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May 19, 2025

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What Every CDL Driver Should Know Before Hauling Double Trailers

For many truck drivers, hauling double trailers—or “doubles”—can be a smart way to boost income and expand skills. But it’s not just about hooking ...

May 12, 2025

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How Steer Axle Weight Limits Impact Real-World Hauls

When it comes to hauling freight legally and safely, understanding axle weight limits isn’t just about avoiding fines—it’s about protecting your equipment and maximizing ...

May 6, 2025

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J.B. Hunt Recognizes 54 Million Mile Drivers for Outstanding Safety Records

J.B. Hunt Transport Services held a special event in Lowell, Arkansas, to honor 54 of its safest professional drivers—each having reached two million or ...

April 3, 2025

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Trucker of the Year Honored with T600 Replica and Bostrom Seat at MATS: Alan Kitzhaber Receives Well-Deserved Recognition

During the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS), Overdrive proudly honored the 2024 Trucker of the Year, Alan Kitzhaber. Kitzhaber was awarded a custom-built 1/42nd scale ...

March 28, 2025

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Peterbilt Introduces Advanced Transmission-Engine Combo for Models 579, 567, and 589

Peterbilt has officially launched the innovative PACCAR TX-12 PRO automated transmission, now paired with the robust PACCAR MX-13 engines for its Models 579, 567, ...

March 21, 2025

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Low-rolling-resistance Tires Revolutionize the Trucking Industry

Investing in fuel-efficient tires is one of the simplest yet most effective actions fleet operators can take to improve fuel economy. According to Daryl ...

Seasonal load limit updates are coming into effect across multiple states starting February 26, 2025. Learn about changes in Minnesota, North Dakota, Wisconsin, and South Dakota, including winter exemptions, frozen road periods, and spring restrictions.

March 3, 2025

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Breaking: Seasonal Load Limits Are Changing – Here’s the Latest

As the seasons shift, multiple states update their load limit regulations to reflect the changing conditions. Here’s what to expect. Updates in Minnesota The ...

New Jersey remains the nation's top freight bottleneck, with Fort Lee’s I-95/SR 4 intersection ranking worst for the seventh year in a row. ATRI’s latest report highlights worsening congestion, rising costs, and the impact on truckers and supply chains.

February 17, 2025

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ATRI Ranks the Worst Freight Bottlenecks of the Year – Here’s Where Truckers Are Slowing Down

For the seventh consecutive year, Fort Lee, New Jersey, has been home to the most congested freight intersection in the United States. According to ...

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January 24, 2025

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How Semi Trucks Prioritize Driver Safety Without Airbags

When most of us think about vehicle safety, airbags are one of the first features to come to mind. But in the world of ...

From left: Douglas Couch, U.S. Navy (E-5), Roehl Transport, Inc.; Cory Troxell, U.S. Army (E-7), Stevens Transport; Billy Taylor, U.S. Coast Guard (E-7), Werner Enterprises; Brian Ferguson, U.S. Army and U.S. Army National Guard (E-7), Melton Truck Lines; and Shawn Haley, U.S. Marine Corps (E-4), Veriha Trucking LLC (Source: Transition Trucking)

October 4, 2024

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Transition Trucking Announces 2024 Finalists

Five elite finalists have been identified for the prestigious 2024 “Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence” award. The recognition, organized by the U.S. Chamber of ...