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If there’s one thankless job truck equipment has, it’s the tires. They are the ones suffering the greatest amount of wear and tear. They are the pieces of equipment that must be replaced the most. A lot of factors go into overall tire cost and performance. We’ve discussed them in great length; from low-rolling-resistance to … Read moreHow Can You Measure Tire Cost Over The Long-Haul?
Everybody’s asking the same question: How do we find and retain drivers? I’m sure you’re tired of hearing about it. Heck, we’re tired of talking about it, but that won’t make it go away; fleets need to hire and retain truck drivers faster than they ever have before. The best way to do that is … Read moreEngaged Truckers To The Rescue
Although today’s fleets are more fuel efficient than ever, the push is on for even greener fleets. There are a number of reasons for the pressure – from regulations to technological necessity – but the fact remains: Going green is no easy thing. Deciding whether you are going to run a green fleet or not … Read moreIt’s Not Easy Being Green in Trucking
It’s true that 2015 has been a year of opportunities for trucking. But just as we’re talking about an industry hitting the $700 billion revenue target, headwinds remain. Freight demand is higher than ever, yet trucking is facing challenges on several fronts. Increased recruiting expenses, truck purchase and maintenance costs, regulatory burdens, and lost productivity … Read moreChallenges Facing Trucking in Late 2015
So, you want to be a truck driver? We don’t blame you. But it’s important to remember that driving a commercial vehicle requires a separate set of regulatory standards. One of the major differentiators is the insurance you are required to obtain. The government is very specific in the type of insurance required to operate … Read moreCommercial Vehicle Insurance 101
Are you looking to enter a secure, satisfying, and potentially lucrative career as a truck driver? If so, you may be wondering how to go about it. Don’t worry, we’re here to help. There are a lot of things that go into being a trucker, but first and foremost you will need a Commercial Driver’s … Read moreA Primer On The Commercial Driver’s License
We know what you’re thinking: Why are we talking about cold weather? It still is summer, right? Well, yes, but we’re in October now and fall is here. The autumn leaves are just around the corner, and in many parts of the country, winter weather will be setting in before we know it. Fleets must plan for … Read moreTruck Drivers: What Are Your Cold Weather Options?
It’s no secret that there is a shortage of qualified truck drivers in the United States. Truck drivers are retiring, drivers are choosing local driving positions over being on the road for long periods of time, and stricter regulations are taking many truck drivers out of the running for jobs. Economic Impact With fewer drivers … Read moreImpact of Commercial Truck Drivers Shortage
The past decade has seen trucks and trailers get hundreds of pounds heavier, mainly due to pollution-control equipment and larger radiators. In this environment, light weighting has become an easy way to pare some weight and save on fuel costs. The fact is, a lighter vehicle costs less to operate. The more payload can be … Read moreHow Can Light Weighting Work For You?
The debate between who is an owner-operator and who is a misclassified employee has been raging all year. It’s an issue that has been aggressively pushed by the Obama administration and labor unions. Now, new guidance from the Department of Labor (DOL) could end the use of truck drivers as independent contractors. Is this just … Read moreOwner-Operator Or Misclassified Employee?
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