Overdrive StaffLifeTruck driver watching TikTok at time of deadly crash, cops sayA truck driver involved in a deadly crash that killed five in January in Arizona was allegedly watching TikTok at the time of the crash. Also: Michigan receives funding for "truck stop of the future;" trucker amenities at new New York service area.July 4, 2023Reader RigsOperator's 2020 Western Star equipped for heavy haulThe truck sports a 600-hp Detroit DD16, 14,000-pound front axles and 46,000-pound rear axles.July 4, 2023LifeTanker in I-95 bridge collapse lost control on off-ramp: NTSBNTSB in a preliminary report said the driver lost control of his tanker, loaded with 8,500 gallons of gasoline, leading to it overturning and bursting into flames. Also: Latest recalls -- Volvo trucks for steering issue, eCascadias for e-stability system.July 3, 2023LifeCalif. cops bust hauler with 95 pounds of suspected meth in trailerA California Highway Patrol officer and a K-9 unit found four suitcases of the suspected drug in the trailer. Also: While oral fluid testing is allowed by DOT, still no HHS-approved labs; new Love's in western Colorado.June 30, 2023Reader RigsFleet's 1998 Peterbilt 379 works Arizona copper minesThe truck, driven by Dale Arrietta and owned by J&B Trucking, boasts over 1.5 million miles.June 30, 2023RegulationsWomen of Trucking Advisory Board takes aim at billboard lawyers, NIMBYsWOTAB in its latest meeting discussed various ways to improve training and retention of female drivers in trucking. Also: Top military vet rookie trucker to receive Kenworth T680 Signature Edition; former FMCSA investigator sentenced for extortion; more.June 29, 2023LifeFour indictments announced in grisly 2022 human smuggling caseThe indictments stem from a smuggling case in which 53 people died and 11 others were injured inside a tractor-trailer with no working reefer unit in Texas. Also: Used truck prices continue to slide; Mack MD Electric available for order.June 28, 2023LifeFMCSA to study driver interactions with autonomous techFMCSA is looking to launch a study that will include 100 drivers and a driving simulator to examine how drivers interact with different levels of automation. Also: Anti-speed-limiter bill gains support in more co-sponsors; Love's opening truck washes.June 27, 2023Reader RigsOperator's chromed-out 2005 Freightliner ColumbiaThe rig features a chrome bumper, a chrome taillight panel, bull-hauler stacks and more.June 27, 2023LifeNHTSA estimates traffic fatalities down for fourth straight quarterThe federal agency is estimating that traffic fatalities fell around 3.3% in the first quarter of 2023 compared to the first quarter of 2022. Also: Stoughton intermodal chassis recalled; certain Great Dane trailers recalled; more.June 26, 2023Previous PagePage 89 of 1659Next PageTop StoriesTrucker of the YearKelsey, Penn, Shelly: Overdrive's 2025 Trucker of the Year finalistsDown to the wire in 2025, it's due time to celebrate what's been a year full of inspiring stories of triumph over adversity for Overdrive's Trucker of the Year contenders. Big congrats to all 10 competitors in the field, and especially this year's finalists, three independents at the top of their owner-operator business game.Custom RigsNorth Carolina lumber hauler's 1,000-hp 2000 Pete 379Overdrive RadioRed Arrow Christmas convoy rolls strong over first three yearsRegulationsFMCSA pins 'CDL mills' problem on self-certification: Are owner-ops to blame?Featured SponsorHot Shot's Secret - EDT+ Winter Defense - Your 7-in-1 Anti-Gel Fuel Boost - Make every fill-up premium!
