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Life: Page 5

Life
'Inattentive' truck driver blamed for fatal 2023 truck-bus crash
That inattention in part yields further NTSB recommendation for forward collision warning systems and automatic emergency brakes on trucks. Also: Maryland installing truck speed warning sign along I-68; latest Highway Angel.
October 3, 2025
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Overdrive Extra
Last cafe for 1,200 miles -- Lyman, Wyoming: Report
Long Haul Paul wondered how far EB on I-80 he might have to haul to find another spot like the Cowboy Cafe in Lyman. Another 1,200 miles to Illinois, a friend said, prompting this appreciation, and lamentation for his generation in contemporary roadside culture.
October 3, 2025
Parked up at the Cowboy Cafe, Lyman, Woming
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March 24, 2025
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Regulations
ICE and Oklahoma's I-40 raid: Trump's immigration crackdown sets sights on trucking
A recent ICE raid on I-40 in Oklahoma left 90 CMV drivers arrested and their trucks impounded. Oklahoma says this is just the start as the feds and the state gear up for more.
October 2, 2025
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Regulations
Washington admits mistake in issuing Harjinder Singh and 685 other non-citizens full-term CDLs
Washington said untrained staff led to Harjinder Singh, the driver behind the triple-fatal Florida Turnpike crash, to getting a full-term CDL along with 685 other similarly situated applicants since 2018.
October 1, 2025
Dashcam footage shows the moment just before Harjinder Singh's reckless U-turn ended three lives.
Life
Crash-victims advocates call for truck-safety reforms in D.C.
Crash-victims advocacy group the Truck Safety Coalition highlighted the states with the highest truck crash fatality rates based on population. Also: Lawmakers look to cut red tape for farmers during harvest; C.H. Robinson names 2025 Carrier of the Year award winners.
September 30, 2025
According to the report, the 'deadliest dozen' states, in order, are Wyoming, New Mexico, Mississippi, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Idaho, Nebraska, Arkansas, Kansas, Montana, South Dakota, and Alabama.
Truck Stops
Truckers Paradise staff reportedly facing payroll delays
Reports suggested payroll delays were prompting the ire of some of the new truck stop's employees. The company CEO pledged make it top priority to ensure employees are paid.
September 26, 2025
The Truckers Paradise lot features these spacious pull-through spots.
Custom Rigs
Guilty by Association Truck Show rolls into Joplin
One of the trucking industry's biggest events, the biennial GBATS at 4 State Trucks in Joplin, Missouri, is officially under way at Exit 4 off I-44. Scenes from the show here with some standout trucks from the show's first day.
September 26, 2025
David Foster's 2005 Kenworth W900 is quickly approaching the 2 million miles mark with more than 1.8 million behind it today.
Equipment
Trump imposing 25% tariff on trucks | Driver in TX crash indicted for felony manslaughter
President Trump announced Thursday that, effective Oct. 1, the U.S. will levy a 25% tariff on imported heavy-duty trucks. Also: Felony manslaughter charges for driver in fatal I-35 crash.
September 26, 2025
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Life
Landstar owner-op wins new Freightliner in 52nd truck giveaway
Landstar-leased owner-operator Christian Sanchez Cantù won a 2026 Freightliner Cascadia in the company's 52nd giveaway. Also: Four military veterans named finalists for Transition Trucking rookie trucker award; latest Highway Angel.
September 25, 2025
Landstar President and CEO Frank Lonegro, left, awards truck winner and Landstar owner-operator Christian Sanchez Cantù with the keys to his new rig.
Regulations
California defies DOT's 30-day deadline for ELP enforcement, faces $30M funding loss
California and Washington face losing millions in federal funding for failure to enforce English language rules for commercial truck drivers. U.S. DOT has remained silent.
September 25, 2025
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Channel 19
Ice Road Truckers' new season delivers the goods
A sneak peak at Episode 1 of Ice Road Truckers shows veteran drivers Todd Dewey and Lisa Kelly return to the saddle in a love letter to the trucking trade.
September 19, 2025
Here two of Muskie Creek's trucks stage for a rough trip over on Ice Road Truckers' triumphant return to TV.
Life
Cargo theft explosion: What is to be done? DOT wants to know
The U.S. DOT is requesting stakeholder feedback on cargo theft and ways to tackle it, including how to close loopholes that allow carriers to operate under different names after being removed from service. Also: Another bill takes aim at frivolous lawsuits; Mack Anthem now in company's Truck Builder online tool.
September 18, 2025
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Overdrive Extra
Throw out your GPS: Trucking trip planning the old-school way
Eric Schmidt is convinced that GPS kills brain cells and recommends an old-school but practical way to meticulously plan trips: An atlas, a truck stop book, a few notebooks and the old CB radio.
September 17, 2025
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Life
Florida trucking company owner charged in truck, trailer theft scheme
Florida officials allege the trucking company owner was involved in a scheme to conceal stolen trucks and trailers with fraudulent VINs and falsified titles. Also: Group opposing heavier trucks cautions Congress ahead of next highway funding bill; new multimodal coalition established to modernize freight movement.
September 16, 2025
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Life
Regulators, industry celebrate appreciation week with HOS flexibility emphasis, events, deals
Thank you, truckers! From the DOT announcing the launch of two hours-of-service-focused pilot programs, to events being held around the country, trucking is celebrating truck drivers during the annual National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, ongoing through Saturday.
September 15, 2025
This banner is on display at U.S. Department of Transportation headquarters in Washington, D.C., this week in honor of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week.
Equipment
Legislation aims at 'lawsuit abuse' that targets truckers | 14K KWs caught up in digital-dash recall
The bill would give federal courts jurisdiction in cases about crashes with trucks involved in interstate commerce seeking more than $5 million. Also: 14K Kenworths recalled over digital dashboard glitch; Love's reopens Oklahoma location, opens new Texas stop; Orange EV terminal tractors recalled.
September 15, 2025
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Regulations
New bill looks to ensure compliance with 28-hour rule for livestock haulers
Bill sponsors say enforcement of the law for interstate livestock transport has been lax, and the legislation would require a new mechanism to monitor compliance. Also: Big I-40/U.S. 93 interchange project is halfway done; latest Highway Angel.
September 12, 2025
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Electronic Logging Devices
Judge rules on patent infringement complaint between ELD/telematics providers Samsara, Motive
A U.S. International Trade Commission judge has issued a preliminary determination in a case in which Samsara alleged patent infringement by Motive. Also: Truck driver pleads guilty to smuggling Mexicans in U.S. illegally; ATRI opens new research into entry-level drivers.
September 11, 2025
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Business
10,000 CDL drivers out-of-service for ELP: Where's the rates bump?
Are 10,000 drivers really sidelined after ELP violations? Or are some states letting them go? Overdrive finds the real story.
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Regulations
Trump orders change to marijuana regs: What truckers need to know
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