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DAT adds drug testing compliance services
DAT has partnered with CleanFleet to offer drug testing services for owner-ops. And other news: iMoving.com hits million-mile milestone for HHG moves; TCA’s 2021 Annual Convention and the Owner-Operator of the Year winner announcement have been delayed; and more.
November 6, 2020
Electric Class 8 Volvo available for order next month
Volvo’s VNR Electric will be available for order on Dec. 3. And other news: U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree-hauling Kenworth gets graphics wrap; Heartland Express, A&R Logistics announce pay increases for drivers.
November 5, 2020
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This brain trick worsens the danger of cumulative sleep loss | Cabover ‘Joy Ride’ to the port
Bill Hambrick discusses logistics culture valuing timeliness above nearly everything else and Ben Cadle speaks on supply chain stress and irregularities.
November 5, 2020
Business
Don’t risk personal safety to avoid snow/ice removal fines
With winter storms having already started in parts of the country and soon to come in others, how do you safely remove snow and ice from the roof of a trailer? Several states have laws requiring it.
November 5, 2020
Hours of Service
From the ELD data: Drivers wade slowly into new HOS split options as 30-minute break violations dip
ELD data shows 30-minute-break violations dropping as truckers utilize new hours of service options. But new split sleeper options are still being learned.
November 4, 2020
Business
All-electric Peterbilt 579EV now available for order
Peterbilt's 579EV is out, with other news: Washington state-based small fleet will pay $300,000 to settle EPA violation; Mack's new premium seat option, more.
November 4, 2020
Partners in Business
Truck purchasing, depreciation and taxes: Keep emotions out of it
Overdrive Extra contributor Gary Buchs discusses with Kevin Rutherford how emotions can lead to irrational decision-making. Check out the video on Overdrive.
November 4, 2020
Business
PrePass Alerts for drivers expanded across contiguous U.S.
PrePass Safety Alliance recently completed work to expand the PrePass safety Alerts across all 48 contiguous states with more than 2,800 Alerts. And other news: A trucker who stopped after car hit a deer was named a Highway Angel; Love’s adds new dining option; TA offering free meal to veterans.
November 3, 2020
Business
Despite slowed growth, per-mile spot rates in October continued skyward
According to data from Truckstop.com, refrigerated freight in October continued to be the stand-out, with per-mile rates climbing another 25 cents to $2.84.
November 3, 2020
Custom Rigs
Passing the ‘trucking bug’ down with David Lewis’ 1997 International
Davidson Trucking-leased owner-operator Lewis reveals a trucking passion and hopes to pass the bug down to the next generation. Watch here on Overdrive.
November 3, 2020
Business
Volvo recalling more than 8,400 VNL tractors for sleeper window issue
Volvo is recalling more than 8,400 model year 2020 VNL tractors for potential sleeper window issue. And other news: Volvo and Daimler partner to develop fuel cell technology; Love’s opened a new travel center in Tennessee; and a new TA Express opened in Texas.
November 2, 2020
Voices
POLL: Have you used the FMCSA’s DataQs violation/crash info system for any of these reasons?
The DataQs system is where drivers and fleets go to challenge/request official review of information associated with inspections and DOT-recordable crashes. Have you utilized it for any of the common reasons shown in this poll?
November 2, 2020
Business
Clock’s ticking for independents to run their required self-check in Drug Clearinghouse
The clock is ticking for small fleets and one-truck independent owner-operators to run their required self-check-in the FMCSA Drug Clearinghouse. Details here.
November 2, 2020
Overdrive Extra
Trucker Mike Sheffield channels coal country, CB riffing with ‘Hammer Down Again’ album
Long Haul Paul interviews trucker and songwriter Mike Sheffield for the "Faces of the Road" series. Learn more about Sheffield and his music on Overdrive.
November 2, 2020
Overdrive Radio
Listen back: Truckers, brokers sound off in freight transaction transparency session
Three petitions, a wide array of views. Hear the full session audio, edited slightly to remove technical interruptions, in this edition of Overdrive Radio.
November 2, 2020
Voices
POLL: Independents, how would you describe your principal freight sources — shippers, brokers, a mix?
For the independents/small fleet owners with authority among you: Are you working with one or more shippers/customers, a mix of brokers, a single broker? Weigh in via this poll.
November 2, 2020
Business
Another on-highway autonomous truck test completed
Autonomous trucking tech firm Locomation recently completed an on-road pilot program in Pennsylvania, Ohio and Michigan. And other news: Eastbound Loop 101 near I-17 in Phoenix will be closed this weekend; autonomous trucking firm TuSimple expands Texas footprint.
October 30, 2020
Business
Spot freight: Load post volumes dip for fourth straight week
Truckload rates and volumes seem to be plateauing; however, the spot truckload freight market remains strong year over year. Details on Overdrive.
October 30, 2020
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