Trucking

What is shipping visibility and why is it important? It’s more than just a fancy industry term. Shipping visibility technology companies are making a big push for increased transparency. And in today’s supply chain, transparency is more important than ever. The question is, how does shipping visibility impact trucking companies? Visibility solutions are evolving from … Read more

Feeling powerless doesn’t feel good, but we’ve all experienced it at some point. Nothing seems to be in your control anymore. Because of that, you might feel like there is nothing you can do. A lack of power can be particularly troublesome for long haul truckers, especially those who still rely on standard batteries and … Read more

As you know, here at the QuickTSI blog, we endeavor to provide you with only the most up to date information. That’s why we wanted to take a moment in today’s blog post to talk about one of the most pressing issues of the day: The war in Ukraine. Let’s take a step back and … Read more

Certainly, there are cons to every pro, and there are many reasons why conducting your preventative maintenance in-house carries some downsides. When a trucking company manages preventative maintenance in-house, there is a lot to consider when it comes to accountability and documentation. Who keeps track of vehicle mileage, maintenance dates, and specific maintenance actions taken? … Read more

Fleet managers know the struggle of managing maintenance data. With so many new technologies and devices now sending data from the truck to the shop, managing it all can be a big headache. It won’t be long before you notice a significant gap in your fleet management duties. Budget items will run together, and you’ll … Read more

How long has it been since you last inspected your heavy-duty truck battery? Why? Because if you give your batteries diligent care, they will take care of you. Battery maintenance should be about more than just occasionally checking connectors for tightness and casually looking for outward signs of corrosion. While this should be part of … Read more

Fleet managers see it all. No matter the size of the trucking company, they are the ones creating the processes and procedures, fixing vehicles, and keeping trucks on the road. They do the job that ensures freight gets moved from one place to the next. They manage many thousands of trucks across the country. Still, … Read more

Recruiting and retaining drivers continues to be a problem well into 2022. Fleet managers at truckload carriers both large and small struggle with finding the right people and keeping them. Fortunately, compliance technologies are available to help make that job easier. Increasingly, prospective truck drivers want to work with companies that have a truck driver-first … Read more

As on-highway fleets transition from traditional diesel and compressed natural gas, to ultimately electric or hydrogen-powered vehicles, maintenance procedures and technicians will need to keep up with the changes. Early hype and buzz around the development of alternative vehicles and fuels has often centered around asset procurement, vehicle performance, grid infrastructure, and the truck driver … Read more

Do you know the signs of burnout? Many fleet managers put a focus on health and wellness – and so they should – but far too few talks about burnout. Burnout is a major problem and direct outgrowth from excessive stress. Truck drivers who experience burnout are subject to stress factors not always in their … Read more