https://www.overdriveonline.com/equipment/article/15829429/diesel-shops-owners-fleets-pardoned-by-trump-after-emissions-delete-convictionsOverdriveen2026-07-07T16:24:01.000ZDiesel shops, owners, fleets pardoned by Trump after emissions ‘delete’ convictionshttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/shiny-engine.S3keMfrxvT.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70https://www.overdriveonline.com/small-fleet-champ/article/15754338/turnage-sons-milkhaul-balancing-act-small-fleet-champ-updateOverdriveen2026-07-07T16:16:00.000ZTurnage & Sons' size balancing act with organic bulk milk: Small Fleet Champ updatehttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2025/09/img-2149.vQpUsFhuVC.heic?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Robbie Turnage recently put a huge amount of work in this 1998 Peterbilt 379, "Twisted Tea." It's one of a handful of units in the fleet that are custom-built, show-quality power.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2025/09/img-0201.0kNJ0LEoLC.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Turnage's drivers take good care of his equipment, keeping it washed and staying on top of maintenance.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2025/09/img-0536.QAd9rSorAJ.heic?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2025/09/77817090485-a0f0070e-5e1a-4ffb-baca-3255de19c48c.1cA8EG2KYR.heic?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Milk-hauling Turnage & Sons LLC operates 29 trucks out of Tylertown, Mississippi, hauling organic milk from dairies nearby out to Georgia, Texas, Florida and elsewhere.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2025/10/mixcollage-02-oct-2025-08-19-am-1456.JDaewQwwpk.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Milk tanker-hauling Turnage & Sons LLC operates 33 trucks out of Tylertown, Mississippi, moving organic milk from dairies in region out to Georgia, Texas, Florida and elsewhere, even east L.A. in California today. Pictured above, with some of the company's equipment and logo, is father-son duo Robbie (left) and Levi Turnage, representing fourth and fifth generations in milk.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2025/10/small-fleet-champ-logo-2025-ovd.OyAWAymQDj.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Turnage & Sons would go on to be a <a href="https://www.overdriveonline.com/small-fleet-champ/article/15768558/four-trucking-companies-advance-to-small-fleet-champ-final-round">finalist in the 2025 Small Fleet Champ</a> competition. For 2026, <a href="https://www.overdriveonline.com/2026sfc">fleets of 3-30 trucks can enter through July 31 via this link</a>.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2025/10/nastc-logo.fo2ykGPZGC.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The National Association of Small Trucking Companies sponsors the Small Fleet Championship. Finalists receive a year's worth of membership in the association, with access to a myriad of benefits from NASTC's well-known fuel program to drug and alcohol testing services and much more. <a href="https://www.nastc-conference-live.com/event/2025/summary">All will be recognized at the association's annual conference</a>, where 2026 winners will be announced in late October in Nashville, Tennessee. <a href="http://nastc.com/">Find more about the association via their website.</a>https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2025/10/blue-tractor-with-turnage-tanker.vog2fwR3Nz.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/small-fleet-champ-logo-2026-ovd-outlined-1.Qvq4queF0P.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Enter to compete for one of two <a href="https://overdriveonline.com/2026sfc">Overdrive's 2026 Small Fleet Champ title belts at this link before the deadline July 31</a>.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/todd-dills-robbie-and-lori-turnage.4nwPCD5n58.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Robbie (right) and Lori Turnage onstage with <i>Overdrive</i> Editor Todd Dills at Small Fleet Champ sponsor NASTC's annual conference in Nashville in 2025. <a href="https://overdriveonline.com/2026sfc">Enter the 2026 competition by July 31 for a chance to be one of four finalists to make the trip to Music City</a> for the NASTC event in late October.https://www.overdriveonline.com/business/article/15829360/tql-to-argue-before-us-court-of-appeals-over-broker-transparencyOverdriveen2026-07-06T20:17:25.000ZTQL to argue before U.S. Court of Appeals over broker transparencyhttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/screenshot-2026-07-06-at-31704-pm.lUvt9pEqR6.