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Week-over-week freight plunge: 42% falls out of spot market in week ending April 12
DAT Solutions notes that for the week ending April 12, load post volumes across segments were down another 42%. More information here on Overdrive.
April 16, 2020
POLL: Have you/your business been approved for relief funding?
News emerged Thursday, April 16, that appropriated funding for the SBA’s Paycheck Protection Program COVID-19 relief had hit its limit with little more than a week and a half of taking applications. Did you apply to it or another program and achieve a result? Weigh in here.
April 16, 2020
‘The more essential I’m gettin’, the stinkier I get’ — another week gone by …
Rule to live by: Tip those who clean the showers well, says Long Haul Paul Marhoefer in his latest dispatch. Read more here on Overdrive.
April 13, 2020
Overdrive Radio
How to do the hard work now: COVID-19 business-, health-support insights
Gary Buchs offers insight on investigating resources and applying for SBA assistance during the coronavirus on this edition of Overdrive Radio. Click here.
April 10, 2020
Business
Diesel prices plunge with double-punch of global oil tensions and coronavirus outbreak
As oil prices continue to drop as a result of the coronavirus outbreak, truck drivers can expect low diesel prices for the coming months. Details on Overdrive.
April 7, 2020
Channel 19
Loads availability looms larger for two heavy/oversize haulers
Two heavy/oversize drivers weigh in on the lack of load availability since the start of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic began. Details here on Overdrive.
April 7, 2020
Business
OOIDA presses Trump to improve access for OTR drivers to get tested
The OOIDA filed a letter to the President asking for help getting truckers tested for the COVID-19 coronavirus, noting the nation's supply chain depends on it.
April 6, 2020
Overdrive Extra
‘I need to get parked and rest’: Testimony from an owner-op who rode out COVID-19 symptoms in the truck
For nearly two weeks, this truck owner was sidelined with symptoms likely caused by the COVID-19 coronavirus. Hear his story, and recommendations, on Overdrive.
April 6, 2020
Overdrive Extra
Midwestern God strikes back: Mild winter gives way to tough decisions this COVID-19 season
During this season of the coronavirus outbreak, Paul gives insight on tough decisions surrounding the pandemic and life on the road. Read more on Overdrive.
April 3, 2020
Overdrive Radio
Follow the orange ribbon to Logan’s lunch for truckers, at I-79 W.Va. rest area — and more support, appreciation
In this Overdrive Radio podcast, learn about 13-year-old Logan Miller and company's Orange Ribbon Campaign to support owner-operators, and hear a message of gratitude.
April 1, 2020
Channel 19
The guidance available: FMCSA’s emergency hours of service exemption
Discover what you need to know about the FMCSA's emergency hours of service exemption for hauling relief freight during the COVID-19 crisis here on Overdrive.
March 31, 2020
Business
Slowdown hitting small fleets hardest, survey sample shows
As the coronavirus continues to impact the trucking industry, small fleets are impacted worse than larger fleets. Details on this survey and more on Overdrive.
March 31, 2020
Business
Mid-range hauls paying better across reefer and van lanes in the last week as replenishment drives volumes
As the COVID-19 crisis impacts supply chains, spot market rates for refrigerated and van lanes jumped for the week ending on March 22. Details on Overdrive.
March 27, 2020
Channel 19
Though hoarding continues, a giving spirit bucks back
Hoarding spurred by COVID-19 has given rise to its opposite, a giving spirit from many. Discover the generosity some truckers are experiencing here.
March 27, 2020
Voices
POLL: What have COVID-19-related lockdowns nationwide done to your business?
How are the lockdowns of communities and plenty business around the nation impacting your trucking operation, positively or negatively and/or if at all? Weigh in here.
March 26, 2020
Business
Step by step: What you can do if you suspect COVID-19 symptoms on the road
If you experience suspected coronavirus symptoms while on the road as a truck driver, learn what steps you should take to ensure your own safety and others.
March 25, 2020
Business
Options on the road for a speedy coronavirus consult
Telemedicine can help ease the burden on hospitals and reduce the spread of COVID-19. Discover how to get a coronavirus consult while on the road here.
March 24, 2020
Business
Owner-ops encouraged to file taxes sooner rather than later despite IRS extension
Although the IRS has extended the deadline for filing taxes to July 15 due to COVID-19, owner-operators should file earlier to receive refund sooner. More here.
March 24, 2020
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