Dean SmallwoodDean Smallwood is managing editor of Commercial Carrier Journal and Overdrive. He has more than two decades of journalism experience, with more than half of that spent covering the transportation industry. Daytime Phone: 800-633-5953, ext. 1039GearRand McNally rolls out feature-packed OverDryve 8The latest device for truckers from Rand McNally is a true multitasker. The OverDryve 8 Pro is an all-in-one dashboard device that combines truck navigation, on-board SiriusXM radio, voice assistance, built-in dash cam, hands-free calling and texting, and is E-Log ready. It is expected to be available in travel centers by the end of this month. The device, built specifically […]May 22, 2017GearRoadKing Classic CB includes numerous featuresThe RoadKing Classic CB has a number of features that make it a wise choice when it comes time to replace your truck’s CB or to install one for the first time. Among the many features are: S/RF/SWR/CAL switch allows antenna matching for optimum performance SWR/RF/SWR meter provides power output, signal strength and SWR readings […]May 18, 2017BusinessCummins endorses Power Service fuel additivesCummins has endorsed two Power Service products for use in its diesel engines – Diesel Kleen +Cetane Boost and Diesel Fuel Supplement +Cetane Boost – the first fuel additive products that Cummins has ever officially recommended. “In recent years, diesel fuel quality has become increasingly important as engines evolve and the diesel fuel manufacturing processes […]May 10, 2017GearGarmin dēzl truck navigators loaded with featuresGarmin’s dēzl 770LMTHD and dēzl 570LMT truck GPS navigators come with applications to help make your life on the road a little less complicated. Both come with: Customized truck routing for the size and weight of your truck Displays current street, current speed, truck speed limit and estimated time of arrival Easy route shaping lets you […]May 10, 2017GearMobileSpec rolls out new line of productsMobileSpec, a member of the RoadPro family of brands, introduced its new line of mobile technology products at the Mid-America Trucking Show show in Louisville, Kentucky in March. The product line includes: Headphones and earbuds Cellular accessories Inverters and portable power Personal computing devices and accessories Portable audio/video accessories Satellite radio and TV accessories Mounting […]May 5, 2017GearGet the smartphone but ditch the contractThere was a time when mobile phones were just barely mobile; they were large, bulky and reception was spotty at best. Users generally were guys with either pocket protectors or Porsches. Phones have gotten smaller, more convenient, highly reliable and you’re seen as unusual if you don’t have one. But, one constant until recently has […]May 4, 2017GearTomTom now offers GPS just for truckersTomTom has created a GPS designed for professional truck drivers. The TomTom Trucker 600 delivers accurate, vehicle-relevant navigation, as well as map updates and traffic analysis for the lifetime of the device. “We are excited to be able to deliver a GPS designed specifically for truckers, giving them all the relevant truck-specific information such as […]May 2, 2017GearNew mobile tech brands, products in travel centersThe next time you pull in to refuel, have dinner, shower or do your laundry, build in a little extra time to check out merchandise from brands new to travel centers as well as new mobile tech items from some familiar names. Among brands new to travel centers are Nuu/Lycca, TomTom, MobileSpec 2.0, Skullcandy, Uniden […]May 2, 2017GearNew digital guide delivers latest mobile tech gearA new interactive digital digest features information about the latest products designed for truck drivers and their lives on the road. The new MobileTech Gear Guide premieres Monday, May 1 on Truckers News and its sister publication Overdrive. This digital digest by RoadPro Brands features stories and videos and specifics on the latest product that keep […]May 1, 2017GearMobileSpec recharges with over 200 new on-the-go productsMobileSpec, a member of the RoadPro family of brands, introduced its new mobile technology solution of charging, audio and protection products at the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky. Charles White, vice president of brands and marketing for DAS Companies, said the design-savvy product offering, inspired by the on-the-go lifestyle, features a fresh new look […]April 26, 2017Previous PagePage 36 of 54Next PageTop StoriesCustom RigsBen Cadle's personal 2024 Pete 389, custom-built with Semi Casual assistSmall fleet owner Cadle showed the sharp 389 hooked to a brand-new polished-out Dorsey flatbed that his parallel Trelco Trailers business, leasing and selling trailers, took to the Large Cars and Guitars truck show in Kodak, Tennessee, in May.Trucking LawTrucking Law: Marijuana rescheduling impact for pro truckersRegulationsTimeline for AEBs, broker transparency, other rulemakings in the worksBusinessWhy brokers don't want to give owner-ops transparency in freight transactionsFeatured SponsorGarmin Dezl Trucking Headsets