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There’s no denying that a trucker’s job is demanding, not just physically but mentally. It requires a certain set of skills to do well, whether you are a man or woman. It is a high-stress job that hinges on excellent time management, good organizational and communication skills, expert knowledge of laws and regulations, a focus … Read moreTruck Driver Job Satisfaction and Weigh Station Bypassing

Are you ready to say, “No more!”? Say no more to deflated profits, excess fuel usage, accelerated tire wear, and unnecessary downtime? If so, you need access to a system that constantly monitors tire pressure, automatically keeps tires inflated, relieves pressure from overinflated tires and equalizes pressure across all wheel positions. [wp_ad_camp_2] Maximize tire life … Read moreKeys to Building an Effective Tire Management System

It was quite the year in 1975. Not only was the Vietnamese War in its final throes, but Jaws became the first blockbuster and the first movie on VHS tape was released. What was probably less talked about at the time was the Hazardous Material Transportation Act. The HMT Act was first approved to regulate … Read moreTrucking Companies Use Technology for Safer Hazmat Transportation

With 2021 now firmly behind us, it’s time to look ahead. What is in store for trucking companies and other players in the transportation sector in 2022? Furthermore, what is the market outlook? As companies make predictions, the year may turn out differently than most people think. Fortunately, the outlook is good. As we got … Read moreThe 2022 Outlook for Trucking Companies

Ask just about anyone and they will tell you they have seen the signs of a global supply chain crisis. The stacked containers at the Port of Long Beach and Los Angeles have been symbols of a long-simmering problem. For better or worse, the public is now aware of what the “supply chain” is and … Read moreHow Trucking Companies Use Different Distribution Center Models to Increase Efficiency

Starting a trucking company, much like so many other endeavors related to starting a business, requires capital. Many startups fail because business owners don’t line up the proper amount of financing to keep the business afloat as they grow and find more sources of funding. But what is a budding business owner to do to … Read moreTop Tips for Financing Your Trucking Company

It may seem like a hyperbolic question, but there is truth to it. As autonomous technology and electric truck adoption evolve, your good old-fashioned brakes will have to evolve as well. Why? Because autonomous vehicle control systems and battery-electric truck will place new demands on commercial air braking systems. Expect to see brake innovation on … Read moreHave We Seen the Last of Air Brakes For Big Rig Trucks?

Can you believe that 2022 is already upon us? Time certainly does fly, and this year feels like it flew by way too fast. Of course, the world is still dealing with a global pandemic, which alters our sense of time. Still, with 2022 just around the corner, many lament that too much was missed … Read moreTop Tips to Prepare Your Trucking Company for 2022

With the New Year is here, we wanted to take a moment to evaluate the various trends in heavy-duty trucking. For many decades, Class 8 commercial motor vehicles remained static in nature. Yet, in the past ten to twenty years, the arrival of electric vehicles and a global pandemic has changed the paradigm. [wp_ad_camp_2] Supply … Read moreHeavy-Duty Truck Trends to Watch for in 2022

If not, now is the time to prepare. New entry-level driver training requirements call for a wide variety of instruction covering seven topics. Do you know what those topics are? If you are a trucker or have truck drivers in your fleet, the new training requirements are must-know information. [wp_ad_camp_2] First, let’s talk about the … Read moreAre You Ready for the Entry-Level Truck Driver Training Rule?