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70https://www.overdriveonline.com/regulations/article/15829357/ice-lodges-detainer-for-truck-driver-accused-of-causing-fatal-crashOverdriveen2026-07-06T19:41:40.000ZICE lodges detainer for truck driver accused of causing fatal crashhttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/michael-bon.fusiLoIUCA.webp?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Michael Bonhttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/bon-crash-dhs.8N5lNrJeAC.webp?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Aerial view from a Pennsylvania DOT camera of the crash scene that resulted in the death of Pennsylvania State Trooper Michael E. Pahira Jr.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/bon-license.np0sgPTIuL.webp?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Bon held a CDL from Massachusetts and, according to DHS, was released into the United States by the Biden Administration in July 2024. He then filed an application for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) in October 2024, and it was never granted, DHS added.https://www.overdriveonline.com/regulations/article/15829337/broker-transparency-other-trucking-rules-2026-timelinesOverdriveen2026-07-06T19:29:17.000ZBroker transparency, AEBs, EPA emissions: When new rulemakings are expectedhttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/trucks-highway-adobestock-1199447284.GS3S79F0e9.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70https://www.overdriveonline.com/business/article/15829078/new-bizratesanalysis-tools-in-loadpay-digital-banking-appOverdriveen2026-07-03T14:41:32.000ZNew biz/rates-analysis tools in LoadPay digital banking apphttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/loadpay-header.G1zv9alcqY.webp?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The LoadPay card is a direct-debit card for use of funds from an owner-operator's LoadPay account. <a href="https://triumph.io/solutions/loadpay/">Find the service website via this link.</a> Owner-operator Bostick noted he utilizes a <a href="https://triumph.io/carrier/discount-fuel-program/">Triumph fuel card</a> that's loaded easily from with the LoadPay application. David Vielehr flagged other fuel cards from <a href="https://rxo.com/carriers/rxo-extra/fleet/fuel-card-program/">RXO</a>, TCS and others also easily loaded there.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/loadpay-app.ex9Fmgl1oQ.webp?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The look and feel of the app most owner-operators will find familiar, like a full-featured application from your bank but with owner-op-specific tools built in. Noted owner-operator Bostick, "it’s a banking app, yes. That's exactly what it is."https://www.overdriveonline.com/regulations/article/15829249/international-cargo-theft-ring-busted-in-new-yorkOverdriveen2026-07-03T14:28:35.000Z'International' cargo theft ring busted in New York | Road tax hike in N.M.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/cargo-theft-broken-seal-adobe.Hui3k4tyHC.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/mcso-arrest.k9nfEz07lh.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Ashton Jammer (left) was arrested for DWI and truck driver Ian Perez (right) was arrested after striking a sheriff's deputy responding to the DWI scene at roadside.https://www.overdriveonline.com/pride-polish/article/15829238/celebrating-americas-250th-patriotic-rigs-for-july-4Overdriveen2026-07-03T14:14:02.000ZCelebrating America's 250th: Patriotism, plenty pride for July 4https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/burleson-interior.nAeSb48Z5S.avif?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70But inside, it's clear as day with the American flag painted on the floor. In the engine compartment, the fan blades are painted with stars to continue the theme.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/freedom-250-peterbilt-589-1.2Qa2hXdEro.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Earlier this year, Peterbilt Motors Company <a href="https://www.overdriveonline.com/equipment/article/15825917/peterbilt-launches-limitededition-freedom-250-589">unveiled its limited-edition "Freedom 250" 589 model</a>. Only 250 of the special units are being built.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/allen.CjgHd3tL37.avif?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The inclusion of Karmak president and CEO <a href="https://www.overdriveonline.com/reader-rigs/article/15542775/international-coe-freedom-truck-honors-veterans">Jim Allen's "Freedom Truck"</a> is self-explanatory -- just look at that scheme!https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/hartwick.IalZ1G9cw4.avif?