Overdrive StaffRegulationsCoalition opposes heavier trucksThe Coalition Against Bigger Trucks, which includes OOIDA and the Teamsters, penned a letter to House leaders in opposition to any increased-weight legislation. Also: Ohio fleet to make country's first paid platooning haul; Trimac acquires small fleet.May 19, 2023BusinessTA closes deal with BP | Freight-fraud prevention tactics highlightedThe $1.3 billion purchase officially wrapped on May 15. Also: Truckstop begins weekly freight fraud prevention series May 19; legislation looks to boost participation in under-21 interstate pilot program; small fleet acquired by Eagle Transport.May 18, 2023Business'It's unconscionable' overtime pay not required: Operator to driver-compensation committeeMembers from OOIDA and CDL Drivers Unlimited spoke Tuesday to the Transportation Research Board committee responsible for conducting FMCSA's driver compensation study. Also: MCSAC meeting next month; FMCSA names new governmental affairs director.May 17, 2023EquipmentPOLL: Your quick take on the look of Peterbilt's new 589?As most Overdrive readers are by now aware, the new Peterbilt 589 will as of the end of the year replace the retiring Model 389 -- what's your take on the look? Weigh in via this poll.May 16, 2023BusinessDiesel's national average tumbles below $4/gallonFuel price averages hit less than $4 a gallon, and used truck sales fell considerably in April amid tough market conditions. Also: Right to repair legislation gains momentum, high-school CDL program support, and FMCSA's women of trucking board meets.May 16, 2023Custom RigsScenes from Peterbilt's 'Pride & Class' truck show at Texas Motor SpeedwayPeterbilt last week officially launched its new Model 589 at a customer, dealer and media event that, fittingly, included a Pride & Class truck show with 200-plus entrants in Texas, showcasing scads of custom 389, 379 and 359 trucks in the 589's ancestry.May 16, 2023RegulationsCVSA inspection bulletins clarify issues with braking aids, tire inflation systemsJust before Roadcheck begins (Tuesday), CVSA issued bulletins to inspectors regarding hill-start aid systems and automatic tire inflation systems. Also: New Iowa law protects fleets from certain nuclear verdicts; medium-duty Internationals recalled.May 15, 2023EquipmentThe brand-new Peterbilt 589 and its 'Legendary' trim packageDetail on a new premium trim option with the new Peterbilt Model 589 -- there’s the vintage Pete script accented by spears on the side of the hood, and exclusive brightwork on the polished fenders and bright rockers, and much more.May 15, 2023RegulationsAdvocacy groups voice opposition to anti-speed-limiter legislationA coalition of seven crash victims' advocacy orgs and a fleet group penned a letter to members of the House transport committee urging opposition to a bill that would block speed limiters. Also: Pilot donates $100k to veterans org; latest Highway Angel.May 12, 2023Reader RigsOperator's glider-powered 2016 T660 boasts 'plenty of pull'Pat Pozanc's 2016 Kenworth T660 hauls reefer freight across much of the U.S. and is equipped with a 1995-model Cat 3406E.May 12, 2023Previous PagePage 94 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 SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.
