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Indiana highway segment charges electric-truck batteries in motion
Purdue University engineers have demonstrated a section of highway in West Lafayette, Indiana, that charges electric trucks' batteries while in motion. Also: NCDOT reminds truckers to stay off backroads in Western N.C. mountains; International's S13 now EPA 2027 compliant.
January 8, 2026
Custom Rigs
'Better than a horse and buggy': 1935 International a family heirloom
The 90-year-old farm truck is owned by the original owner's grandson, who pulled it out of a barn 31 years after it was parked to restore it to its original glory, as caught here at the 2025 MATS at the ATHS booth. This year's show is slated for March 26-28 in Louisville, and registration is open.
January 8, 2026
Custom Rigs
Custom Rigs Showdown: Old iron rules the quarterfinal round
The 2025 Custom Rigs Showdown is down to the top four videos of the year, and the newest rig in the bunch is just 37 years young. Cast your vote here through Jan. 21 to determine which two trucks will face off in the championship round later this month.
January 7, 2026
Equipment
New engine oil categories on pace for 2027 launch
API provided a progress update on the development of the new API Proposed Category 12 (PC-12) heavy-duty engine oil specification Wednesday.
January 7, 2026
Equipment
$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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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Could U.S. action in Venezuela bring diesel prices down?
Not likely anytime soon, analysts say. The monetary and time investment to ramp up oil production in Venezuela means little near-term impacts on the global oil market. At once, experts predict good tidings for diesel prices through early 2026.
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