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Custom Rigs
Built to win: Wheels-off '87 Peterbilt 359 triumphant in Big Rig Build-Off
Luke Rethwisch, son of longtime truck builder Bill Rethwisch, is starting to make a name for himself early after being crowned the MATS Big Rig Build-Off champion.
April 3, 2025
Gear
Snap-on launches new diagnostic tool with code-based troubleshooting
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Snap-on’s new Pro-Link+ is a complete code-based diagnostic and repair platform for all makes of trucks, providing a direct path from pulling a fault code via the vehicle communication interface to diagnosing and fixing the problem.
April 2, 2025
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Reader Rigs
Family keeps '98 379 running, hauling liquefied petroleum gas
Third-generation trucker Dave Pittman bought the truck, "Stella," in 2023 and runs primarily in the Midwest. The truck and business are "a family affair" with his wife, three sons and daughter-in-law.
April 1, 2025
Regulations
‘No-brainer’ bill would create $7,500 trucker tax credit | OEMs issue recalls of 2K trucks, various models
Class A CDL holders who drive at least 1,900 hours in the year would be eligible for the temporary tax credit. Also: March IRP registration period extended in Illinois; recalls from Daimler, Paccar, Mack, International -- see which trucks are affected.
March 31, 2025
Custom Rigs
Dozens of trucks among winners in 2025 PKY Truck Beauty Championship
From the Big Rig Build-Off to People's Choice to five Best of Show winners and much more, take a run through the top standout custom rigs of the 2025 Mid-America Trucking Show.
March 29, 2025
Custom Rigs
Show trucks shine in bright MATS spotlight
The show truck season kicked off this week at the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky, with dozens of trucks competing in the annual PKY Truck Beauty Championship.
March 28, 2025
Regulations
Bill to repeal 12% tax on trucks revived in Congress
Members of Congress are once again attempting to repeal the 12% Federal Excise Tax on new truck and trailer purchases. Also: Wyndham Hotels offering rewards program, partnership with Hotels4Truckers; Engine travel platform accepting Wex OTR cards.
March 28, 2025
Equipment
Kenworth sending off W900 with special Legacy Edition
Kenworth will produce 1,000 of the limited-edition W900 units, serialized from No. 1,000 down to 0001. Also: Wabash's $462M "nuclear" verdict was reduced to $108M; group seeks extension of waiver from Clearinghouse regs.
March 27, 2025
Reader Rigs
Former HHG-hauling '01 T800 now pulling a dry box
The rig, powered by a 6NZ Cat with a 13-speed, boasts 1.67 million miles. Owner Chris DePuy said his "plan is to start restoring it as much as possible."
March 25, 2025
Equipment
Mack adds new axle, engine option for MD Series trucks
Mack is now offering a 23,000-pound rear axle and Cummins B6.7 engine with up to 325 horsepower on its Mack MD Series models.
March 25, 2025
Parking
NYC testing out paid truck parking, gets more time to end tolls
The city is adding 45 paid truck parking spaces across three boroughs as part of a pilot program. Also: DOT gives New York officials 30-day extension to end biz-district tolls; Bridgestone trailer tires recalled.
March 21, 2025
Regulations
More legislation takes aim at CARB emissions regs | Rapid-fire drug busts at border
Two bills in Congress would limit or eliminate the EPA's Clean Air Act waivers issued to California. Also: Truck tonnage showing signs of freight recovery; eight trucks busted in two days hauling cocaine across the border.
March 19, 2025
Equipment
Kenworth discontinuing W900 models, T800W and C500
Kenworth announced the end of production of the W900L, W900B, T800W and C500 models due to tightening emissions regulations and other issues.
March 18, 2025
Equipment
Diesel prices trending down in March
Over the last three weeks, fuel prices across the U.S. are down 15 cents, hitting the lowest weekly average of 2025 so far. Also: Highway Angels of the Year crowned; $2.4M meth bust in limes load; Pilot begins rollout of biodiesel.
March 18, 2025
Equipment
Kalmar Ottawa OT2 EV debuts with three battery capacities
The OT2 EV battery-electric yard tractor from Kansas-based Kalmar Ottawa debuted at TMC in Nashville, TN. We spoke to Eric Streich, manager of zero emission sales for Kalmar, about this tractor's many benefits.
March 11, 2025
Equipment
Kenworth intros driver assistance system options for T680s
The manufacturer is now offering three Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) options for T680 trucks. Also: Paccar Parts opens 11 new North American TRP locations; two pizza slices = free drink through May 12 at Pilot.
March 14, 2025
Voices
Mack Trucks through the years: Which model's your favorite?
Mack Trucks is celebrating 125 years building iconic models from the very beginning of motorized truck equipment. This brief survey asks for your No. 1 among the many, likewise any recollections of Macks you've owned or driven.
March 13, 2025
Custom Rigs
'Hen House' 2024 Pete 389 blends 'old-school look with a new-school attitude'
AN Transport driver Robert Baesel hauls platform freight in a conestoga with this 2024 Peterbilt 389, which features immaculate free-hand pinstriping all around.
March 13, 2025
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