
With an early fall and winter predicted by more than one weather service, one heavy-duty-vehicle lift manufacturer recommends 10 tips to improve safety for fleet technicians on the shop floor.
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While roller floor systems are often found in the air cargo sector, a number of other fleets use them to cut loading and unloading times.
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Peterbilt pushes the long-haul space and luxury envelope with its latest Model 579 incarnation.
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FMCSA's Compliance, Safety, Accountability enforcement regime has been under attack for numerous shortcomings since it rolled out in 2010. Now, CSA is being significantly revamped on recommendations from the National Academy of Sciences. We have some highlights on what to expect.
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The way the shop is laid out and equipped can contribute to technician efficiency, safety, and satisfaction.
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Spread-axle and multi-axle trailers are really hard on tires. There are tire designs and retreads that are tailored specifically for these applications.
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Today, technologies can monitor and report on a variety of things such as tire pressure, box temperature, reefer condition, and battery levels, that can be reported directly to fleet managers in real time. So how do you know if these technologies are right for your fleet?
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How does a self-driving truck get dispatched? What happens when it breaks down? If a receiver keeps it sitting waiting to unload? When it encounters a four-way stop or a policeman directing traffic? These questions and more were explored during a panel discussion at the McLeod Software 2018 User Conference.
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Trucking companies care about driver turnover rates and safety, but many have yet to make the connection between these concerns and driver wellness, says this health and fitness professional.
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Hyliion’s hybrid-electric system makes the truck feel like you have only half a load in the box, says Equipment Editor Jim Park.
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