Matt ColeMatt Cole is the Senior Editor for Overdrive and CCJ. Reach him at [email protected].Custom RigsKimball Transportation's '96 Kenworth W900L, built for showThe Georgia-based small fleet pulled the truck out of the weeds eight years ago with plans to build it into a work truck, but as the build went along, it transformed into a show truck.February 20, 2025BusinessTrump DOT terminates New York City's congestion pricing programDOT Secretary Sean Duffy terminated the program, which began Jan. 5 this year and implemented tolls on vehicles entering Manhattan below 60th Street.February 19, 2025RegulationsColorado eyes allowing roadside chain-assist businessesAfter enhancing its chain-up laws in 2024, Colorado is now looking to help truckers comply by permitting roadside chain installation/removal companies. Also: Former NHTSA Chief Counsel tapped to lead agency; chance to haul the "Wall That Heals" this year.February 19, 2025RegulationsTrump's EPA sends CARB waivers to Congress for reviewEPA Administrator Lee Zeldin is sending the Advanced Clean Trucks and Omnibus Low-NOx rules to Congress for review of the waivers granted under the Biden administration.February 17, 2025Custom RigsPristine low-mileage 1997 Peterbilt 379 emerges after 18 years in storageThe truck, owned by Ontario-based Sunrise Equipment Auctions, was custom built for its original owner in 1997. Today, with around just 120,000 miles on the odometer, the truck still looks brand-new.February 13, 2025LifeI-40 partially reopening by March 1: N.C. GuvDuring a visit from DOT Secretary Sean Duffy on Monday, North Carolina officials announced the portion of I-40 washed out by Hurricane Helene will reopen with one lane in each direction by March 1.February 11, 2025Hours of ServiceBird flu, egg shortage prompts regional emergency, hours waivers for relief-haulFMCSA is granting hours of service relief to carriers and drivers hauling live chickens from areas affected by the highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) to unaffected areas.February 10, 2025EquipmentNew diesel-electric hybrid retrofit 379 to debut at MATSReVolt said it will bring a Peterbilt 379 retrofit with a hybrid drivetrain to the truck show. The hybrid system boasts higher horsepower, torque and fuel efficiency than diesel engines.February 7, 2025Custom Rigs'Why So Serious?': Joker-themed heavy-haul 389 shows outOntario-based Skillex Inc. hauls steel coils with this impressive 2024 Peterbilt 389 and 2024 Mac conestoga. The entire unit features a purple and green theme with Batman's Joker villain.February 6, 2025LifePennsylvania DOT's road restrictions, including areas of I-70 and I-80, ahead of winter stormAn ice storm forecast to impact Pennsylvania and other parts of the region has prompted PennDOT to plan restrictions of commercial vehicle traffic on many routes in the state.February 5, 2025Previous PagePage 15 of 187Next PageTop StoriesPride & Polish'Heavy Hook' 2024 389's tall order: Promoting tow-company positivity to truckingKentucky-based CTS Towing owner-operator Clifton Parsley uses his custom 2024 Peterbilt 389, "Heavy Hook," to promote a positive image of the towing industry to truckers. Truckers recognized Parsley's efforts and the impressive work on the rig with a win in Overdrive's Pride & Polish.RegulationsNon-domiciled CDLs are back: New Jersey resumes issuance after FMCSA crackdownTrucker of the YearOverdrive's 2026 Trucker of the Year honors: Enter your businessBusinessCould U.S. action in Venezuela bring diesel prices down?Featured SponsorJBL Live Beam 3 - Slim, sleek, and impossibly modern earbuds and Smart Charging Case - Audio Evolution You Can See and Hear