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Finally, last but not least, <a href="https://www.overdriveonline.com/voices/video/14893223/1978-w900a-transformed-into-patriotic-hot-rod">Brad Hartwick's 1978 Kenworth W900A</a> hot rod, with graphics featuring the American flag, U.S. Constitution, Bill of Rights and more.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/burleson.LHTcnkyAcH.avif?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Another rig that may not immediately make you think "patriotic" is this <a href="https://www.overdriveonline.com/pride-polish/video/15663301/2019-pete-389-glider-pays-tribute-to-owners-trucking-mentors">2019 Peterbilt 389 owned by Robert Burleson</a>, owner of North Carolina-based Jack Hicks Inc.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/kenworth-touramerica-w9.KrtfJuJniO.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Likewise, Peterbilt's sister company Kenworth is <a href="https://www.overdriveonline.com/equipment/article/15821940/kenworth-celebrates-americas-250th-with-reimagined-touramerica-paint-scheme">celebrating America's 250th with a reimagined "TourAmerica" paint scheme</a>, originally featured on mid-1990s T600 models. The new commemorative scheme is available on Kenworth T680, W900L (pictured), W990 and T880 models.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/parsley.SR2ysESqHo.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The truck itself doesn't feature patriotic graphics, but owner <a href="https://www.overdriveonline.com/pride-polish/article/15814524/heavy-hook-peterbilt-389-crowned-pride-polish-champ">Clifton Parsley's "Heavy Hook" 2024 Peterbilt 389</a> tow truck can be seen at various truck shows throughout the year hoisting Old Glory high above the parking lot.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/mack-america-250.S1zBKVhvou.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Just this week, Mack Trucks debuted a limited-edition America 250 tribute truck, a custom-wrapped Mack Pioneer honoring the company’s deep roots and its longstanding role in helping move the country forward. A bold “eagle” flag treatment runs along both sides of the truck, creating the impression of the American flag flying down the road, and the themes “250 Years of Freedom” and “America 250” are featured prominently in recognition of the national milestone.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/kunesh.DnHCABCT6T.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70DSD Transport's <a href="https://www.overdriveonline.com/pride-polish/video/15708330/small-fleet-dsd-transports-fullcustom-2024-peterbilt-389">2024 Peterbilt 389, driven by Sy Kunesh</a>, features some subtle interior touches, as shown in the next photo, that showcase the owners' and driver's American pride.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/van-kampen.EyrscQZEa1.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The last time the United States celebrated a milestone birthday, in 1976, Kenworth introduced a limited-edition W900 Bicentennial model. Shown here is one such unit <a href="https://www.overdriveonline.com/pride-polish/video/15288664/jay-van-kampens-1976-kenworth-w900-bicentennial">owned by Jay Van Kampen</a>.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/kunesh-pledge.JWPnPRKKNt.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The floor plate features the American flag with the Pledge of Allegiance written out under it.https://www.overdriveonline.com/equipment/article/15829205/mack-debuts-patriotic-pioneer-to-celebrate-americas-250thOverdriveen2026-07-02T20:09:13.000ZMack debuts patriotic Pioneer to celebrate America's 250thhttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/harry-gough.UAGhKq2RDW.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Harry Goughhttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/mack-america-250.VD5JBbq8uw.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70The truck pays tribute to the spirit of freedom, strength and pride that has shaped the nation's history, the company said.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/mack-250.mX9rzrj85c.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Drivers traveling along I-40 will be able to see the truck from the highway, and visitors are welcome to stop by Mack's visitor parking lot to view the truck up close and take photos.https://www.overdriveonline.com/electronic-logging-devices/article/15829225/white-label-eld-cheater-network-uncovered-in-nmfta-researchOverdriveen2026-07-02T19:52:12.000Z'White label' ELD cheater network uncovered in NMFTA researchhttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/screenshot-2026-07-02-at-31229-pm.KVyTNS7nmg.