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Regulations
California banning diesel truck sales in 2036
What's more, a new rule approved unanimously by CARB will also require drayage operators to begin transitioning to electric trucks as soon as 2024, with a full diesel phase-out at the ports by 2035.
May 1, 2023
Channel 19
Roadcheck fails: 'Worst of the worst' in Iowa
Ahead of the big Roadcheck inspection blitz two weeks on, Iowa DOT's Motor Vehicle Enforcement unit shows us pictures of some of the worst failures from last year.
May 1, 2023
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Regulations
More companies, individuals charged for allegedly 'deleting' emission control systems
Diesel Freak, Accurate Truck Service and Griffin Transportation were charged in an aftermarket scheme to disable emissions systems. Also: Legislation looks to cut red tape for military vets entering trucking; Trimac acquires Ohio-based small bulk fleet.
April 28, 2023
Gear
Thermo King intros new TriPac APU
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The new APU is offered in two models -- one that is 49-state EPA-compliant, and another that is also compliant with California Air Resources Board emissions regulations.
April 28, 2023
Regulations
Senate votes to overturn stringent EPA regs
The Senate passed a resolution to overturn regs published by EPA in December to reduce heavy-truck NOx emissions by 80%+ beginning in 2027. Also: $2.1M in cocaine seized from truck at Texas-Mexico border; Truckers Final Mile gets $18K donation; more.
April 27, 2023
Custom Rigs
Maryland-based hauler's V8-powered 1986 Mack Super-Liner
Thomas Menges has been in business as an owner-operator since 1973 and hauls mostly general freight. He bought this classic 1986 Mack Super-Liner in April 2022. Aside from a few minor upgrades, the truck is still mostly original.
April 27, 2023
Overdrive Radio
Paths to 10-plus mpg in a Class 8 diesel tractor with aero, downspeeding, more
For all the focus on rates and revenue, no improvement there is dollar for dollar. Yet "fuel savings go right to the bottom line," owner-operator Joel Morrow re-emphasizes in this Overdrive Radio edition walking through ways to get to 10 mpg, and beyond.
April 21, 2023
Custom Rigs
‘A real truck driver’s truck’: The 100th anniversary Kenworth W900L Limited Edition
The first thing most people will notice on the truck is the custom paint scheme, which features three of the company’s four new colors that celebrate its centenary -- Century Black, which has a red sparkle to it; Century Red; and Century Gold.
April 20, 2023
Regulations
Trailer side-underride-guard rule could bump costs $3K
With NHTSA moving forward on a side-underride requirement, it could add more than 800 pounds to a trailer and upward of $3,000 in cost. Also: Concert benefiting St. Christopher Fund in Tennessee this weekend; Grote acquires Star Headlight.
April 20, 2023
Equipment
Ram's midsize electric pickup gets 'overwhelmingly positive' feedback
Ram introduced an electric midsize truck concept to dealers who apparently gave a thumbs-up to the truck.
April 19, 2023
Equipment
Navistar recalls 45,000 trucks over HVAC blower motor issue
The blower motor wiring terminal may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire. Also: Recalls also hit hundreds of Freightliner and Western Star trucks, along with some Volvo and Nikola electric trucks; TA offering free mid-trip inspections.
April 18, 2023
Equipment
Used truck sales jumped in March, and prices ticked up
Retail same dealer Class 8 used truck sales jumped 23% from February to March, and prices rose 4%. Also: Tennessee eyes tolled lanes as way to ease congestion; new Love's in South Carolina; latest Highway Angel.
April 17, 2023
Regulations
POLL: Are you getting Roadcheck-ready? It's coming May 16-18 to a scale near you
With the annual inspection blitz about a month away, this Overdrive poll asks what steps you're taking or planning to take in preparation for the all-hands-on-deck enforcement and education event this year emphasizing securement and ABS-related matters.
April 17, 2023
Regulations
EPA to host public hearings on newest proposed emissions standards
The May 2-3 hearings will focus on EPA's GHG Phase 3 proposal. Also: California launches CARB emissions checkpoints; TriumphPay partners with carrier ID management firm to suss out double brokers; autonomous truck terminal opening in Texas.
April 14, 2023
Custom Rigs
Sharp 2014 Freightliner 122SD, spec'd for high, wide freight
Owner Andy Freeman's rig features a 600-hp Detroit DD16 engine pushing a drivetrain built to handle 2,250 lb.-ft. of torque, but Freeman cut the DD16's output torque "back to 1,850" in efforts to save on wear and tear. He's rarely hauling heavy.
April 13, 2023
Regulations
Biden admin proposes stricter emissions regs for passenger, commercial vehicles
The Biden Administration said it hopes to see 25% of all new long-haul trucks electrified by 2032, with even higher percentages of smaller trucks and passenger cars switching by then. Experts, however, remain skeptical.
April 12, 2023
Gear
Carrier Transicold's new XR engineless reefer units for straight trucks
The direct-drive 40XR and 50XR series units are designed for mid-sized and large straight trucks, with ratings up to 17,000 BTU/hour and capable of accommodating temperature-control needs of up to a 20-foot box body.
April 12, 2023
Regulations
House rep intros measure to overturn latest EPA regs
Rep. Troy Nehls (R-Texas) filed a joint resolution last week that would nullify EPA's heavy-duty emissions regs set to take effect in 2027. Also: I-26 rest area temporarily closing; Utah trucking company owners plead guilty in bribery scheme; more.
April 11, 2023
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Owner-op Lucas Zach's project 2017 Peterbilt 389, 2025 Timpte hopper
Mods through the years Zach's owned the 2017 389 result in what's a well-balanced look for this custom Pete, with sharp paint lines, a Cat under the hood, and a hopper-hauling setup built to handle the rough-and-dirty side of farm-haul work and still turn heads.
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