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. 1039BusinessEquipment Spotlight: LEDsToday’s LED lights offer clear advantages for truckers when driving, parked or under the hood. Finely tuned light-emitting chips provide enhanced colors, enhancing visibility. Although LED lights cost more, the return on investment is greater due to longer lifespan. In addition, they remain almost as bright at the end of their service lives as at […]December 5, 2015BusinessGear Rewind: Aero, add-ons and chromeSince most of you are busy enough trying to manage your own business, it’s likely you occasionally might have missed a few announcements for new products that we frequently relay to you at OverdriveOnline.com. This week, our “Gear Rewind” series takes a look back at some recently introduced aerodynamic, chrome and other related add-ons designed […]November 6, 2015GearProgressive Dynamics’ converter/battery chargerProgressive Dynamics’ PD9130 converter and battery charging system is designed to avoid dead batteries and cold-weather jumpstarts. The converter is engineered to allow batteries to remain charged after it is plugged into any 115 volt outlet overnight or over the weekend. While plugged in, a vehicle’s battery remains at optimal voltage as the converter simultaneously […]October 29, 2015GearRitron’s wireless callboxRitron callboxes are built to allow instant, wireless two-way communication from any fixed location, inside or out, to the main facility, enhancing productivity without adding personnel or infrastructure. The callbox can be PC-programmed to be compatible with virtually any brand of VHF or UHF business-band radios already in use. The radio can be powered by […]October 27, 2015BusinessEquipment Spotlight: SeatsWhile office workers can spend hours sitting down, they can 
get up, stretch and walk around. Those are not options for truck drivers. Add to that road vibration and shocks, and it’s easy to see why seat technology can have a massive effect on safety and health. “Truck drivers experience lower back problems at a […]October 23, 2015GearKing’s portable antenna mountKing’s Portable Antenna Mount is designed to be compatible with all vehicles and is customized to fit the company’s Tailgater and Quest portable satellite TV antennas. No drilling is required; the mount is engineered for easy installation with heavy-duty mounting tape to hang on the window or side of the truck or RV and provide […]October 22, 2015GearRoadhawkUSA’s in-cab cameraRoadhawkUSA’s RoadhawkHD 1080p full-HD-resolution dash camera is suited for independent drivers and small to mid-sized fleets that do not require data networks but want a level of recorded safety and accountability. The plug-and-play camera has the option of permanent in-vehicle wiring and features loop recording (8 GB card included), date- and time-stamped video with GPS […]October 21, 2015BusinessGear Rewind: Cab and InteriorThis week we’re resuming our series that takes a look back at some recent product introductions for specific categories and specs. After all, since most of you are busy enough trying to manage your own business and make as much money as possible, it’s likely you occasionally might have missed a few gear rollouts over […]October 16, 2015GearRam Mounting Systems’ protective device caseRam Mounting Systems’ IntelliSkin protective device case is designed to simplify docking and undocking of various Samsung smartphones and tablets by providing standard charging contacts to help prevent damage in rugged commercial application environments. IntelliSkin features an integrated power connector compatible with any Global Docking System charging dock for fleets using applications for tracking, hours […]October 15, 2015BusinessGear Rewind: ElectronicsThis week we’re resuming our series that takes a look back at some recent product introductions for specific categories and specs. After all, since most of you are busy enough trying to manage your own business and make as much money as possible, it’s likely you occasionally might have missed a few gear rollouts over […]October 10, 2015Previous PagePage 42 of 54Next PageTop StoriesBusinessMassive Microsoft outage hits diesel pumps, creates permitting nightmaresA massive outage of Microsoft and the Crowdstrike security platform snarled diesel availability and created permitting nightmares for truckers across the country on Friday.Custom RigsBen Cadle's personal 2024 Pete 389, custom-built with Semi Casual assistTrucking LawTrucking Law: Marijuana rescheduling impact for pro truckersRegulationsTimeline for AEBs, broker transparency, other rulemakings in the worksFeatured SponsorThe ALL NEW Rand Tablet