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70https://www.overdriveonline.com/business/article/15829097/volumes-boom-diesel-fizzles-fireworks-hit-the-spot-market-before-july-4Overdriveen2026-07-01T20:13:44.000ZVolumes boom, diesel fizzles: Fireworks hit the spot market before July 4https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/screenshot-2026-07-01-at-24027-pm.0PEeCqF1kt.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70https://www.overdriveonline.com/hours-of-service/article/15829087/stay-vigilant-for-cargo-thieves-through-july-4-holidayOverdriveen2026-07-01T19:34:51.000ZLatest HOS relief petitions | Stay vigilant for cargo thieves through July 4 holidayhttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/verisk-cargonet-4th-of-july-2026.dcNshhg8tX.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70CargoNet analyzed 256 thefts, occurring between July 1 and July 7 from 2021 through 2025. It found July 3 -- this year falling on Friday, a federal holiday -- had the most theft activity during that period before dipping the subsequent two days.https://www.overdriveonline.com/business/article/15829037/prime-inc-sues-irs-for-11m-in-reefer-fuel-tax-refundsOverdriveen2026-07-01T15:02:18.000ZPrime Inc. sues IRS to recover $11M in reefer fuel taxeshttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/07/prime-inc-truck-adobestock-479604037-editorial-use-only.BCtZCTPlF5.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70https://www.overdriveonline.com/regulations/article/15828980/ch-robinson-dropped-from-lawsuit-over-triplefatal-florida-turnpike-crashOverdriveen2026-06-30T20:16:42.000ZC.H. Robinson dropped from lawsuit over triple-fatal Florida turnpike crashhttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/06/court-gavel-adobestock-212308127.hIhZ41ombZ.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70https://www.overdriveonline.com/trucker-of-the-year/article/15828710/independent-trucker-ruben-dotto-builds-biz-longevityOverdriveen2026-06-30T19:29:35.000ZSouth America to Central Florida, independent trucker builds biz for longevityhttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/06/mixcollage-26-jun-2026-10-03-am-789.fn7gByLrIC.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Florida-headquartered owner-operator Ruben Dotto operates his GIG Logistics one-truck business with authority. The June Trucker of the Month's story is one of persistence, self-taught DIY mechanical knowhow, and real sales through service.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/06/ruben-dotto-volvo-in-dry-dock.6TsuRfrbhC.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Grantham and company would actually purchase Dotto's previous tractor and one of his step decks, pictured here when still under GIG's ownership. The load there was quite a memorable one for Ruben and Michelle, then teaming -- a big tranmission part for the pictured ship in a Gulf Coast dry dock.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/06/ruben-after-pressure-washing-under-truck-and-trailer.EeCfMSHvjW.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Owner-operator Dotto here is pictured after a day spent up under the KW and step deck with a pressure washer.https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/06/2009-kenworth-t660-bentz-super-sleeper.ZNGGrP0fGi.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/06/ovd-logo-2026truckeroftheyearlogo-1225-med.8Y41oo8gUH.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Owner-operator Dotto joins fellow Truckers of the Month in competition for <i>Overdrive</i>'s 2026 Trucker of the Year award. <a href="https://overdriveonline.com/toptrucker">Nominations are open for exceptional owners,</a> whether leased or independent (up to three trucks). <a href="https://overdriveonline.com/toptrucker">Enter your own or another owner-operator business you admire via this link.</a>https://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/06/driving-concentration-ruben-dotto.vCdnM5fctZ.jpg?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70Ruben Dottohttps://www.overdriveonline.com/regulations/article/15828941/new-large-truck-crash-stats-fatalities-trending-down-despite-nondomiciled-influxOverdriveen2026-06-30T19:06:11.000ZNew truck crash stats show safety improved, even with more non-domiciled CDL drivershttps://img.overdriveonline.com/mindful/rr/workspaces/default/uploads/2026/06/screenshot-2026-06-30-at-123022-pm.erz2LNH3LN.png?auto=format%252Ccompress&q=70