Matt ColeMatt Cole is the Senior Editor for Overdrive and CCJ. Reach him at [email protected].Custom RigsOwner-op-founded Alabama truck show and foundation for Lowe Syndrome kick offThe fourth annual Show for Lowe's, started by owner-operator Thomas Sullivan, benefits the Waylon Sullivan Foundation, which helps families with children diagnosed with Lowe Syndrome, a rare genetic condition.April 5, 2024Custom RigsMassey Motor Freight's 2022 389 'Dustn' the Wind' a custom tribute to fallen biz partnerTroy Massey of Texas-based Massey Motor Freight designed this heavily modified 2022 Peterbilt 389 as a tribute to the friend and pro sales rep Massey had long worked with, Dustin DuPree, before he passed away.April 4, 2024RegulationsEPA Phase 3 truck emissions rule destined to fail? Industry reactions pour inMany in trucking are skeptical of EPA's emissions-reduction targets, especially with the Phase 3 rule's slant toward a push for zero-emission technologies like battery-electric trucks.April 2, 2024LifeTotal solar eclipse: Path across U.S., safety, travel advisories, moreSome states in the "path of totality" for the April 8 total solar eclipse are calling on truckers to take the day off and plan to deliver and pick up another day. Others in the path warn of expected increased traffic and congestion.March 29, 2024Custom RigsIndependent's stunning 'Little Blue' 1995 Freightliner FLDOwner-operator Raiko Graveran has owned the truck for about 15 years, but really turned it into a working showpiece in 2020. The FLD debuted at its first truck show in the Spring of 2021. Here, run through the many upgrades he's made to the rig.March 28, 2024Trucker of the YearThriving on the challenge: Trucker of the Month Candace MarleyA tenacious spirit has helped independent owner-operator Candace Marley thrive early in her owner-operator career, then survive when times got particularly tough, earning her a nod as Overdrive's Trucker of the Month for March.March 28, 2024Custom RigsTop performers from MATS' 2024 PKY Truck Beauty ChampionshipCatch the full awards ceremony from the Mid-America Trucking Show, as well as the full list of winners and plenty views of standouts from the contest, spanning 39 categories.March 27, 2024LifeWerner team, FedEx driver named TA Citizen DriversGeorgia-based Tim Taylor and Arizona-based Steve and Gina Jones were named the 2024 TA Citizen Drivers last week at the Mid-America Trucking Show.March 26, 2024Partners in BusinessHow owner-operators still standing have weathered big rates drops through the presentIn the annual Overdrive-ATBS Partners in Business co-presentation at MATS, 2023 owner-operator performance metrics showed more miles logged and lower costs. However, those factors couldn't fully overcome the poor rates environment.March 25, 2024Custom RigsBig Rig Build-Off, category first places, People's Choice: Big winners at MATSDavis Bros. Designs came out on top in the invite-only builders competition at the Mid-America Trucking Show with their impressive 2024 Peterbilt 389 build. Also: Catch the five Best of Show winners and more from the PKY Truck Beauty Championship.March 23, 2024Previous PagePage 27 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 SponsorBlueParrott S650-XT Bluetooth Headset
