Overdrive StaffParkingTrucking groups petition DOT for truck parking expansion | 3G sunsetting beginsTwo key trucking orgs penned a joint letter to DOT Secretary Buttigieg advocating for expanded truck parking. Also: AT&T 3G networks shutting down today; southern Arizona enforcement blitz ongoing this week; new Pilot in New Mexico.February 22, 2022Reader RigsRich Chebuske's 2020 Kenworth T680The truck sports a 156-inch ARI sleeper and is coupled with a 2007 Great Dane reefer. Between the truck and trailer, there are approximately 280 lights.February 22, 2022RegulationsU.S. governors, Canadian provincial leaders want truckers' border vax exemption reinstatedSixteen U.S. governors and two Canadian premiers asked President Biden and Prime Minister Trudeau to end the vaccine mandates for cross-border truckers. Also: More live music planned for MATS; KeepTruckin ELD now certified in Canada.February 18, 2022Custom Rigs'This Old Truck' explores history of Dodge M-37 military truckThe truck is considered an early predecessor to today's Ram Power Wagon. In this video, Legacy Classic Trucks founder Winslow Bent pushes the diesel-swapped M-37 to its limits out in Idaho’s National Forest.February 18, 2022Reader RigsRobert Bethel's 2014 Peterbilt 389The rig features an impressive 164-inch ARI custom sleeper and is powered by a 600-hp Cummins.February 18, 2022BusinessMore indictments announced in New Orleans staged-accident schemeSeven more individuals have been charged for their roles in the widespread fraud scheme, bringing the total to 47. Also: Drivewyze e-inspections pilot; Third-party CDL examiner pleads guilty to wire fraud for falsifying test results; latest Highway Angel.February 17, 2022RegulationsCVSA announces Roadcheck inspection blitz dates, OOS criteria changesCVSA's annual 72-hour International Roadcheck will be held on these dates in May with a focus on wheel end components. The group also released its updated out-of-service criteria, which took effect April 1.February 16, 2022RegulationsAnother Texas small fleet shut down | New EPA regs in developmentFMCSA ordered the shutdown of 4 Life Transport, which had connections with another Texas-based carrier shut down in January. Also: COVID HOS waiver applies to autos/parts; EPA working up new truck emissions regs.February 16, 2022EquipmentDiesel prices up 40 cents this year, surpass $4/gallon thresholdThe last time the national average for a gallon of diesel was over $4 was March 2014. Spot rates, meantime, mostly keep pace. Also: Kenworth's T680E battery-electric truck is now eligible for a $120,000 voucher from CARB for California purchasers.February 15, 2022Reader RigsJames Pearson's 2001 Kenworth W900LThe truck is powered by a Cummins Signature 600 with an Eaton 13-speed. Pearson says the "non-emissions Cummins gets me moving every day."February 15, 2022Previous PagePage 141 of 1652Next PageTop StoriesTrucker of the YearMaking a dream come true: Trucker of the Month John TreadwayTreadway always wanted to own a truck that was recognizable in his community. After years as a successful owner-operator -- today hauling flowers mostly direct for a local greenhouse -- he's made that vision a reality.LifeOne month left to enter 'Flashiest Fleets' competitionCustom RigsGuilty by Association Truck Show rolls into JoplinRegulationsDOT hopes to force 194,000 non-domiciled CDL holders out of truckingFeatured SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.
