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$9,500 tariff on a new truck? 2027 emissions regs pre-buy in question
One owner-op was looking to get ahead of the truck price hikes expected with EPA's 2027 emissions regs, but he found a nasty surprise in the form of a $9,500 tariff charge.
January 6, 2026
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Gear
Garmin dual-cam system offers live views and stored vids around the rig
Garmin
Garmin's new dēzl DualView camera system allows truckers to monitor blind spots and receive alerts for merging traffic, giving added peace of mind in the case of an accident.
January 5, 2026
Garmin's new dēzl DualView camera system features cams for each side of the truck to help drivers monitor blind spots and more.
Custom Rigs
White Pine Paving's 'Change Order' 2000 W900L, revisited
From impressive airbrush work and laser cutouts of equipment often hauled behind the rig to a unique lighting package and extra-tall shifter, Maryland-based White Pine Paving's 2000 Kenworth W900L day cab brings style to local work.
January 1, 2026
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Pride & Polish
Pride & Polish: Meet the 2025 champs
Four truck owners have been crowned champions in five categories in the 2025 Pride & Polish competition. View a replay of the awards ceremony and photos of the winners here.
December 30, 2025
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Electronic Logging Devices
FMCSA revokes certification of four ELDs from three companies
Motor carriers and drivers using the four devices should stop using them and replace them with a compliant device within 60 days. Meantime, revert to paper logs.
December 30, 2025
Field Warrior Byod
Pride & Polish
Pride & Polish awards: Finalists square off
Three finalists in each of five categories -- Antique, Interior, Limited Mileage, Working Bobtail and Working Combo -- selected by Overdrive readers squared off for the win Dec. 30 at 5 p.m. Eastern.
December 30, 2025
Pride And Polish 2025
Custom Rigs
North Carolina lumber hauler's 1,000-hp 2000 Pete 379
Owner Tim Diehl II's rig is retired from the highway, now used for show and occasionally for racing. The owner calls the 1,000-plus-horsepower unit his "big old play toy."
December 25, 2025
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Gear
TRP all-makes diagnostic tool available from Paccar Parts
TRP
The tool is preloaded with all-makes diagnostic software, including access to fault codes, wiring diagrams, and detailed step-by-step instructions that streamline the diagnosis and repair process.
December 19, 2025
TRP Diagnostic Pro kits can be purchased from Kenworth and Peterbilt dealers, as well as TRP stores and Paccar Parts' Online Parts Counter.
Equipment
Too many trucks, too little freight: Truck sales impact as hope for 2026 builds
Rush Enterprises' boss said until the carrier market normalizes, new equipment demand isn’t going to return. Also: OOIDA urges FMCSA to reject ATA's petition for an extended under-21 pilot program; Women in Trucking accepting Driver of the Year nominations.
December 18, 2025
FTR's Vise shared this chart as part of last week's 'State of Freight' online seminar series, showing just how weak new-truck ordering activity's been this year, with the September-November season's activity down more than 30% from last year.
Custom Rigs
Like-new 2000 Freightliner cabover another horse in Everhart's stable
Self-described "old cabover guy" Cline Everhart showed a second among his personal COEs, a 2000 Freightliner Argosy that still looks new. Aside from paint, fenders and lights, the truck is still mostly like he bought it more than a decade ago.
December 18, 2025
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Custom Rigs
Custom Rigs Showdown: Round 2 rolls
Round 2 of Overdrive's Custom Rigs Showdown is open for voting with four new matchups through January 7. Make your playoff selections here.
December 17, 2025
Round 2 of the competition is now open for voting through January 7. Check out the videos for each matchup and cast your votes at this link, or at the bottom of this post.
Equipment
Third time a charm for Rush Rodeo champ
Dom McConnell, a technician at Rush Truck Centers – Orlando South, was named the all-around Grand Champion at the 2025 Rush Enterprises’ Tech Skills Rodeo Tuesday in Nashville.
December 17, 2025
Dom McConnell (center), technician at Rush Truck Centers – Orlando South, was named the all-around Grand Champion at the 2025 Rush Enterprises’ Tech Skills Rodeo Tuesday in Nashville. He is flanked by Rush Chairman, President and CEO Rusty Rush (left) and Clint Bowyer.
Reader Rigs
Owner-op's chemicals-hauling 2007 Peterbilt 379
Owner Glenn Englert's Pete is powered by a Cat C-15 with an 18-speed and 3.36 rears.
December 16, 2025
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Equipment
How Hendrickson positions itself as trucking's ride control leader
To truly know Hendrickson is to know the company is far more than just suspensions. Hendrickson is one of the most diverse manufacturers and suppliers in the commercial vehicle industry.
December 15, 2025
Beyond Suspensions Copy
Custom Rigs
Kevin Hunter's high-powered 2024 Kenworth W900L hauls heavy with Cat 'C-17'
The 24-truck fleet owner ordered the 2024 Kenworth W900L when he found out Kenworth was discontinuing the model. He's since swapped in a tuned-up Cat C15 and fully customized the unit inside and out.
December 11, 2025
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Equipment
Kenworth, Peterbilt roll out new medium-duty battery-EV models
The companies are expanding their electric-truck lineup with new Peterbilt Models 536EV, 537EV and 548EV, and T280E, T380E, and T480E models for Kenworth. The trucks are available with multiple battery range and power options.
December 10, 2025
Peterbilt's 536EV and 537EV models can meet the demands of regional delivery as well as service and utility trucks, while the 548EV supports 4x2 tractors and vocational configurations with PTOs, such as dump trucks.
Gear
Winter hauling: Stayed prepped with latest Gear Guide
RoadPro
The December/January Truckers' Gear Guide is loaded with gear and tips to help pro drivers get through the harsh winter months.
December 9, 2025
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Electronic Logging Devices
FMCSA moves against non-compliant ELDs: Three more revoked
In the wake of FMCSA's stricter scrutiny of ELDs, three already registered landed on the "Revoked Devices" list. Carriers using the devices should stop using them, revert to paper logs, and replace them with a compliant ELD.
December 8, 2025
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