Gather ’round the fire …
Six years ago around this time of the year, Overdrive asked readers to name the “best Christmas song of all time.” From a big list, readers then voted on a final list — these songs represent the results, from bottom to top. Bonus: A selection of truck…
2018: Year of the Roads?
If 2017 was for trucking the year of the fearsome electronic log rule, then 2018 may well end being the year of the awesome infrastructure bill…
Albany XPO Drivers File for Teamsters Representation
Thirty-four drivers at the XPO Logistics facility in Albany, N.Y., have filed for representation with the Local 294 chapter of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, the union has announced.
Stemco Promotes Stuhr to Aftermarket Sales Director for Americas
Component manufacturer Stemco has promoted Chip Stuhr to the position of director of aftermarket sales, Americas.
Accuride Expands North American Distribution Network
Component supplier Accuride has announced a strategic expansion of its North American distribution network to provide targeted customer coverage in key regional markets.
The other side of the ELD pancake
“It’s been a rough week for some, but just like Dr. Phil says, ‘There’s always another side to the pancake, no matter how thin it is.'”
Yamil and Lucy Sena’s 2001 Peterbilt 379 car hauler
The rig is powered by a 475-hp Caterpillar with a 13-speed transmission. The company has been hauling cars exclusively since 2008.
The Upside of the Anti-Coercion Rule for Fleets
Given the headlong – and continuing – rush to comply with the electronic logging mandate that began kicking in last month, few carriers may be up to speed on the anti-coercion rule. However, fleets will want to be conversant with this rule because it can legally help drivers maximize their available driving hours.
Federal-Mogul Motorparts Offers Loyalty Reward Programs
Federal-Mogul Motorparts has launched a new heavy-duty website to make it easier for technicians to find parts, as well as to sign up for two new rewards programs.
‘E-logs will cure everything, right?’
What they won’t cure, from hours violations incurred while passing full truck stop after full truck stop to overheated communication with inspectors to the sense of pride most longtime truckers take in their professional record. Also: ELD-specific enfo…