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Tesla Semi silences the haters by moving a heavy load? Maybe, maybe not
A new video of the Tesla Semi hauling the manufacturer's Model 3 EVs might shed some light on the closely guarded secret of the truck's payload capacity.
May 3, 2024
Court lays into trucker for laying on train horn, causing hearing loss
A Mississippi jury found the driver negligent, awarding more than $1.7 million in damages to the plaintiff. Also: New project deploying 30 hydrogen fuel cell-electric trucks at Port of Oakland; St. Christopher hosting virtual 5K to raise money.
May 3, 2024
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March 15, 2024
FirstElement Fuels' new hydrogen refueling station in the Port of Oakland is capable of supporting 200 heavy-duty commercial trucks per day
FirstElement Fuels and Hyundai Motor Company make waves with the first commercial hydrogen refueling station for commercial trucks and the largest deployment of Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell tractors in the United States.
April 25, 2024
Custom Rigs
MATS 'Build-Off': Kenworth K100 cabover restomod
One of the three trucks that competed in the Big Rig Build-Off at MATS, Johnson Hill Customs' 1980 Kenworth K100 is an impressive build for the invitation-only event.
May 2, 2024
Regulations
Congressional resolutions would kill EPA's latest truck emissions mandates
Legislation introduced in the U.S. House and Senate would, if passed, overturn the EPA's Phase 3 Greenhouse Gas emissions regulations on heavy-duty trucks.
May 1, 2024
Gear
Peterbilt intros new digital mirror supplements with internal monitors, other features
Peterbilt's Digital Vision System-Mirrors use three cameras -- one on the driver side and two on the passenger side -- with two large interior monitors.
April 29, 2024
Gear
Iowa Customs unveils new Peterbilt 589 product line
Custom products for the successor to the iconic Peterbilt 389 include air bag covers, air cleaner panels, battery boxes and slip covers, cab and cowl panels, grille inserts and more.
April 26, 2024
Regulations
New Jersey-based driver shut down after crash, multiple DUIs
A driver who rear-ended a car and fled the scene was later found and placed out of service, then violated that order and was found to be impaired. Also: Allison automatic transmissions added as International option; digital payments in Weigh My Truck.
April 26, 2024
Custom Rigs
From 'Career Gambler' to 'Triple Seven': Familiar 389 remade to fit new owner's style
Missouri-based Gary Jones bought the truck in December from its original owner, Arizona-based Dean DeSantis. Jones gave it his own flavor while still respecting the work done to it by DeSantis.
April 25, 2024
Regulations
More emissions-delete fines | CARB's new small-fleet electric truck finance effort
CARB's pilot program will offer financing opportunities with lenders for fleets of fewer than 20 trucks. Also: Diesel pickup dealership owner fined over emissions "deletes;" Mack, Volvo using renewable diesel for trucks rolling off assembly line.
April 24, 2024
Equipment
White House unlocking $1.5 billion to support zero-emission trucks
The plans made public Wednesday support President Biden’s plans for zero emissions freight corridors.
April 24, 2024
Regulations
Another state cracks down on predatory towing
Mississippi has enacted a new law that aims to cut down on predatory truck towing in the state, and bans boots and other devices. Also: Senators call on NHTSA to enhance regs around automated driving systems; truck tonnage dipped in March.
April 23, 2024
Reader Rigs
Owner-op trucks for family in his custom 2015 T660
David "BudMan" Singh has added numerous custom touches to his Kenworth and stainless reefer trailer combo, keeping on trucking in memory of his late brother and father.
April 23, 2024
Life
I-87 bridge work tying up traffic through 2025 | Three new Autocar recalls
Bridge work on I-87 in New York will impact traffic through next summer on the Thruway. Also: Autocar recalls trucks for three separate issues.
April 22, 2024
Reader Rigs
Independent's big-bunk '98 379
Barry "B.J." Lefroy owns and operates the rig, which boasts a 140-inch ICT sleeper. Lefroy hauls from Alabama to California.
April 19, 2024
Custom Rigs
Third-generation owner-operator's beautifully-rebuilt 1990 Kenworth W900L
After the truck was retired about three years ago, owner Joel Anker had it rebuilt into a show truck. The hard work paid off, with a fifth-place finish in the Limited Mileage -- Bobtail with Miles class at MATS in March.
April 18, 2024
Regulations
Lawmakers override guv's veto, clearing autonomous-vehicle path | Long-term I-840 lane closure
The bill, previously vetoed by KY Gov. Andy Beshear, allows autonomous vehicles without a driver to operate in the Bluegrass State. Also: Long-term I-840 lane closure due to bridge strike in TN; spot rates update; FL denied CDL testing flexibility; more.
April 17, 2024
Regulations
Inspectors ask FMCSA to alter inspection report requirements
CVSA wants FMCSA to remove the requirement that carriers return inspection reports to the issuing agency within 15 days certifying that all violations have been corrected, calling the requirement “antiquated and redundant.”
April 17, 2024
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