Overdrive Magazine | Trucking Business News & Owner Operator Info
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SPONSORED INFORMATION 'Jason's Law' included in highway bill On June 29, Congress overwhelmingly approved since passing the last long-term authorization in 2009. In addition to mandating electronic onboard recorders, it includes a "Jason's Law" truck parking provision and other key points that affect trucking. The omnibus highway bill provides $96 billion in discretionary spending for 2013-2017, subject to future appropriation actions, and continues funding transportation at its current level. "Jason's Law" is named for Jason Rivenburg, murdered in a 2009 robbery attempt while resting in his truck at an abandoned service station. It authorizes funding for new truck parking and requires the DOT keep an updated parking survey to evaluate parking supply and demand. The For a full list of truck- ing-related items in the bill, see the June 29 entry in the Overdrive Extra blogspot on OverdriveOnline.com or scan this QR code. legislation leaves fuel tax and truck size and limits unchanged. It also directs the DOT to plan a system that would automatically notify employers when there is a change in the status of any employee's driver's license. — Jill Dunn mobildelvac.com August 2012 | Overdrive | 17 © 2012 Exxon Mobil Corporation. Mobil, Mobil Delvac and the Mobil logotype are trademarks or registered trademarks of Exxon Mobil Corporation or one of its subsidaries. After 15 Years, Veteran Owner- Operator Still Relies on Mobil Delvac for Long Engine Life Born and raised in Bay City, Mich., and now a resident of Port Huron, Mich., Matt Saller has been trucking for 15 years. Becoming an owner/operator after just two years in the industry, Saller is a successful driver and businessman who has traveled through all 48 continental states. Recently, we caught up with Saller to ask him about how using Mobil Delvac diesel engine oil has helped him become a successful owner-operator. Q: What kind of truck do you drive and what routes do you run? Saller: I drive a 2001 Kenworth T2000 with just about 1,120,000 miles on it. During the winter, I run from Georgia to Florida, and throughout all 48 continental states the rest of the year. Saller: equipment. At the end of the day, your truck and its engine is your livelihood. You also need to have common sense and a little bit of luck. Q: What does it take to be successful in this industry? extending the life of my engine and knowing every day that my truck is protected by Mobil Delvac. Q: How has using Mobil Delvac diesel engine oil helped you become a successful owner-operator? Saller: Q: What maintenance advice would you share with younger drivers? Saller: Always ask as many questions as possible. Questions are free and will save you money in the long run. Using high quality brands like Mobil Delvac also helps. some games and activities that let us stay inside and keep warm. Q: What do you do to keep busy when you're not on the road? Saller: We have a few horses, so we like to go horseback riding or horse Text INFO to 50298 or visit ovdinfo.com