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Son's 'Thumper' 1980 Kenworth K100 matches father's '79 model
In many ways, Kevin Geltmaker followed in his father Stuart's footsteps with a 1980 K100 near identical to the elder Geltmaker's '79. Both are powered by a V8 Cat, but Kevin's features a different style of "bling" with immaculate engine detail.
August 20, 2026
Equipment
Ditch the bull bar for improved MPG?
While a bull bar can save you a lot of time and money on repairs in the event of an accident or animal strike, it also adds nearly 300 pounds to the front axle load. Aluminum options offer a 30%–40% weight reduction while maintaining high strength, another way to save fuel in addition to the 79 others in this special report.
August 19, 2026
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August 13, 2026
CSA's Data Trail
Brake inspections incoming: Where troopers will focus annual blitz
Starting Aug. 23, Brake Safety Week inspections will see troopers fan out to scales and the roadside with a particular focus on drums and air-disc systems' rotors. There's some good news about truckers' prevention in the data, though intensity of brakes violations in the wider mix nationally just keeps rising. Detail here on the most intense states, more.
August 19, 2026
Gear
Deals on trucking tools -- for the shop, for the road
JB Tools' sales and clearance deals include a battery-powered grease gun at 81% off, a heavy-duty tire gauge that allows easy access to dual pairs' inner tires cut 78%, and plenty more.
August 18, 2026
Equipment
Detroit stays course with 2027 engines, owner-ops worry over EPA changes
The engine maker will phase out 2026 engines for EPA 2027-compliant power in January, as big margins of owner-ops oppose EPA's emissions-warranty rollback or favor axe-ing the '27 regs entirely. Also: Volvo, Mack trucks recalled for roof marker light, Internationals for windshield wiper malfunction.
August 18, 2026
Pride & Polish
'Big Red': Stuart Geltmaker's blinged-out 1979 K100
Geltmaker purchased the V8 Cat-powered cabover in 1998 and spent a few years adding his own personal touches -- some of which some might consider "too much," he said, "but to each his own."
August 13, 2026
Equipment
Avoid mid-shift throttle, and get to top gear quick as you can
Paired, both do wonders for fuel efficiency. More time spent in a lower gear at high RPMs means more cost. Most engines have a specific RPM range (often 1,200–1,500) where they are most efficient. In this special report, find dozens more ways to wring the biggest fuel economy out of your rig.
August 12, 2026
Equipment
Cargo theft loss values skyrocket | Latest truck, trailer recalls
Theft incidents in Q2 2026 declined 26% year-over-year, but loss value more than doubled as thieves targeted high-dollar freight. Also: Unlabeled trailer ABS light prompts recall; vocational Macks recalled for steering issue.
August 11, 2026
Electronic Logging Devices
Revoked ELD maker reveals 'huge' demand for HOS-cheat devices
The team behind a recently revoked ELD revealed how vendors offer faulty systems that allow HOS cheating -- and the huge demand from motor carriers for the services.
August 11, 2026
Overdrive Radio
AI in the driver's seat? Tony Justice v. Suno a 'fight for the little guy'
Renowned trucker-songwriter Tony Justice is clearly motivated to fight to protect the value of the musical talent he's got from AI encroachment. In this edition of Overdrive Radio, hear his reasoning, suggesting more truckers could be motivated to do the same with theirs as driverless tech proliferates.
August 11, 2026
Gear
Deal offers savings on dashcam bundle for 24-hour protection
The bundle includes Vantrue’s Nexus 5S dash cam, a 4G LTE module for remote access and alerts, a hardwire kit for parking mode and 24-hour coverage, and a 512GB microSD card for expansive storage.
August 11, 2026
Equipment
Freedom 250 Peterbilt 589: Get up close with a rarity
In this video, walk around one of the 250 units from Peterbilt's "Freedom 250" limited-edition run of the Model 589, available with three sleeper sizes.
August 10, 2026
Gear
Earbuds offer low-profile noise canceling
The Method 360 ANC earbuds from SkullCandy offer a low-profile design with active noise canceling (ANC) to keep calls clear from background noise running the roads.
August 7, 2026
Equipment
DTNA building new 'largest truck plant in the U.S.' after exiting Portland production facility
Daimler Truck North America plans to build a new, high-tech U.S. manufacturing facility by 2029 to boost production capacity and create thousands of jobs.
August 6, 2026
Electronic Logging Devices
FMCSA revokes 5 ELDs
FMCSA revokes a batch of ELDs as researchers flag widespread ELD cheating and "white labeling" of similar ELD products.
August 6, 2026
Pride & Polish
'Dark Horse' Peterbilt 589 boasts intricate detail, 'ghost stripe'
Custom builder Cody McCandless set off to do his own 90-day build-off challenge with this rig, owned by Josh Baker and Paige Roberts with Go Go Industries (GGI).
August 6, 2026
Equipment
Safe to call this bumper 'aerodynamic'?
In fact, yes. A bumper that sits lower to the ground prevents more drag from air going under the chassis. Ideally, that's paired with better rounded sides and a less boxy front end to truly maximize MPG. 79 more ways to save fuel in this special download report.
August 5, 2026
Equipment
Fitzgerald Peterbilt sells off all six locations
TLG Peterbilt acquired Fitzgerald Peterbilt's two Virginia dealerships, while Peterbilt of Atlanta acquired the company's four Alabama locations. Also: International plans layoffs amid sale of Ohio plant; truck busted in El Paso with $4M in cocaine.
August 4, 2026
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Court blocks DOT’s demand for CDL records, siding with states
The court's temporary restraining order weighed heavily in favor of the states’ arguments, dealing a blow to the government’s chances of obtaining the full CDLIS database records.
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