Overdrive StaffLifeTruck driver guilty of human smuggling gets max prison sentenceAfter pleading guilty for attempting to smuggle 36 people into the U.S. in a trailer, a Texas-based truck driver was sentenced to the statutory maximum of 5 years in prison. Also: Melton driver Deshown Moye's big assist at horrific accident scene.May 16, 2025RegulationsPOLL: Roadcheck 2025's a wrap -- did you get inspected?With Roadcheck 2025 coming to a close May 15, how'd the three-day blitz go for you? Were you and/or your truck inspected May 13-15? Weigh in here.May 15, 2025RegulationsMembers of Congress call for task force on staged accident fraudSeven U.S. Reps penned a letter to the U.S. Attorney General urging action to fight staged accident fraud targeting trucking and insurance companies. Also: I-80 rest area truck parking closed; latest Highway Angel.May 15, 2025LifeWho is the best trailer dealer in North America?Overdrive sister publication Trucks, Parts, Service is seeking nominations for its Trailblazer Award, which recognizes North America's best trailer dealer operations for customer service, business success and more. Nominate your dealer here.May 14, 2025BusinessOwner-ops optimistic about freight markets despite uncertainties: SurveyA recent Bloomberg | Truckstop survey showed optimism among owner-ops and small fleets for improvements in the spot market and other areas despite economic uncertainty around tariffs and other factors. Also: While spot rates tumbled last week, fuel prices are also down; Colorado nears allowing roadside chain-assist companies.May 13, 2025Regulations8 Gorilla Fleet Safety ELDs revokedEight ELDs from Gorilla Fleet Safety have been placed on FMCSA's Revoked Devices list, and motor carriers are encouraged to discontinue their use and revert to paper logs meantime. The Gorilla company noted it self-revoked the devices as part of product portfolio updates back in December.May 12, 2025LifeFleet owner indicted in $3M fraud scheme against Amazon | HOS relief in IowaThe Connecticut-based owner allegedly registered 23 trucking companies with Amazon Logistics, many of which were fraudulent, and submitted fraudulent invoices to get paid for work he didn't do. Also: Iowa fuel haulers get HOS relief; Freightliners, Western Stars recalled; latest Highway Angel.May 12, 2025RegulationsSpeed limiter mandate: Ban introduced in SenateAfter being introduced in the House last month, a Senate version of a bill that would bar FMCSA from mandating speed limiters for trucks has been introduced. Also: Hurricane Helene cleanup biz seeks HOS exemption; custom harvesters want under-21 interstate waiver renewed.May 9, 2025Reader RigsOwner Scott Klinger's 'classic' 2019 Kenworth W900LThe Cummins-powered truck features numerous options from the factory, both inside and out. Tall rubber, too. Submit your truck to Overdrive's Reader Rigs gallery here.May 9, 2025EquipmentFirst full look: Up-close with the new Mack Pioneer tractor2024 Small Fleet Champ finalist Jamie Hagen teased it as an more-aero-than-most tractor with a "pretty darn aggressive" look to it. In this video, get the full tour inside and out with Overdrive sister publication CCJ's editor, Jason Cannon.May 9, 2025Previous PagePage 15 of 1655Next PageTop StoriesSmall Fleet ChampTFX, Oberman come out on top: Overdrive's 2025 Small Fleet ChampsTaking home the honorary Small Fleet Championship title belts in their respective categories were Thomasville Furniture Xpress owners Scott Denmark and Scott Cruthis in the 11-30-truck category, and Oberman Logistics and its owners, Wes and Laura Oberman, in the 3-10-truck class.Custom RigsRebuilt 2002 Pete 379 dump truck a father's tribute to late sonBusinessLike a 'bronco buster at a rodeo': Truckers' experience on American roadways todayRegulationsELP violators do worse at inspections, safety scores: StudyFeatured SponsorJBL Live Beam 3 - Slim, sleek, and impossibly modern earbuds and Smart Charging Case - Audio Evolution You Can See and Hear
