Overdrive StaffCustom RigsPatriotic graphics from fleets around the countryTake a look at some military- and patriotic-themed trucks from fleets across the country to honor the history of the United States.July 1, 2021Custom RigsAnnual Walcott Truckers Jamboree kicks off next weekThe show, held at the Iowa 80 Truck Stop in Walcott, Iowa, will run July 8-10. In addition to the Truck Beauty Contest, there will be live entertainment, an antique truck display, Trucker Olympics, fireworks and more.June 30, 2021EquipmentVW's Traton approved by regulators to acquire NavistarThe buyout of Navistar, maker of International Trucks, is expected to be completed Thursday, July 1. Also: FMCSA officially delays Entry-Level Driver Training rule until 2022.June 30, 2021Reader RigsDustin Schier's 2015 Peterbilt 389The truck is powered by a Detroit 60 Series with a 13-speed. Schier has added a custom Peterbilt 379-style grille and surround.June 29, 2021BusinessTrucking groups sound off as Connecticut truck VMT tax signed into lawOOIDA and ATA have strong reactions to tax that could charge truckers up to 17.5 cents per mile. Also: Free Transflo Lite app on the way; Cargo theft expected to rise during July 4 holiday weekend; Landstar giving away new Volvo to accomplished driver.June 29, 2021Pride & PolishImpressive rigs competing in 2021 Pride & Polish contestOverdrive's Pride & Polish contest is close to closing. Harold and Erin Smith's 2018 Kenworth W900L is just one of the 64 entries in the 2021 Overdrive's Pride & Polish contest so far. Vote for your favorites here through tomorrow Sunday, July 11.June 28, 2021BusinessBevy of trucking groups call for removal of insurance hike from House highway billAn OOIDA-led coalition asked the House Rules Committee to include an amendment that would strike a liability insurance hike for carriers from the bill. Also: Nomination period open for rookie military vet trucker award; SCF hosting art auction next month.June 28, 2021BusinessBiden's bipartisan infrastructure deal includes $109 billion for roads, bridgesThe Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework deal struck between President Biden and 10 senators calls for $579 billion in spending. Also: Driver recognized for helping fellow trucker; Ohio Peterbilt launches calendar contest; new Love's.June 25, 2021Reader RigsEric Bower's 2000 Kenworth W900LIt's powered by a 550-hp Cat 3406E with a 13-speed and 3:55 rears. The truck has 1.6 million miles on it.June 25, 2021BusinessSpot truckload rates show no sign of slowing before July 4DAT says reefer freight shot up double digit percentage points while flatbeds fell a similar amount. Also: New consulting firm offering audit, DataQs services for owner-ops; expect delays on I-40 in Mt. Juliet, Tenn.; more.June 24, 2021Previous PagePage 168 of 1652Next PageTop StoriesPride & PolishLast chance to enter! Show your truck with Overdrive's Pride & PolishOctober 1 is the deadline to help us put a cap on the 2025 show season with our annual virtual truck show, where Overdrive readers ultimately decide the favorites in five categories -- Working Bobtail, Working Combo, Limited Mileage/Show, Antique and Interior. Enter to show your rig with photos today as deadline arrives.Small Fleet ChampDiversification key to weathering down market for Hallahan TransportBusinessDid DOT Secretary Duffy just kill trucking's 'driver shortage' narrative once and for all?Trucker of the YearMaking a dream come true: Trucker of the Month John TreadwayFeatured SponsorJBL Live Beam 3 - True wireless noise-cancelling earbuds with stick-closed design and Smart Charging Case™
