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Ohio diesel shop owner pleads guilty for tampering with emissions devices

The man was found to be removing emissions control devices after previously agreeing with EPA to stop doing so. Also: FMCSA's Truck Leasing Task Force to discuss inequitable lease agreements in January meeting.

December 29, 2023

Truck with tall stacks

California backs off drayage diesel ban -- for now

California's Air Resources Board said it won't enforce an impending ban on diesel trucks registering to work at the ports, just the latest in a string of setbacks for the regulator.

December 28, 2023

diesel truck at port

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A look back at 2023's top Custom Rigs

Take a break from the stresses of trucking and enjoy a look back through the top Custom Rigs from 2023.

December 27, 2023

Andy Goettsch's 1979 International Transtar II

CARB extends reporting deadline for Clean Truck Check emissions program

Truck owners who operate in California now have until Jan. 31 to register their trucks and pay a $30 fee in CARB's system. Also: Diesel prices see slight increase; small number of Great Dane trailers recalled.

December 27, 2023

Truck exhaust stack

FMCSA fielding comments on Calif., Wash. meal and rest break preemption waivers

FMCSA received four requests for waivers from the agency's preemption of meal and rest break rules in California and Washington state. Also: Used truck prices hit 2.5-year low; TCA opens Highway Angels of the Year voting.

December 26, 2023

Slay Transportation driver named top military vet rookie trucker

For winning the Transition Trucking: Driving for Excellence award, Brandon Meredith, a 20-year Army veteran, won a Kenworth T680 Signature Edition.

December 21, 2023

Brandon Meredith and his family with new Kenworth T680 Signature Edition

Cummins to pay $1.675B penalty for alleged Clean Air Act violations, 'emissions defeat' devices

The U.S. government accused the company of installing "emissions defeat" devices on certain engines, primarily used in pickup trucks. Also: Cargo theft prevention tips for winter holidays; Arkansas DOT calls for shutdown during April eclipse.

December 22, 2023

From 'bare bones' to working showpiece: Cody Davis doubles up with 'Mojito' 2022 W900L

Davis' two category wins in Overdrive's 2023 Pride & Polish competition -- Working Combo, Interior -- add to big wins earlier in the year at SuperRigs for the custom livestock hauler, built from the ground up with partners.

December 21, 2023

Cody Davis' 2022 Kenworth W900

Partners in Business

Keys to long-life tires: Many are firmly in your control

While spec'ing the right tire for your operation is important in prolonging tire life, perhaps even more important are how you drive, performing routine maintenance, maintaining proper inflation and more. Extend your tires' life with these four practices.

December 19, 2023

tire on semi truck

CARB barred from collecting fees for reefer unit compliance

A California court ruled against CARB, and even suggested that the regulator's wish to collect fees from those it regulates might not fit with the Constitution. The ruling could have implications for CARB's "smog check" program upcoming.

December 20, 2023

reefer trailers at dock

Nikola founder sentenced to prison for fraud

Trevor Milton, founder of Nikola Corporation, was sentenced to four years in prison Monday for engaging in securities and wire fraud in connection with his scheme to defraud and mislead investors about Nikola's products.

December 19, 2023

Nikola founder and former chief executive Trevor Milton

Hours of Service

Shorter automatic emergency HOS exemptions: FMCSA petitioned to reconsider

Several groups, including OOIDA and CVSA, have asked FMCSA to reconsider its stance that cut in half the automatic 30-day emergency HOS exemption. Also: Great Dane trailers recalled; International dealer expands in Texas.

December 19, 2023

tanker truck on highway

MATS hosting invitation-only 'Big Rig Build-Off'

Show organizers say the build-off is a “special ‘elite builders only’ class” at the event. It will pit “four of the industry’s most talented and innovative builders in a winner-takes-all competition."

December 19, 2023

MATS Big Rig Build-Off

Electronic Logging Devices

Revoked PowerTrucks ELD reinstated by FMCSA

After possibly "cracking down" and removing 10 ELDs from FMCSA's approved list of devices, the agency has let another previously revoked device back on the list -- that makes two in as many weeks.

December 18, 2023

Powertrucks Eld

Rhode Island fleet owner sentenced for illegal emissions 'tunes'

Charges were related to altering trucks' ECMs and on-board diagnostics systems to not detect malfunctions in the emission control components. Also: I-195 bridge closure bypass opens; more truck parking coming to I-80 in Wyoming.

December 15, 2023

truck exhaust in cold weather

Classic Pete 359 hauls in big Pride & Polish win after 4.1M miles of work

Ron Kelsey's 1981 "Sunrise Express" was crowned the Working Bobtail champ in the contest, following an Antique category win in 2021.

December 14, 2023

Ron Kelsey's 1981 Peterbilt 359, “Sunrise Express”

EPA settles CARB violations with two fleets

According to EPA, the companies failed to install controls to reduce pollution, upgrade model year engines, or verify that the trucks complied with state rules.

December 13, 2023

Emissions from truck exhaust stack on highway

Overdrive Extra

Can truckers get more time to replace an FMCSA-revoked ELD?

With the recent revocation of a batch of 10 ELDs, the FMCSA gave owner-operators and other carriers using those devices 60 days to install a replacement. Turns out, unlike with an ELD malfunction, more time for replacement isn't in the cards.

December 13, 2023

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Owner-operator Raiko Graveran might be the 'nicest dude in all of trucking,' a version of which has been said by more than one truck showgoer who's found him and his 1995 Freightliner FLD 120 parked up. Here he's showing off fairly recent wins at the Old Town Rig Down event in Nacogdoches, Texas. Look for Graveran out at the Stars, Stripes and White Lines event this week in Atlanta.

Red, white and 'Little Blue': The story of owner-operator Raiko Graveran

RGT Transport owner Graveran came to the United States in '08 on a raft from Cuba, ultimately able to gain legal permanent resident status with the immigration policy of the time. Today, he's the proud owner of a multi-award-winning custom '95 FLD flattop that cuts a unique picture on the show circuit.

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