Overdrive StaffRegulationsFive sentenced for roles in disabling emissions control devicesThey either replaced the stock exhaust systems or hollowed out the emissions components, and now they face penalties. Also: FMCSA proposing hazmat regs; Indiana hikes OS/OW fines; fleet announces driver pay increase; Yokohama tire prices going up.July 2, 2021Reader RigsAmed Guardado's 2019 International LoneStarHe had the truck, which he nicknamed "Optimus Prime," custom painted when he bought it two years ago.July 2, 2021RegulationsIndustry orgs at odds over House's passage of INVEST in America highway billThe bill passed the U.S. House on Thursday with provisions to increase motor carriers' liability insurance minimums to $2 million, a requirement for automatic emergency braking systems to be installed on new trucks and more.July 1, 2021BusinessMore staged-accident fraud guilty pleasA husband and wife were each sentenced to four years in prison, while two more people pled guilty in the staged-accident scheme in Louisiana. Also: Pilot's military discount program; TA fundraising for St. Christopher Fund.July 1, 2021EquipmentPOLL: Has parts or other supplies availability delayed a repair/service for you this year?Truck and trailer order delays have been much talked about, but what about component parts needed for repairs? With owner-ops' anecdotal reports of delays growing, have you experienced a significant service delay this year waiting on a part?July 1, 2021Overdrive Radio'Music to truck by' host in the running for Broadcaster of the Year honors“Overdrive’s Music to Truck By” host “Big Al” Weekley got a nomination nod in the International Bluegrass Music Awards program. This week on his streaming music show: An alternative top 10 trucking songs of all-time, of more recent vintage.July 1, 2021Custom 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, 2021Previous PagePage 180 of 1665Next PageTop StoriesOverdrive RadioOTR trucker-songwriter Long Haul Paul's new 'After Party Sessions,' MATS show upcomingWith Overdrive's Long Haul Paul taking to the MATS concert stage this year, a bit of a preview of two new records from LHP due within the month. They include the "After Party Sessions" live recordings from shows at various trucking events over the last several years, and a whole lot more from LHP's history.Trucker of the YearOverdrive's 2026 Trucker of the Year honors: Enter your businessRegulationsFMCSA announces rapid actions to shut down ‘chameleon carriers,’ CDL mills, ELD cheatingBusiness'Great news for spot rates'? Supreme Court rules against Trump emergency tariffsRegulationsNon-domiciled CDL drivers, advocates call for California, Pennsylvania to fight DOT
