Matt ColeMatt Cole is the Senior Editor for Overdrive and CCJ. Reach him at [email protected].Custom RigsThe big-bunk ‘Low Budget Lounge’ of Missouri-based SPB TruckingMissouri-based Gary Jones' latest working show truck – a big-bunk 2007 Peterbilt 379 that features airbrushed stylings building on the look of his previous rigs.October 7, 2021Custom RigsBurning down Joplin: Big rig burnouts at GBATSIn this video, catch views of a few rat rods, a couple standard-looking day cabs (at least from the exterior perspective), and even a miniature Peterbilt 379 burning rubber and rolling coal at the biennial event held in Joplin, Missouri.October 6, 2021RegulationsFMCSA tells states to ban drivers with drug, alcohol strikesThe agency will begin requiring states to downgrade the licenses of drivers who have a positive drug or alcohol test that lands them in the Clearinghouse, while also prohibiting states from making certain CDL transactions for drivers in the database.October 6, 2021Overdrive ExtraFMCSA medical board whiffs in attempt to help truckers with recalled CPAPsThe agency tasked its MRB to come up with a workable solution for truckers who are impacted by the massive Philips CPAP recall. After a four-hour meeting Wednesday, however, there seems to be more confusion than before.October 1, 2021Custom Rigs'That’s My Job': Clayton Driskill’s 2018 Kenworth W900LDespite its pristine looks, this Texas-based KW doesn't shy away from hard work, as it hauls in and out of the oilfield on a regular basis.September 30, 2021Custom RigsHundreds of trucks turn out for Guilty By Association Truck ShowChrome Shop Mafia's biennial GBATS, which had to wait an extra year this time around due to COVID, boasted more than 750 registered trucks and a bevy of entertainment, including big rig burnouts, truck drag races, a Special Olympics Convoy and more.September 27, 2021Overdrive RadioThe big reveal: Prize interior renovation | More on COVID hours waiverOwner-operator Debbie Desiderato on bottom-line business impacts likely from her TransFix My Rig sweepstakes win, after custom work by Jason Cameron. Also: FMCSA's input on COVID hours of service waiver's reporting requirement, more.September 24, 2021Custom RigsInside the rebuild of this stunning K100E caboverJ.R. Schleuger did the custom work on the build, inspired by childhood memories of his father's cabover. It's the only COE he's rebuilt, and he said he plans to keep it that way due to the difficulty involved compared to a conventional.September 23, 2021RegulationsFMCSA boss nominee Joshi weighs in on the COVID hours waiver, trucking oversight, port congestion, moreDuring a confirmation hearing Wednesday, Senators questioned how Meera Joshi would handle a number of issues, including supply chain efficiency, potential future HOS waivers, FMCSA’s oversight of new entrant motor carriers, port congestion and more.September 22, 2021Pride & PolishCustom champs: Chris Kulow's 2007 Peterbilt 379Chris Kulow's 379, which sports a 144-inch ARI sleeper, won first place in the Working Bobtail, 2008 & Older class in the 2021 Overdrive's Pride & Polish. He uses the truck to haul machinery and oversized step-deck freight.September 20, 2021Previous PagePage 51 of 184Next PageTop StoriesSmall Fleet ChampRoadside war stories, camaraderie, ownership advice: Small Fleet Champs deliverThis week's edition of Overdrive Radio drops into the Small Fleet Champ awards ceremony and a side roundtable talk with the four finalists: Clifford Hay Inc., Thomasville Furniture Xpress, Turnage & Sons, and Oberman Logistics. The owners traded war stories from hefty tow bills (how's $15K for four miles) and plenty tried-and-true advice for the move from one truck to many.Trucker of the YearTrucker of the Month John Penn reaps 10-mpg-plus rewards of two decades learning, growingCustom Rigs'A Touch of Class': Greg Kiser Trucking's custom '08 Pete makes old-school style newBusinessGet your 2025 Highway Report Card: Worst roads, state DOTs, parking desertsFeatured SponsorHP/Poly Voyager Legend 30 and Voyager Legend 50
