Over the Road

Over the Road

Over the Road is a weekly News Podcast, hosted by Ron Baker, especially for Truckers and other Transportation Professionals. Ron Baker is a second-generation trucker with nearly 2 million accident free miles, driver-trainer, and former Radio Morning Show host of 20 years.

Episodes

June 23, 2025 4 mins

Truck drivers say shipping and receiving delays cause them the most grief 

The logistics industry is getting hammered by layoffs. 

Largest drug bust ever. 

Walcott Trucker Jamboree coming up. 

I-40 is closed again near the TN and NC Border. Find out why.

Safety Blitz in 2 states finds A LOT of violations.  

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One of the 50 states is cracking down on truck drivers bypassing the scales.  

The Feds are insisting that driving schools step up their game.  

President Trump continues to stir it up.

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Many apologies for not having an episode in a few weeks. I had to humanely euthanize my dog, Casper, a few weeks ago. he had cancer.  I ...

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May 12, 2025 4 mins

Getting Ready for Road Check 2025!

Which manufacturers have introduced new electric trucks. 

How Mack is helping you find loads. 

https://www.freightwaves.com/news/kenworth-charges-forward-with-next-generation-electric-trucks

https://www.macktrucks.com/solutions/connectivity/load-finder/

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ATHS.org/convention/2025-convention

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May 5, 2025 4 mins

When will law enforcement begin enforcing the Must Speak English to be a truck driver rule?

Find out which company is partnering with Freightliner to test the new Cascadia

Is there really a Truck Driver Shortage in America?

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Aurora Truck Lines Driverless Truck footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TZv1krlPfb4

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April 28, 2025 3 mins

What does the future of Commercial Transporation look like?

Safe Driver Week dates have been set. 

Which U.S. City is making President Trump mad. 


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https://cvsa.org/news/2025-roadcheck/

https://wish.org/philadesv/2025-make-wish-mothers-day-truck-convoy-0

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqT73Q0kccw


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April 21, 2025 3 mins

A major truck manufacturer has announced layoffs. 

Some states are taking steps to make sure truck drivers can read and speak English. 

Another State has announced changes to fuel taxes. 



https://drive.ohio.gov/programs/av-cv/truck-automation

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https://www.loves.com/News/2025/April/Loves-opens-25th-travel-stop-in-Missouri

PA Turnpike partnering with P...

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April 11, 2025 5 mins

Mack introduces a new Model. 

Truckers in Houston, Texas need to check their Medical Cards. 

Percentage of Truckers who have had a near miss because of the Cell Phone. 

Road Closurers coming to Tennesee. 


Samsara Study: https://samsara.com/resources/state-of-connected-operations-distracted-driving?utm_medium=content-download&utm_source=self-hosted-pdf&utm_campaign=content-download_soco-distracted-driving-report&utm_con...

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April 6, 2025 4 mins

On this episode of Over the Road.

Combatting the most common Logging errors in preparation for Road Check 2025. 

The Iowa 80 Truck Stop has announced the dates for the annual Truck Jamboree. Find out more here. 

Border Patrol Agents stop more illegal drugs at the border. 


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March 30, 2025 3 mins

How Good are the Roads in the United States?

Find out which large company in the US has been sued for a Truck Driver Accident.

Congress trying to get more legislation passed to aid Truck Drivers and Fleet owners. 


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Questions, Comments, and Input? Email: Otrnewspodcast@gmail.com

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