Matt ColeMatt Cole is the Senior Editor for Overdrive and CCJ. Reach him at [email protected].Custom Rigs'Somebody upstairs' delivered a miracle: How a son rescued his father's lost 2000 W9After owner-op Chad Roberson's father, Everett, passed 2007, Chad lost track of his last truck, a 2000 Kenworth W900. Two years ago, the unthinkable happened, and he was able to buy it back. Now, he's fixing it up to achieve his dad's dream.December 10, 2024RegulationsCourt rules Rhode Island can reinstate truck tolls -- without daily capsThe U.S. First Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a district court's ruling that a portion of the RhodeWorks trucks-only toll plan is unconstitutional. Whether tolls will be reinstated without unconstitutional provisions is now a matter of debate.December 9, 2024RegulationsFMCSA plows ahead with changes to Crash Preventability Determination ProgramAfter proposing last year to expand the types of crashes eligible for review under the program to determine preventability, FMCSA decided to keep its proposal mostly as-is moving forward in making changes to the program.December 4, 2024Custom RigsSemi-retired owner-op Lynn DeNeve's fresh '24 Pete 389 buildThe Iowa-based owner-operator ordered the 389 when he found out the model was being retired. He's added plenty in the way of lights and custom touches, which can be seen in this video.November 28, 2024BusinessTrump's Labor Secretary pick supported nationalized ABC testLori Chavez-DeRemer was one of three Republican co-sponsors on the 2023 PRO Act to codify the ABC contractor test for determining worker status for the purposes of seeking to unionize. Also: CVSA sets dates for human trafficking awareness campaign; more.November 25, 2024Custom RigsIowa-based Dylan McCrabb's head-turning '24 389XThe limited-edition 2024 Peterbilt features numerous custom touches that bring some of Peterbilt's history to the forefront, with 379-style headlights, a 359-style interior and more.November 21, 2024RegulationsFMCSA to move ahead with revamped CSA scoresThe agency revealed changes it has made to the still-in-the-works CSA Safety Measurement System revamp, based on feedback received from truckers since the revamp was announced last year.November 20, 2024RegulationsTransparency: FMCSA proposes 'regulatory obligation' for brokersA proposed rule seeks four amendments to existing broker transparency regulations, including a move from broker transparency as a "right" for motor carriers to a "regulatory obligation" for brokers to provide, whether they want to or not.November 19, 2024RegulationsTrump taps former Rep. Sean Duffy to lead DOTIf confirmed by the Senate, Trump said Duffy in his role as DOT Secretary “will prioritize Excellence, Competence, Competitiveness and Beauty when rebuilding America’s highways, tunnels, bridges and airports.”November 18, 2024BusinessNew York governor relaunches NYC congestion pricing planGov. Kathy Hochul announced a 40% reduced congestion pricing plan for vehicles entering Manhattan below 60th Street that could still cost trucks $21.60 to enter the city.November 18, 2024Previous PagePage 11 of 180Next PageTop StoriesOverdrive Extra7-step in-cab workout plan for long-term truckingFollow along with 2024 Trucker of the Year Alan Kitzhaber as he walks you through his in-cab workout routine, designed to combat common OTR aches and pains. His seven-exercise routine takes just 20 minutes and requires minimal equipment.RegulationsTrucking groups petition EPA to delay 2027 heavy-duty NOx ruleCustom Rigs18-year old Luke Rethwisch's show-winning '87 Pete 359EquipmentHow truck and engine OEs might approach EPA's new DEF-derate guidanceFeatured SponsorGarmin Dash Cams - Powerful & Discreet - Capture every detail with Garmin Clarity HDR optics, premium HD, and wide 140 degree view.
