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quicktsi A false log found itself in the tenth spot out of the top twenty truck driver violations in 2015. By mid-December over 31,500 violations had been reported. Motor carriers are liable for false logs filled out by truck drivers. As such, they need to have the means and methods in place to detect violations. The … Read more
Welcome to the final installment of our series where we have been taking an in-depth look at the special rigs on the road today. It’s been a fun journey through doubles, triples, oversized and low-clearance loads. Today we will close out our look at special rigs by focusing on the final members of the herd. … Read more
Welcome back to our three Part series where we take a look at the different types of special rigs, or non-customary tractor-trailer hook ups, are out on the road today. These are the vanguards of the road, rigs that require a special touch. In Part I we took a look at multiple articulation vehicles. Today … Read more
When it comes to trucking, most of us think of the standard tractor and box trailer. Sure, there are some regional variations, such as those with dry vans and reefers, but there are so many more combinations than those we are most familiar with. Today we are going to begin our three Part series on … Read more
We’ve been taking you on a comprehensive journey through the commercial motor vehicle (CMV). With so much ground already covered, we are continuing on through some of the most vital components of a CMV. Large commercial trucks are technologically advanced vehicles. But even as the digital age brings change to legacy components, it’s still important … Read more
As fleets continue to be driven by the need to lower costs and reduce maintenance expenses, the extended service diesel oil filter is getting another look. The fact is, oi filters play a crucial role in the life and health of your engine and use of premium heavy duty engine oil. But whether or not … Read more
No matter how technological and complex trucking becomes, trip preparation will always remain a critical component. After all, you need to be fully aware of where you are going and how you are getting there. Once your route has been verified, the next step is figuring out your route. These days, with the marriage of … Read more
Consider that 20 years ago we were using tires that today wouldn’t come close to making the grade. The stark evolution in trucking has been nothing short of amazing. In the 90s, tread designs had stagnated. There were basically two designs – rib or block. Today, tread designs are far more complex and sophisticated. You … Read more
We know, you’ve been hearing about it over and over again. But do you know what? There’s a good reason for it. Trucking cannot get away from technology. And as much as we would like to keep these static, tried-and-true, we can’t escape the digital grasp of technological innovation. As we’ve reported on before, there … Read more
In the last five years it’s likely you’ve seen an explosion of trailers sporting side skirts and tail fairings. In large part, the vast increase is a result of regulatory changes in the state of California. While there was some hand-flapping when it was introduced by the California Air Resources Board in 2009, it didn’t … Read more