Jack Roberts

Executive Editor

With nearly three decades covering trucking, Jack Roberts is known for reporting on advanced technology, such as intelligent drivetrains and autonomous vehicles, in an industry being transformed by technology.

In his Truck Tech blog, he offers his insights on everything from the latest equipment, systems and components, to telematics and autonomous vehicle technologies. A commercial driver’s license holder, he also does test drives of new equipment and covers topics such as maintenance, fuel economy, vocational and medium-duty trucks and tires.

He has been covering trucking since 1995.

Truck Tech•by Jack Roberts•July 3, 2019

Let’s Put our Wounded Warriors Behind the Wheel

Amazing advances in autonomous technology and prosthetic limbs mean a virtually untapped pool of potential truck drivers is out there, just waiting for a chance to go to work.

Articles•by Jack Roberts•July 3, 2019

Dealing With the Dark Side of Social Media

Many executives fear social media because of the damage an irate poster can inflict. But if handled properly, even bad posts can be a good thing for your fleet. (Part of a three-part series on how fleets can use Facebook to recruit and retain drivers.)

Articles•by Jack Roberts•July 1, 2019

Q&A: Real-Time Tracking with Atomic Clocks – LocatorX's Fletcher

A new startup company is using atomic clock nanotechnology in ways it says can transform real-time locating capabilities for fleets. President and CEO Scott Fletcher explains how.

Truck Tech•by Jack Roberts•June 28, 2019

Knights of the Highway

One upon a time, it was a standard fleet practice for truck drivers to stop and render aid to stranded motorists. And that memory still lingers in our collective consciousness, Jack Roberts notes in his Truck Tech blog.

Articles•by Jack Roberts•June 27, 2019

How to Recruit Truck Drivers Through Facebook

Smart fleets are using Facebook to expand their talent pool for new drivers and keep the ones they have. First in a three-part series with tips on how to use Facebook to recruit and retain drivers, as well as dealing with the negative aspects that come along with a vibrant social media presence.