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CSA's Data Trail
'Man v. machine' comes to the roadside: Mitigating rising 'false log' risk
Five years into the ELD mandate, inspectors have the tools to catch improper use of PC, resulting most often in the "false log" violation as punishment. But faced with the choice of PC or an 11/14 violation, taking the latter on the chin might be best.
July 22, 2022
Business
For-hire trucking capacity up while rates, volumes slide
ACT's trucking index for June showed further loosening in for-hire freight, bad news for rates. Also: Driver named Highway Angel for helping rescue woman who jumped from bridge; new Penske location in Ohio; the newest Atlas Van Lines agent.
July 22, 2022
Overdrive Extra
California just doesn’t get it, or maybe just doesn’t care
An open letter from the Port of Oakland to owner-operators who have halted port operations this week while protesting the state's AB 5 independent contractor law extends an olive branch but largely misses the point of what the protests are about.
July 22, 2022
Business
Trucking authority revocations paint seemingly bleak but misleading picture
Expert says contract pricing is more than 50 cents per mile above the previous 2018 record high, "and poised to go higher."
July 21, 2022
Regulations
Port of Oakland urges owner-ops to end AB 5 protests
Port terminals are blocked for the fourth consecutive day, with drivers prepared to continue the protests until their concerns are heard. Also: FMCSA hosting information session on under-21 pilot program; latest Highway Angel; new Love's; more.
July 21, 2022
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Partners in Business
Partners in Business tip: Save every receipt, no matter how small
Take advantage of all your business expenses by collecting your receipts no matter how small they might be. Get more details right here on Overdrive Online.
April 8, 2021
CSA's Data Trail
A sharp rise in moving violations, as inspection numbers inch back toward pre-COVID levels
A very small number of states in 2021 show inspection levels at or above 2019, as a new emphasis in some on Level 3 driver inspections following traffic stops pushes moving violations to new heights. Download the 2022 CSA's Data Trail update for more.
July 19, 2022
Regulations
'All the terminals are shut down': Owner-ops' AB 5 protests hit Port of Oakland
While port officials said impacts of the protests were mostly unknown, a small fleet owner on the ground in Oakland said multiple terminals are not operating. Also: St. Christopher Fund gets new sponsor; latest Highway Angel.
July 19, 2022
Regulations
California Congressmembers call on Gov. Newsom to repeal AB 5 for trucking
Members of the California Congressional Delegation called on the governor to prevent AB 5 from applying to trucking. Also: Autocar issues recall over steering gears; Carrier launches new remote analysis capabilities; ATA stands up "Women in Motion."
July 18, 2022
Regulations
Broker reform: Should dispatch services be considered brokers?
FMCSA's comment request for developing guidance on the definitions of "broker" and "bona fide agent" yielded opinions ranging from a view that all dispatch services are "skirting the rules" to more nuanced takes on the real roles such services play.
July 18, 2022
Overdrive Radio
Walcott show report: What can you learn from a truck-show recharge?
Our own Gary Buchs narrates Day One of the Walcott Truckers Jamboree, where generally upbeat owners delivered beautiful working rigs, plenty pride, and commitment to the culture of ownership. "In this country, I don't see us ever losing that drive."
July 15, 2022
Overdrive Extra
Say no to legalized theft: Rein in exorbitant nonconsensual tow fees
Colorado trucking association's Greg Fulton calls for an end to tow company abuse of "the privilege of being on a state’s safety rotation" -- trucking companies, he says, "should not be at the mercy of unscrupulous towing operators'" excessive fees.
July 15, 2022
Regulations
Owner-operator protests over AB 5 underway at California ports
Dozens if not hundreds of owner-operators began protesting AB 5 at California's Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach Wednesday. Also: Landstar recognizes million-mile-plus safe drivers; Love's opens new Speedco locations.
July 14, 2022
Hours of Service
2020's split-sleeper change: FMCSA's greatest hit?
A majority of drivers now enjoy increased productivity with hours-accounting flexibility after 2020's split-sleeper shift in the hours of service. But not everyone agrees, and not everyone thinks trucking and its regulators are headed down the right path.
July 14, 2022
Business
Clark Transfer: Minimum revenue guarantee for leased owners gaining traction
How this show hauler and its 100% owner-operator fleet are bouncing back after its entire universe of customers shut down during COVID: A minimum revenue guarantee, fuel-surcharge changes, and more designed to communicate commitment to contractors.
July 13, 2022
Business
Inflation surges to new high, small fleet per-mile profits turning negative
Inflation reaches record levels, again, and the operating profit among small fleets has slid as much as 66 cents per mile.
July 13, 2022
Partners in Business
Partners in Business tip: The benefits of trailer ownership
While leased operators don’t have the pressing need to provide a trailer that most independents do, they often find trailer ownership has significant earning potential.
April 1, 2021
Regulations
Pennsylvania enacts new law requiring snow, ice removal
The law requires drivers to make “reasonable efforts” to remove ice or snow from their vehicles within 24 hours following heavy storms. Also: Trucking groups ask Congress to pass security credentialing bill; latest Highway Angel; SC truck convoy launches.
July 12, 2022
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