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Serious as a heart attack: Small fleet owner's brush with death a cautionary tale
Suprise Trucking owners Bryon and Holly Stoll are in the process of regrouping after Bryon's heart attack and subsequent surgery a few weeks back. Bryon here shares his story in hopes to spur better awareness of signs, symptoms, to save a life.
September 23, 2022
Regulations
Hutcheson confirmed to lead FMCSA, becomes the agency's first full-time admin since 2019
Robin Hutcheson was named Deputy Administrator in January and immediately became Acting Administrator on the heels of then-Acting Admin Meera Joshi's resignation.
September 22, 2022
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Titans of the Road: Reflections of the son of an American truck driver
Omari Faulkner pays tribute to his father, Arthur Faulkner Sr., and more: "Today, and every day, let’s salute those who transport goods around our country and remain a backbone to supporting our economy and supply chains day in and day out."
September 21, 2022
Life
Truck convoys raise big money for noble causes
Convoys in Virginia, Nebraska and Wisconsin raised money for cancer awareness and Special Olympics athletes. Also: A spotlight on young tanker operator Haleight Fickett, winner in the tank division of Maine's driving championship this year.
September 19, 2022
Overdrive Extra
'Sisters of the Road' a haunting, iconographic portrait of professional truckers
What began as just a photo shoot of a few female U.S. truckers for Britain-based Anne-Marie Michel grew into a passion, then a book, one she'd not originally contemplated. "Sisters of the Road" is the result, out now.
September 19, 2022
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Rail unions agree to deal to prevent strike
Rail companies and union negotiators came to a tentative agreement early Thursday that likely avoids an industry-wide strike tomorrow. Also: I-17 lane closures planned this weekend in Phoenix; Goodyear Highway Hero award nomination period opens.
September 15, 2022
Regulations
Comment period extended for updated DOT medical handbook
OOIDA and other commenters requested more time to review and make informed comments on the 122-page proposed Medical Examiner's Handbook. Also: Florida HHG hauler pleads guilty to racketeering charges; web-based dispatch tool for small fleets.
September 13, 2022
Voices
ELD mandate: More than four years in, how did the shift affect highway safety, if at all?
Which of the choices in this poll best describes your feeling on just how the FMCSA's electronic logging device mandate impacted bedrock highway safety, if you feel it was impactful at all? Weigh in here.
September 13, 2022
Life
National Truck Driver Appreciation Week filled with deals, operator recognition
While NTDAW is officially Sept. 11-17 this year, a number of companies are celebrating truck drivers throughout September and beyond. Check here for various deals and recognition from companies in and around trucking.
September 6, 2022
Life
Organized cargo thieves targeting high-value freight on I-65: Reports
After a stolen tractor-trailer was found freshly repainted just 30 miles away from a Louisville, Kentucky truck stop, authorities are warning drivers to look out for increased theft activity.
September 9, 2022
Overdrive Extra
How to make sure your vote gets counted
With absentee-ballot and other deadlines approaching ahead of this November's midterm elections, it's now more important than ever to make sure you're registered and able to vote. Access state rules and more via this quick-glance guide.
September 6, 2022
Regulations
Certain COVID-related CLP waivers extended three months
Waivers extended to allow CLP holders to drive without a CDL holder in the front seat, states to test any out-of-state CDL applicant, and states to allow CLP holders to take the CDL skills test without waiting 14 days. Also: Top military rookie drivers.
September 2, 2022
Regulations
Port of Oakland wins case for injunction barring future trucker protests
The injunction aims to prevent protests that intend to block or impede access to or from the port. Also: Thieves targeting truck ECMs, expected to increase activity around Labor Day weekend.
August 31, 2022
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How to find the best BBQ where you can park a tractor-trailer
Amid the news of meat packers shuttered with COVID outbreaks in early pandemic days, Long Haul Paul trucked on an informal quest to find the best barbecue around. Long overdue, here are his four favorites, with special respect for the state of Georgia.
August 31, 2022
Channel 19
Kardashians crash a truck stop | Food industry needs diesel emissions
Kourtney Kardashian's trip to a truck stop has hundreds of commenters in disbelief. Also, a product of diesel fuel burning might just be what the food industry needs to keep the beer from going flat.
August 26, 2022
Parking
Texas DOT wants parking, other feedback on I-10 corridor to prioritize projects
The state is conducting a study to determine how to address the needs of the interstate through Texas. Also: Lane Keeping Assist now an option on Kenworth T680, T880, W990 models; Love's launches Children's Miracle Network campaign Friday.
August 25, 2022
Life
Dallas flooding snarls area interstates | FedEx Express driver's big national truck-driving championship win
Texas DOT warns that heavy rains have caused sections of I-30 near Dallas to flood and become impassible, and that the flooding may continue. Also: New standard refrigerant; Big Rig Coffee gives back; Roland Bolduc wins skills championship.
August 22, 2022
Channel 19
Owner-operator -- and small fleet owner's son -- for Congress in Indiana's 2nd Congressional district
Owner-operator Daniel Koors caucused with 11 other candidates to potentially be the Republican nominee to fill Indiana's 2nd House seat, vacated recently with the tragic passing of its occupant. He wasn't the only owner invested in the race.
August 19, 2022
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