Matt ColeMatt Cole is the Senior Editor for Overdrive and CCJ. Reach him at [email protected].Business'Band-Aids on a shotgun wound': Diesel prices to remain high into 2027Even if conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine ended immediately, experts say it would still take months for diesel prices to normalize.November 2, 2026RegulationsFMCSA Safety Chief touts Motus success despite strugglesFMCSA Chief Safety Officer Steve Dowling said this week that Motus "has had its challenges," yet has still blocked "thousands" of bad actors. Administrator Barrs noted 36 investigations initiated as a result of the switch, too. Also: agency updates on training provider/ELD fraud cleanup, HOS flexibility.October 30, 2026Pride & PolishClassic 1965 Peterbilt 351 restored twice by same ownerOwner Craig Betcher bought the truck and restored it to work, at least part time. But during the course of a haul, another motorist pulled out in front of him, rolling and totaling the truck. Betcher rebuilt it a second time, now as a show truck.October 29, 2026Pride & PolishThese truck builders will compete in 2027 MATS Big Rig Build-OffThe field is set for March in Louisville. Up for grabs in the annual competition is $15,000 cash and ultimate bragging rights.October 26, 2026EquipmentUsed-sleeper truck pricing holding strongUsed Class 8 sleeper prices were by some measures up, yet generally flat in September from August, indicating strong demand for quality used equipment.October 22, 2026Pride & PolishThis look like a cabover? 1969 Pete 358 came stamped as a 352Casey Field's needlenose Peterbilt 358 is a perfect blend of old-school looks with some modern improvements to give the rig a more comfortable ride. Its serial number has been getting double-takes from decoders for nearly 60 years now, originally stamped a 352 cabover.October 22, 2026BusinessFuel tops trucking's concerns, with parking close behind for driversThe surge in diesel prices this year has taken the top spot in ATRI's annual "Top Industry Issues" report. While truckers and carriers were generally in agreement on that, opinions differed otherwise, including a resurgence in carriers' "driver shortage" claims.October 20, 2026RegulationsIRS announces red-dyed diesel relief in effect -- is it worth it?The IRS confirmed it will not impose penalties for using red-dyed diesel on-highway through the end of the year, as directed by the President. Yet many states aren't allowing the use of dyed diesel on-highway, and volume discounts for standard, non-dyed fuel in many cases beat federal relief at the pump.October 19, 2026RegulationsFMCSA's DataQs reforms officially in effectAll 50 states, D.C. and U.S. territories are now in compliance with FMCSA's updated DataQs requirements announced in April, including a multi-stage review process, a ban on issuing-officer decisions on challenges, strict timelines for reviews and other reforms.October 15, 2026Pride & PolishThe ultimate Christmas present: A.J. Field's 1969 Peterbilt 358Texas-based A.J. Field isn't a truck driver, but he and his wife, Casey, both love trucks, especially vintage Petes. He was surprised by Casey and a friend at Christmas a few years ago with this 1969 Peterbilt 358, which they've built together since.October 15, 2026Page 1 of 203Next PageTop StoriesRegulations'Driverless' trucking depends on lidar from 'Chinese Military Company' Hesai"Driverless" trucking companies Aurora, Kodiak and Waabi have been picking up steam, but reliance on sensor technology from Hesai, a U.S.-designated Chinese Military Company, could pump the brakes.Overdrive RadioTaking out the trucking 'garbage' with higher standards, boosting CDL valueBusinessSuper Ego returns, bans non-domiciled, non-English speaking driversSmall Fleet Champ'Truckers are survivors': Otto Transfer, TruckWise grab Small Fleet Champ honorsPride & PolishClassic 1965 Peterbilt 351 restored twice by same owner
