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2023 SuperRigs calendar features trucks from 40th annual show
Hardworking owner-operators from across the United States and Canada compete annually for more than $25,000 in cash and prizes.
November 30, 2022
Cover of 2023 SuperRigs calendar
Musk tweets Tesla's Class 8 Semi makes 500-mile, 81,000-pound trip
The announcement comes as Tesla is set to deliver 15 Semis to Pepsi this week.
November 28, 2022
Tesla's Semi on the highway
Over 4,600 CMVs placed out of service in U.S. during Brake Week
In all, 13.6% of the 34,402 vehicles inspected in this country during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance's annual inspection blitz held Aug. 21-27 were placed out of service.
November 16, 2022
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Over 200,000 Freightliner & Western Star trucks recalled for brake issue
Daimler said repairs will be released in phases based on the location of the vehicle, and repairs will be performed by DTNA-authorized service facilities.
November 8, 2022
Red and white 'Recall' sign
Peterbilt unveils its entry in Energy Dept.'s SuperTruck II program
The goal of the SuperTruck II program, initiated by the U.S. Department of Energy, is to improve long-haul Class 8 vehicle freight efficiency.
November 1, 2022
Peterbilt's SuperTruck II demonstrator truck
Mark your 2023 calendars for CVSA's various enforcement efforts
There's plenty of time to prepare for Roadcheck and Safe Driver and Brake Safety weeks.
October 30, 2022
Officer inspecting big rig
Paccar announces recall of over 76,000 Peterbilts & Kenworths
The company said the 15-inch digital display may freeze and not display critical safety information.
October 26, 2022
Recall road sign
Just one week left to submit your fleet to Flashiest Fleets contest
If you’re proud of your fleet’s truck and trailer graphics, show them off to your peers by submitting your fleet to the contest.
October 24, 2022
Tractor-trailer on highway
Furniture giant latest company to use driverless trucks in Texas
IKEA pairs with Kodiak in a pilot program between a distribution center in Baytown and a store in Frisco.
October 18, 2022
Tractor-trailer at Ikea store
Averitt receives Clean Diesel Award from state trucking association
“We’re dedicated to improving the sustainability of our operations, and we will continue to seek innovative and creative technologies to reduce our impact on the environment.”
October 6, 2022
Two tractor-trailers on highway
CVSA announces inspection regime for autonomous commercial vehicles
The new program includes an enhanced inspection standard and procedure for carriers operating autonomous vehicles to follow.
October 5, 2022
tractor-trailer
Daimler, Navistar recalls prompted by steer axle issue
The problem could cause a sudden loss of steering.
October 4, 2022
Recall on pavement
Werner latest carrier to partner with self-driving truck firm Kodiak
"Working with Kodiak enables us to efficiently incorporate new technologies into our business while giving us a competitive edge."
September 29, 2022
Red Kodiak truck with Werner trailer
Over 6,800 International trucks recalled; connecting rod issue cited
Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Nov. 14.
September 27, 2022
International trucks logo
Possible steering loss issue leads to Western Star recall
The recall says the U-joint pinch bolt on the steering shaft in the affected trucks may detach, which can cause a loss of steering control.
September 21, 2022
Recall sign
Nomination process for Five Flashiest Fleets of 2022 is now open
The contest is open to fleets of all sizes operating equipment ranging from small vans and pickups to tractor-trailers.
September 19, 2022
tractor-trailer
Time to cast your votes in Overdrive's virtual Pride & Polish contest
This round of voting will determine the contest's finalists in seven categories.
September 14, 2022
Red truck
Autocar delivers first electric terminal tractor to major carrier
"Our engineers and technicians have designed and built a terminal tractor that offers the same reliability and durability as its diesel counterpart without a carbon footprint."
September 9, 2022
Autocar terminal tractor
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