Matt ColeMatt Cole is the Senior Editor for Overdrive and CCJ. Reach him at [email protected].Custom Rigs'83 Kenworth W9 honors fleet's historyThe truck is the last truck still owned by the fleet that was purchased by founder Keith Titus, father of current owner Dan Titus. It was restored and unveiled to Dan Titus at MATS back in March.June 13, 2024EquipmentNumerous recalls announced across major OEMsTwo recalls each from Daimler, Volvo and Mack resulted in a total of more than 1,700 units being recalled for issues related to steering components, wheel hubs and battery management software in an electric truck.June 10, 2024Custom Rigs'Popo': 1955 needlenose Kenworth's second owner rebuilds a classicThe classic Kenworth was found by Damian Minteer -- only the truck's second owner -- in a field in pretty rough shape. Minteer bought the truck more than 25 years ago and rebuilt it, now to pull his camper and attend truck shows.June 6, 2024BusinessNew York trucking group sues NYC over congestion truck tolls, guv halts programThe Trucking Association of New York (TANY) last week filed a lawsuit against the New York City Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) over a congestion pricing framework in New York City that was supposed to begin at the end of the month.June 5, 2024RegulationsBrake Safety Week dates set with focus on brake linings, padsPossibly the biggest inspection initiative each year aside from International Roadcheck, Brake Safety Week will feature a keen focus on brakes and their related components.June 4, 2024Overdrive ExtraImpressive 2000 Sterling uses adapted Peterbilt chromeFollowing up on a popular Reader Rigs entry, a more in-depth look at owner Dustin Ross's history in the business behind the "one-of-a-kind" Sterling AT9522, which makes some creative use of Peterbilt parts.June 3, 2024Overdrive RadioReclassifying marijuana: What it could mean for truckers, small fleet employersThe Drug Enforcement Administration on May 20 published a rulemaking proposal seeking comments on potentially rescheduling marijuana from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III drug. In Overdrive Radio, a legal expert weighs in on potential impacts.May 31, 2024Trucker of the YearFuel mileage gains, business prowess power Trucker of the MonthAlec Costerus, owner of two-truck Alpha Drivers Transportation, was an owner-op for 8 years before coming off the road for a medical issue. He started the new business in 2022 with a mind toward growth, and a pay-for-all-time approach to operators.May 29, 2024Custom Rigs'Casablanca': Owner-op's '05 379 with one of the last Double EaglesThe 80-inch sleeper was one of the last to roll off the production line before Double Eagle closed its doors in 2010, according to owner-operator Tony Huttenstine. Catch views of the sleeper and much more here.May 23, 2024Custom RigsTruck show season heats up with SuperRigs in Texas next weekThe 42nd Shell Rotella SuperRigs will kick off next Thursday, May 30, with a full slate of events for the three-day truck show that recognizes hardworking truckers and their rigs.May 22, 2024Previous PagePage 18 of 180Next PageTop StoriesCSA's Data TrailToughest 10 states for brake violations as inspection blitz kicks offAnalysis of nationwide violation data shows the states where truckers might expect next week's brakes inspection event, CVSA's Brake Safety Week, to feature the most intense scrutiny on the truck and trailer's stopping power.RegulationsState Department pauses truck driving visas: Who is and isn't impactedBusinessHigh-dollar freight means high cost consideration: Heavy and oversize haulingCustom RigsHarlan Martin and 'Barney,' the purple 2023 Pete 389 with custom air ride, more modsFeatured SponsorJBL Live Beam 3 - True wireless noise-cancelling earbuds with stick-closed design and Smart Charging Case™
