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Life: Page 7

Custom Rigs
Stars, Stripes and White Lines Truck Show returns for 2025
The second annual truck show is being held at EchoPark Speedway (formerly Atlanta Motor Speedway) this weekend, Nov. 7-8. It will feature the invite-only National Truck Show Championship, live entertainment and more with fundraising efforts going toward Wreaths Across America.
November 3, 2025
This pristine 1997 Peterbilt 379 was on display at the 2024 Stars, Stripes and White Lines Truck Show. Read more about the impressive unit here. The 2025 event is being held this weekend, Nov. 7-8.
Life
I-90 back open after bridge strike, yet closures loom
After a bridge strike last week, the I-90 WB lanes are open in Washington state, but closures will occur down the line as full repairs to the overpass are made. Also: Driver caught with $3M in cocaine in truck in Arizona; Mack unveils breast cancer awareness Pioneer.
October 30, 2025
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'America's Best Drivers' and new NASTC Ambassadors: The 2025 small-trucking team
Meet NASTC's "America's Best Drivers" team, with a combined 585 years and 51M-plus accident-free miles of experience. NASTC also honored three initial inductees into a group it's calling its Transportation Ambassadors, who help reach the public with "a true image of what you guys are all about,” NASTC's president told small fleets and owner-operators.
October 30, 2025
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Life
Annual U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree Tour begins Saturday
Knight-Swift driver Michael Porter will pilot the 53-foot red fir affectionately nicknamed “Silver Belle” from Nevada to the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol over the next three weeks.
October 29, 2025
The 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree will be hauled by a Kenworth T680, provided by the manufacturer, sporting a newly installed graphics wrap to commemorate the occasion.
Regulations
Congressmen to DOT: 'CDL mills' probe should be high priority
A pair of Congressmen are calling on Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy to investigate so-called "CDL mills ... prioritizing volume over proper safety and training requirements." Also: Autonomous truck developer Aurora promotes a new "driverless" route in Texas; Volvo partners with pet-safety org to improve pets' OTR lifestyle.
October 29, 2025
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Life
I-90 WB closed in Washington | New ELP bill would require proficiency test for CDLs, renewals
A bridge over the westbound lanes of I-90 east of Seattle will be demolished after it was struck by an over-height truck. Also: Legislation introduced to require ELP tests for CDL applicants, renewals; Georgia-based truck driver faces charges following fatal crash.
October 24, 2025
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Regulations
California illegally issued non-domiciled CDL to Jashanpreet Singh days before I-10 crash: DOT
DOT drops a "bombshell" stating California outright ignored DOT's new emergency rule on non-domiciled CDLs and upgraded Jashanpreet Singh's CDL just 6 days before the I-10 crash. California fires back.
October 24, 2025
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Life
Southern California 'Singh Organization' cargo theft ring busted
Twelve individuals were charged and arrested for allegedly using legitimate trucking companies to get loads, then divert and steal the shipments instead of deliver them. Also: NTTC's brake-light exemption renewed; ATHS inducts four into Hall of Fame.
October 23, 2025
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Regulations
ICE reports 'disturbing trend of illegal aliens driving 18 wheelers' after California, Indiana crashes
After two deadly crashes two weeks in a row involving "illegal aliens driving 18 wheelers," ICE suggests something seriously wrong with the trucking industry.
October 23, 2025
Jashanpreet Singh (left) and Borko Stankovic (right) were both involved in fatal truck crashes within the last week and, according to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, were in the country illegally.
Regulations
ELP violators do worse at inspections, safety scores: Study
New research from a supply chain professor at the University of Tennessee found a clear correlation between English language proficiency violations and worse inspections and carrier safety scores in FMCSA's CSA system.
October 22, 2025
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Regulations
Lawsuit seeks to block DOT's purge of 194,000 non-domiciled drivers
Big unions representing teachers and government employees say the U.S. Department of Transportation is unfairly targeting the livelihood of immigrants with its push to revoke almost 200,000 non-domiciled CDLs.
October 21, 2025
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Regulations
California says English tests at roadside for truck drivers not needed after $40M DOT penalty
California responded to DOT pulling $40 million in funding by saying its licensing procedures ensure all California CDL holders have good English, and that roadside tests aren't needed.
October 17, 2025
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Last week to enter 'Flashiest Fleets' competition
Overdrive sister publication CCJ is accepting nominations for the contest, open to fleets of all sizes operating equipment ranging from small vans and pickups to tractor-trailers. Add your fleet to the mix with up to three images of your trucks and/or trailers.
October 17, 2025
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Regulations
Florida sues California, Washington for issuing CDLs to 'illegal alien' Harjinder Singh
Florida wants to take California and Washington to the Supreme Court after the "sanctuary" states issued CDLs to Harjinder Singh, whose illegal U-turn in Florida killed three.
October 16, 2025
Florida has been vigorously promoting the suit on social media and elsewhere with this flier, which doesn't mention Washington.
Regulations
AI-assisted truck inspections? Arkansas getting in the game for $2.7M | WB I-94 closure incoming
Arkansas is set to begin using AI to help streamline inspections in high-freight-traffic areas with weigh-in-motion sensors, tire monitoring, more. Also: State tumbling down HOS-enforcement rankings; I-94 closure upcoming; latest Highway Angels.
October 16, 2025
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Regulations
DOT penalizes California $40M over repeated refusal to enforce English language regs for truckers
DOT Secretary Sean Duffy called out California Governor Gavin Newsom for "obstructing federal law" by not enforcing English language requirements for truckers.
October 16, 2025
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Regulations
Bill to codify ELP requirements for truck drivers: Senate version
The bill is companion legislation to the "Connor's Law" that was introduced in the U.S. House earlier this year. Also: New insurance agency from a well-known source; truck parking info now available along I-5; Wreaths Across America needs your help.
October 15, 2025
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Life
Trucking TV host, Hollywood stuntman set out to re-create iconic 'White Line Fever' stunt
If you haven't seen the full classic "White Line Fever" film, there's a good chance you at least remember the iconic scene of the "Blue Mule" Ford cabover being jumped through a large sign. There's now an effort ongoing to re-create that stunt for the trucking film's 50th anniversary.
October 14, 2025
The July 1975 issue of Overdrive included an extensive feature on the film.
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Indiana wants to toll I-70, truckers' worst road in the nation
The state's application for a federal waiver to toll the existing interstate posits a possible 54-cents/mile toll for large trucks along the 156-mile entirety of I-70. In 2025, Overdrive readers named the Indiana route the worst haul road in the nation.
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Custom Rigs
Arkansas-based Jerry Whittmore's 2005 Peterbilt 379X a 'labor of love'
The Love's Travel Stop on Trinity Lane off I-65 in Nashville had an advertised credit price above $5/gallon Monday morning.
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