A fine ’99: Freightliner hauls equipment for ‘American Idol’, ESPN

Jan 18, 2014

Owner-operator Matt Purtee of Omah, Wis., says his 1999 Freightliner Classic has driven 1.8 million miles and still is going strong. The rig, equipped with a Cummins engine and 13-speed transmission, has a star paint scheme designed by Purtee and one of his friends. Purtee, who is leased to Landstar, has transported equipment for a variety of shows including “American Idol,” “The Price is Right” and various ESPN programs.

FMCSA's non-domiciled CDL ban scores major victory in clash with non-citizen drivers

Courts won't block FMCSA's ongoing purge of nearly 200,000 non-domiciled CDL holders after overhauling its legal arguments about safety impacts.

FMCSA update on 'Prohibited Coercion of Drivers' amid widespread ELD cheating reports

Roadcheck 2026: Toughest states for HOS violations

Prime Route Transport, a Super Ego chameleon fleet, accused of ELD cheating with video evidence

'Alfalfa Cruiser': Pickett Custom Trucks' first show truck in two decades

Roadcheck 2026: Toughest states for HOS violations

More episodes »

Pride & Polish

Overdrive’s annual Pride & Polish virtual truck show attracts entries from across the nation showcasing show-quality design, mechanical ingenuity and plenty of trucking-business pride. Find recent-history awards shows, in-depth features about the winners, and more.