentary on Trucker Path's Top 100 list. Who's your No 1?
August 3, 2023
Maintenance
Ryder intros new mobile maintenance service for trucks, trailers, more
Torque by Ryder provides a portfolio of maintenance offerings with its fleet of mobile maintenance trucks and technicians. Also: Pilot-Bridgestone tire management partnership exceeding goals; new Love's in Ariz., Miss.; latest Highway Angel.
July 13, 2023
Life
Truck driver watching TikTok at time of deadly crash, cops say
A truck driver involved in a deadly crash that killed five in January in Arizona was allegedly watching TikTok at the time of the crash. Also: Michigan receives funding for "truck stop of the future;" trucker amenities at new New York service area.
July 4, 2023
Life
Calif. cops bust hauler with 95 pounds of suspected meth in trailer
A California Highway Patrol officer and a K-9 unit found four suitcases of the suspected drug in the trailer. Also: While oral fluid testing is allowed by DOT, still no HHS-approved labs; new Love's in western Colorado.
June 30, 2023
Life
FMCSA to study driver interactions with autonomous tech
FMCSA is looking to launch a study that will include 100 drivers and a driving simulator to examine how drivers interact with different levels of automation. Also: Anti-speed-limiter bill gains support in more co-sponsors; Love's opening truck washes.
June 27, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA, NHTSA set to propose automatic braking mandate | National contractor ABC test resurfaces
NHTSA and FMCSA will publish in the near future a notice of proposed rulemaking that would require AEBs on new trucks. Also: PRO Act with national ABC test clears committee; new truck stop coming later this summer at Nevada casino; on the road with pets.
June 22, 2023
Regulations
FMCSA finalizes lower UCR fees for 2024
Carriers will see a 9% decrease in UCR fees for the 2024 registration year. Also: International SuperTruck II boasts 16 mpg; TA opens new location in Huntsville, Texas; MHC Kenworth opens largest commercial truck dealership in El Paso.
June 21, 2023
Life
Trucker lauded for 'skills of a linebacker' in tackling fleeing suspect
A sheriff's department in Florida got an assist from a "Good Samaritan" truck driver in apprehending a fleeing suspect. Also: 4,900 Peterbilt 579s recalled; Tesla Semi hit with second recall; two new Pilots in California, Texas.
June 19, 2023
Parking
St. Paul, Minnesota, officially bans truck parking
Beginning next year, St. Paul will join its Twin Cities neighbor in banning truck parking on city streets. Also: Washington state to require bathroom access for truckers; HHG mover pleads guilty to scheme; new Sheetz location offers diesel, parking.
May 25, 2023
Overdrive Extra
Truck parking reimagined: Bennett's 'Large car campgrounds'
"Fighting that mess at the truck stop" was a principal concern driving the investment in the Large Car Campgrounds initiative, says Bennett Motor Express CEO David Lowry. Now, three dedicated campgrounds for Bennett-leased owners set the stage for more.
May 22, 2023
Business
TA closes deal with BP | Freight-fraud prevention tactics highlighted
The $1.3 billion purchase officially wrapped on May 15. Also: Truckstop begins weekly freight fraud prevention series May 19; legislation looks to boost participation in under-21 interstate pilot program; small fleet acquired by Eagle Transport.
May 18, 2023
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