Overdrive

48 | Overdrive | September 2017 EQUIPMENT SPOTLIGHT IN-CAB HEATERS Aqua-Hot cabin heaters Aqua-Hot's AH-100 and AH-200 cabin h eaters are 12-volt DC auxiliary heat- ing systems that come with a rigid mounting bracket designed for 180-degree rotation, a locking clamp support and an integrated variable-speed fan switch. They are built with high- strength nylon housing, weigh 3.5 pounds and are 9.5 inches wide, 5.5 inches deep and 5.5 inches high. The AH-100 draws 0.5 amps and provides a maxi- mum 4,000 Btu/h and a fan output of 100 cfm. The AH-200 draws up to 2 amps and provides a maximum 6,000 Btu/h and a fan out- put of 200 cfm. Aqua-Hot, Aquahot.com Remote panel controls Proheat Air's heaters Proheat Air's heavy-duty air heaters are engi- neered to deliver constant and reliable heat in cold-weather environments. The high-efficiency units are available in 2- and 4-kilowatt models and are controlled by a digital remote panel designed to provide compre- hensive and precise control of the unit's heat distribu- tion throughout the cab. The units feature a built-in temperature sensor and are built for quiet operation. An optional diagnostic software kit is available. Proheat Air, Proheat.com 1-877-CAT-SCALE (228-7225) catscale.com | weighmytruck.com Get a weight you can trust. All CAT Scale weights are guaranteed accurate. If you receive an overweight citation after weighing legal on a CAT Scale, we will either pay the fine or appear in court with you. Professional drivers trust CAT Scale. CONGRATULATIONS ALEXANDRA CORBIN! Congratulations to ALEXANDRA CORBIN of Mt. Juliet, TN – Winner of the 2017 Ford F250 in CAT Scale's Weigh to Win Sweepstakes! CAT OD 071617.qxp_Layout 1 7/17/17 9:12 AM Page 1 Cat Scale_OVD0817_PG.indd 1 7/17/17 2:09 PM

• Cover
• CLOSE CALL CAUGHT ON CAMERA Trucker Barry Moore was passed on a double solid line by a risk-taking van driver who nearly paid a steep price for his impatience.
• Business: Reefer income down Net income for leased and independent owner-operators dipped in the first half of 2017 compared to the same period a year ago. Income losses for reefer haulers drove the declines for leased operators.
• The e-log shift: Hacking trucks With hundreds of thousands of big rigs about to tack on internet-connected ELDs, some see a major security threat.
• COVER STORY: Private eyes, watching you Video cameras, evolving with facial reading and paired with other data, are delivering many a safety manager’s holy grail – real-time fatigue detection.
• Drive test: Easier operation Paccar’s automated transmission adds new features and completes its integrated powertrain.
• Light maintenance Frequent inspections go a long way toward keeping lights in top condition and avoiding violations.
• As ELD deadline looms, opposition continues.
• Pulse: Infrastructure plan missing in action.
• Uber Freight’s fresh take on accessorial pay.
• Wendy Parker: Why human trafficking bill is too narrow.
• Sleeper-equipped cargo van used for expediting.
• CVSA details ELD enforcement dates.
• Pre-2000 ELD exemption applies to engines.
• Navistar ordered to pay $31M for engine defects.
• EPA eyes change to emissions regs.
• DOT withdraws sleep apnea rulemaking.
• Show trucks shine bright at Walcott.
• Bandit racing series exceeds expectations.
• Reader Rigs: ’05 Kenworth W900L strikes gold; ’06 Kenworth T600 keeps the beat; ’75 Peterbilt 359 a two-tone classic.
• EQUIPMENT SPOTLIGHT In-cab heaters.
• Gear Guide Wheels, lights, footwear, more.
• FLEET NEWS SRT, Averitt, Maverick adjust pay.
• 5 APPS FOR THAT Simulation trucking games.