Overdrive StaffReader RigsDirty South Transport's 1999 Kenworth W900The rig is powered by a Cummins N14 with an 18-speed and is used to haul flatbed freight.November 5, 2021Small Fleet ChampSilver Creek Transportation named Overdrive's Small Fleet ChampSilver Creek was one of three finalists for the award, which was presented Thursday evening in Nashville at the National Association of Small Trucking Companies’ annual conference.November 5, 2021BusinessI-17 closures planned this weekend in PhoenixThe Southbound lanes will be closed Friday night through Saturday evening, and the Northbound lanes will be closed Saturday night through Sunday. Also: New Flying J truck stop opens in Washington state.November 4, 2021LifeTrucker faces life in prison after drug trafficking convictionA New Jersey-based truck driver was found guilty of drug trafficking charges in connection with hauling crystal meth and fentanyl valued at $2.2 million. Also: Navistar opens five new aftermarket parts stores; Forward Air acquires intermodal carrier.November 3, 2021BusinessFuel prices increase again, hitting seven-year high | Linehaul spot rates rise in tandemThe national average for diesel prices increased again during the week ending Nov. 1, rising to $3.727 per gallon, yet linehaul spot rates also made gains in tandem. Also: The inspiring story of this Landstar owner-op, named "Hero of the Highway" by TIDA.November 2, 2021Reader RigsMC Green's 2007 Peterbilt 379The truck sports a 565-hp Cummins with an 18-speed. Green, the owner of MCE Transportation, hauls oil in tankers with the rig.November 2, 2021RegulationsCongress again passes stopgap highway funding billThe short-term funding bill extends current funding through Dec. 3. Also: Pilot Flying J names newest Road Warrior contest winner; Certain Trail King step deck trailers recalled.November 1, 2021RegulationsHighway fatality 'crisis' unfolding as numbers hit 15-year high through first half of 2021DOT Secretary Pete Buttigieg called the more than 20,000 estimated traffic deaths in the first six months of 2021 a "crisis" and announced a new initiative to cut down on fatalities. Also: Trucker honored for stopping to help resuscitate fellow driver.October 29, 2021Small Fleet ChampHere are the finalists for Overdrive's Small Fleet Champ awardOne of these three fleets will take home the hardware in Overdrive's second annual Small Fleet Championship.October 29, 2021Reader RigsDamon McNair's 2001 Freightliner Classic XLMcNair says it was in bad shape when he bought it in 2017, but it's "coming along real good now." He has updated some things on the truck with a low budget, he adds.October 29, 2021Previous PagePage 153 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 SponsorBlueParrott S650-XT Bluetooth Headset
