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Parking
Baltimore officials eye severe truck parking restrictions in residential areas
A bill before the Baltimore City Council would restrict truck parking in residential areas and institute fines of up to $500 for violations. Also: Electric-truck charging hub can service 200-plus trucks a day; Mack launches new digital owner's manuals.
April 10, 2026
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Equipment
Kenworth celebrates America's 250th with reimagined 'TourAmerica' paint scheme
The new design pays tribute to the iconic mid‑1990s TourAmerica T600 paint scheme, reimagined and refined for modern production while preserving a recognizable heritage.
April 10, 2026
The commemorative paint scheme pays tribute to the mid-'90s 'TourAmerica' T600 paint scheme to celebrate America's 250th birthday. The availability of the paint scheme on the W900L could serve as an opportunity for owners to get one of the last of the models in the special paint scheme.
Custom Rigs
'Blue Collar Roots' Pete 379 pays tribute
The 2007 Peterbilt is a tribute to Bill Wallis, the founder of Wallis Oil Company, operating today across a variety of industries as the Wallis Companies. The MATS Big Rig Build-Off competitor's fully custom from the ground up, blending old-school and hot-rod styling.
April 9, 2026
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In-cab showers for the masses? Be Camper Sleeper's drive to deliver
What does a Ukrainian with RV-build experience do when his non-domiciled CDL gets pulled? In Ernest Kovalenko’s case, he starts a business to bring in-sleeper showers to standard-size sleepers. In Long Haul Paul's view long overdue, the conversion caused quite a stir at MATS.
April 8, 2026
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Regulations
FMCSA floats UCR fee hike for 2027 | Volvo recalls hit '25/'26 VNLs
The agency eyes a 20% boost in UCR registration fees in 2027 after fees were unchanged for 2026. Also: New Mexico inspection blitz results; Volvo VNLs recalled.
April 7, 2026
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Maintenance
Overlooked maintenance: Owner-ops stress tools for prevention
Commonly overlooked parts of truck and trailer maintenance saw detailed discussion by a panel of owner-operators of the Trucking Solutions Group. The MATS session featured real-world fixes for commonly missed items, and ways to keep track.
April 7, 2026
Toolkit
Equipment
'Like a cabover' with more side glass: Tesla Semi panorama, walkaround vid
Longtime CDL holder Jason Cannon, CCJ's editor and Overdrive contributor, finally got a close look at the tractor that's been "coming next year" for almost a decade. Walk through it with him in the video here.
April 3, 2026
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Custom Rigs
'Outta the Ordinary' 1985 Peterbilt 359 captures $20K MATS Build-Off win
Randy Menkel with Never Satisfied Builds and J&L Contracting said the 359 is about "98% customized" with intricate engine work, a totally new and custom interior, and so much more close attention to detail.
April 2, 2026
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Electronic Logging Devices
ELD tampering officially an out-of-service violation
As of April Fool's Day, CVSA's updated OOS criteria differentiates between traditional "false logs" viols and ELD tampering. Also: International, Ryder testing autonomous trucks on 600-mile Texas route; FMCSA provides additional data on rail crossing crashes; Ford Super Duty pickups recalled.
April 1, 2026
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Custom Rigs
PKY results: Never Satisfied Builds' 1985 Peterbilt 359 captures big Build-Off win
Dozens of other trucks were recognized in a variety of categories, including Limited Mileage Bobtail and Combo, Working Bobtail and Combo, and many more.
March 28, 2026
Randy Menkel and Never Satisfied Builds/J&L Contracting took home top honors in the 2026 Big Rig Build-Off at the Mid-America Trucking Show with their full-custom 1985 Peterbilt 359.
Equipment
Trump, EPA, Congress hope to save truckers billions with Diesel Liberation Act, new guidance
The White House, EPA, and Congress on Friday all acted to end the "ridiculous" requirement for DEF sensors.
March 27, 2026
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Gear
Big updates to B350, B450 headsets debut with MATS sneak peek
BlueParrott
Significant updates in features and noise-cancelation with processing are fast on the way for the new Pro B350 and B450 headset models from BlueParrott, the company's most popular OTR headsets. The new models will start shipping in May to truck stops nationwide.
March 26, 2026
The announcement came as truckers of all stripes were getting a sneak peak at the new Pro B350 and Pro B450 at the Mid-America Trucking Show. The two models represent the next generation of BlueParrot's most popular OTR headsets, said company product management director Dave Jaques.
Custom Rigs
Early scenes from MATS: Custom trucks put on a show
From brand-new 2026 units to rigs from the 1950s -- and everything in between -- truck enthusiasts are sure to find something on the lot that fits their style.
March 26, 2026
Never Satisfied Builds brought this custom 1985 Peterbilt 359 for its entry in the MATS Big Rig Build-Off. Sitting on a 320-inch wheelbase, the truck boasts a 650-hp 5EK Cat with an 18-speed and a 4-speed auxiliary and 3.70 rears.
Custom Rigs
Missouri owner-operator's eye-catching 2022 Kenworth W900L
The turquoise and hot pink stripes on the black base paint stand out and draw attention to the hard-working Kenworth, which runs reefer freight leased to Ozark Truck Lines in Springdale, Arkansas.
March 26, 2026
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Gear
FlowBelow wheel covers offer new easy access to tire air management
In partnership with Pressure Systems International, FlowBelow's new aero wheel covers extend the valve stems for both inner and outer tires, routing them through the center ring of the cover.
March 24, 2026
FlowBelow engineers partnered with P.S.I. to develop and supply the air line components required for the Easy Air Access system. Optional auxiliary valves allow for installation of tire pressure monitoring systems, and FlowBelow is offering P.S.I.’s TireView LIVE tire pressure monitoring system as an additional upgrade.
Equipment
24 states sue EPA over 'Endangerment Finding': Key pillar of trucking emissions regs
About half of the U.S. calls out EPA on climate change and emissions. Meanwhile, engine manufacturers plan to intervene on a mandate they say they have no control over.
March 23, 2026
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Equipment
Used trucks: Deals to be had on late-model sleeper tractors?
Prices for 2-year-old used trucks are down about $10,000 year-over-year, according to Price Digests data. Also: HOS and width/weight relief in Nebraska; Mack opens entries for 2027 calendar contest.
March 20, 2026
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Custom Rigs
CS Trucking's custom livestock-hauler 2024 Kenworth W900L
After 25 years in trucking, including 17 as an owner-operator, Iowa-based Joey Carola is now hauling livestock as a company driver for CS Trucking in this custom W900L.
March 19, 2026
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Top of the trucking heap: Owner-op John Penn, full interview from MATS show floor
Overnight Drive host Steve Sommers' full talk here with Overdrive Trucker of the Year John Penn, happy moments from the floor, and an equally happy oil-drain experiment 106,000 miles in -- and counting.
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Custom Rigs
'Blue Collar Roots' Pete 379 pays tribute
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Overdrive Extra
In-cab showers for the masses? Be Camper Sleeper's drive to deliver
Hey Bubba CEO Tapan Chaudhari, on the East Hall Pro Talks Stage at MATS in March.
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