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Nikola reaches SEC settlement over $82M in fines following liquidation hearing
Nikola's $82 million SEC settlement likely signals the close of the electric commercial vehicle maker's turbulent and brief history.
September 11, 2025
Custom Rigs
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.
September 11, 2025
Equipment
Major truck OEM begins autonomous customer fleet trials
International Motors has launched fleet trials in partnership with autonomous truck tech developer PlusAI to test its autonomous on-highway tractor along I-35 in Texas. Also: Spot rates show little recent change; FMCSA ending acceptance of paper payments; more.
September 9, 2025
Reader Rigs
The flatbed-hauling 1987 Peterbilt 359 of Zebedee Steinmann
Powered by a Cummins N14 with a 13-speed transmission, the classic truck primarily moves flatbed freight, with the occasional RGN or reefer run.
September 9, 2025
Reader Rigs
Owner-operator Bobby Earl's 2015 Peterbilt 389 glider, in service
The ELD-exempt rig is powered by a Series 60 Detroit with an 18-speed and 3.55 rears. 43-year veteran trucker Bobby Earl had been eyeing the unit for a couple of years before he convinced the previous owner to sell it.
September 5, 2025
Custom Rigs
Tennessee-based small fleet car-hauler's 'Patriot' 2020 Peterbilt 389
Coupled with a Lohr head rack and stinger trailer, the car-hauling unit works within a 350-mile radius of Chattanooga, Tennessee. It features several custom touches, including the front bumper, fenders and visor, and 150 Dual Revolution lights.
September 4, 2025
Regulations
Will this deadly drug be added to truckers' drug-testing panel?
Under the proposal, DOT-regulated workers would be tested for fentanyl and norfentanyl in keeping with Department of Health and Human Services guidelines. Also: ATRI seeks input on top industry concerns; International MVs recalled; new Love's in Texas.
September 2, 2025
Reader Rigs
Custom '14 Peterbilt 389 glider hauls heavy
Heather Griffith drives this custom Detroit-powered 2014 Peterbilt 389 pulling RGN freight. The truck features several custom touches, including the grille and lights.
September 2, 2025
Custom Rigs
Ohio-based steel coil hauler's 'Bad Influence' 2013 Pete 389
Lois Yoder Trucking bought the 2013 Pete in 2024 and worked it for the year before pulling it off the road to touch it up and get it ready for the 2025 truck show season. The truck, originally built by A&A Stainless Steel, has picked up awards at multiple shows.
August 28, 2025
Regulations
Large truck fatal crashes: FMCSA to study contributing factors
FMCSA will collect data on key driver, vehicle, motor carrier, and environmental factors that may contribute to fatal crashes involving heavy-duty trucks. Also: Owner-op and small fleet-focused cybersecurity training course upcoming; Mack expands integrated telematics offering to Allison transmissions.
August 27, 2025
Gear
Ex-Guard launches grille guards for new Volvo models
The new grille guards are designed for the all-new Volvo VNR, along with the updated VNL. The guards are available in five models ranging from extreme-duty full protection to low-profile guards.
August 26, 2025
Regulations
California’s ‘smog check’ for out-of-state trucks: EPA proposes to disapprove
EPA's proposal would keep the Clean Truck Check regulation in place for heavy-duty vehicles registered in California, but would disapprove the reg's out-of-state and out-of-country applicability.
August 25, 2025
CSA's Data Trail
Toughest 10 states for brake violations as inspection blitz kicks off
Analysis of nationwide violation data shows the states where truckers can expect brakes inspections to feature the most intense scrutiny on the truck and trailer's stopping power.
August 22, 2025
Life
Driver named Goodyear Highway Hero after helping endangered person lying in road
J.B. Hunt driver Adam Medley is Goodyear's Highway Hero. Also: NTTC seeks extension of waiver for pulsating brake lights tanker trailers; Eaton Cummins celebrates production of 500,00th Endurant transmission.
August 22, 2025
Equipment
CVSA's tips for drums, rotors ahead of 2025 Brake Safety Week
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's Brake Safety Week inspection blitz, running August 24-31, will focus on the condition of the brake drums or rotors. This flyer walks through six inspection tips for truckers.
August 22, 2025
Gear
Buyers Products unveils lightweight aluminum fenders
Buyers Products
The fenders are built from high-strength, roll-formed aluminum and are designed to resist corrosion for use in harsh weather and high-moisture environments.
August 22, 2025
Equipment
Lift axles need regular axle care and then some
Lift axles help trucks move heavier loads, but without regular care, they could cause downtime.
August 21, 2025
Custom Rigs
Harlan Martin and 'Barney,' the purple 2023 Pete 389 with custom air ride, more mods
Owner-operator Martin combines whimsy and brawn in this custom 2023 Pete 389/2018 Eby livestock trailer combo. Custom-engineering, too, with his LB Customs side business: he designed the four-bag steer-axle air ride, likewise fender brackets over the drives.
August 21, 2025
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