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Pride & Polish
Overdrive's 2024 Pride & Polish finalists: The votes are in
Three finalists have been selected by Overdrive readers in each of five categories -- Antique, Interior, Limited Mileage, Working Bobtail and Working Combo. Tune in next Friday, November 15, to find out which trucks and owners ultimately come out on top.
October 16, 2024
Equipment
Last of the 389s goes to Oklahoma small fleet in charitable auction, sweepstakes
Concluding a sweepstakes to win the only 2025 model year Peterbilt 389X ever built, Rush Enterprises CEO Rusty Rush presented the keys to rig to Jennifer Best, likewise half a million dollars raised to nonprofit vets-support group Wounded Warrior Project.
October 15, 2024
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March 24, 2025
Equipment
Fifth-generation Cascadia gets big safety, business tech updates
The fifth-generation Freightliner Cascadia ushers in new and expanded capabilities for the Detroit Assurance Suite of Safety Systems.
October 15, 2024
Equipment
Volvo tractors recalled for unintended acceleration | Meth bust in trailer floor frame at border
The 2,000-plus affected trucks are equipped with Cummins engines and a specific version of the electronic control unit. Also: Millions' worth of meth found under trailer floor in frame; New distributor for Bulldog HD shocks.
October 14, 2024
Regulations
Oregon eyes delay of truck emissions regs
The state's Department of Environmental Quality said there aren't enough new trucks to meet the standards. Also: Truckers reminded to stay off U.S. 441 in Great Smoky Mountains National Park; latest Highway Angel.
October 11, 2024
Custom Rigs
Owner-operator Brian Bucenell's custom '02 379
The award-winning Pete was built to somewhat resemble an "old-school race car," Bucenell said, with an aggressive look. See more of the custom Pete in this video.
October 10, 2024
Regulations
More lawsuits filed against CARB over Advanced Clean Fleets
SEMA and NTEA -- The Work Truck Association have filed suit against CARB over the rule, which mandates adoption of "zero-emission" trucks. Also: Calstart launches small-fleet, battery-electric advisor program in New Jersey; fuel card expands.
October 9, 2024
Regulations
DOT eyes changes to hazmat regs
The Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration announced plans to publish a rulemaking proposal to make changes to hazmat regs for trucking, rail and vessel transportation.
October 8, 2024
Regulations
Truckstop cuts OOIDA members a deal | Volvo starts new VNL production
Truckstop, OOIDA collaborate to offer OOIDA members 15% off the load board's subscription services. Also: All-new VNL production begins; Pilot supporting hurricane relief; latest Highway Angel.
October 8, 2024
Reader Rigs
'Heck of a ride': Owner-operator Brian Wollman's 2024 Peterbilt 389
Brian Wollman bought the truck in Lethbridge, Alberta, Canada, and said it's "been working awesome" for him.
October 4, 2024
Custom Rigs
Nelson Truck Lines' 2019 custom Kenworth among the last of the gliders
Operator Brian Beltran showed the rig at the Waupun Truck-N-Show over the summer, paired with a patriotic 2022 Great Dane van that's a salute to the Nelson family's military service.
October 3, 2024
Life
Five truckers in the running for new Kenworth
Finalists have been named for the Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence Award. Also: Mack's government contract through Sourcewell renewed; TA opens new location in Oklahoma; Pilot offering drink, snack deals this month.
October 2, 2024
Equipment
9K Cummins X15 engines caught up in recall over fuel pump issues
The fuel pump barrels on the affected engines could fracture and cause a fuel leak. Also: Broker group TIA announces next president, CEO; CDL testing waiver renewed in Alaska.
October 1, 2024
Reader Rigs
Owner-op's '88 Ford LTL-9000 retired to truck show duty
The truck worked on-highway before being semi-retired to farm work, then fully retired around the turn of the century. Following a full restoration, it's now used to haul antique tractors to truck shows and fairs. Submit your own truck to
Overdrive
's Reader Rigs gallery here.
October 1, 2024
Regulations
California governor again spikes driverless truck ban
California Governor Gavin Newsom for the second time has vetoed a bill that would have disallowed driverless trucks in the state.
September 29, 2024
Gear
Carrier Transicold intros CARB-compliant reefer unit for center-divide trailers
Carrier Transicold
The Vector 8811MT is designed for trailers split lengthwise with a center-dividing wall, creating two refrigerated compartments.
September 27, 2024
Equipment
RigDig Truck History Reports now include recall information | Trucker cleared after crash
RigDig Truck History Reports, available via Overdrive, now feature information about all manufacturer recalls recorded by NHTSA. Also: Fleet owner gets 25 years in drug trafficking case; no charges for trucker in fatal crash; new One9 stop in New Mexico.
September 27, 2024
Equipment
International sheds Navistar name in business transformation effort
The Lisle, Ill.-based truck maker will operate as International Motors, LLC, and digital products and services will be rebranded under the new My International umbrella.
September 25, 2024
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Small Fleet Champ
Right-sizing for management: MRL Transport owner Mark Ledford hits five trucks
Ledford got his start trucking after working a dock where his manager said Ledford would never drive truck. Not only would he drive, he'd grow a fleet well beyond 30 trucks before selling out. MRL Transport is his second turn in the barrel, and Ledford's hit a profitability sweet spot.
Life
FMCSA cancels sexual assault study 'focused on DEI' and 'transgender ideology'
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FMCSA, other agencies update timelines for bevy of in-progress regs
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