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All That's Trucking

Editor in Chief Deborah Lockridge's take on anything and everything related to trucking,

Deborah Lockridge

Editor and Associate Publisher

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Guest Voices

Guest Voices features contributed posts from members of the trucking and transportation industry on ...

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On the Road

Straight talk on trucking from a driver turned award-winning journalist.

Jim Park

Former HDT Equipment Editor

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Truck Tech

Insights on ground-breaking technical developments and trends in an industry being transformed by te...

Jack Roberts

Executive Editor

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Trailer Talk•by Tom Berg•July 31, 2018

Fleet Promotes Special Service with 'Slinger Jones' Commercials

A cartoon cowboy and catchy tune help sell a useful specialized truck body called a slinger for soil and mulch. Blog commentary by senior contributing editor Tom Berg.

Passing Zone•by David Cullen•July 25, 2018

Roadwork Ahead: NATSO Deconstructs Shuster Infrastructure Draft

NATSO has already posted a detailed analysis of the draft plan for infrastructure-funding reform just released by House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Chairman Bill Shuster.

Truck Tech•by Jack Roberts•July 25, 2018

Jeff Clark Runs Smart to His 10 MPG Goal

Jeff Clark finally hits his 10 mpg goal in grinding Midwest drop-and-hook tanker runs.

Truck Tech•by Jack Roberts•July 20, 2018

The Hyperloop Scoop

A whole new means of moving people and freight is quickly moving from concept to reality all around the globe.

Trailer Talk•by Tom Berg•July 19, 2018

Well Thought-Out Details on U-Haul’s Trailers

Senior Contributing Editor Tom Berg finds that U-Haul trailers are heavy but strong, and are also easy to use.

All That's Trucking•by Deborah Lockridge•July 19, 2018

What One Shipper is Doing to Address the Driver Shortage

It’s hard to ignore a headline like this: “Shippers Caused the Truck Driver Shortage.”

On the Road•by Jim Park•July 17, 2018

Thanks, CVSA, for the Positive Spin on Brake Defects

While the headlines might focus on the negative, the positive side of CVSA's Brake Safety Day inspection results show an industry that's made real strides toward safety. Blog commentary by Equipment Editor Jim Park.

Truck Tech•by Jack Roberts•July 10, 2018

A Fatal Vision of the Autonomous Vehicle Future

Naysayers insist accidents, injuries and fatalities show that autonomous vehicle research should be ended or scaled back. But history shows us a more likely path forward.

Trailer Talk•by Tom Berg•July 9, 2018

Taylor Swift’s Show Arrives Aboard 82 Semis

Big screens, monster speakers, structural steel members were among the items carried by big rigs to pop star Taylor Swift's Ohio stadium show. Tom Berg has more in the Trailer Talk blog.

All That's Trucking•by Deborah Lockridge•July 6, 2018

On Tariffs, Trade Wars, and Unintended Consequences

Trucking largely supported Donald Trump for president because of his promises to reduce regulation (which he’s been working on) and put in place pro-business policies (such as the tax cut.) But his trade war has a great many businesses concerned, if not up in arms – and it could even affect the economy.

Trailer Talk•by Tom Berg•June 29, 2018

Solar Panels on Trailers Could be a Good Idea

They don't save much fuel, but extend battery life for tractors and keep trailer lift gates ready to use.

All That's Trucking•by Deborah Lockridge•June 29, 2018

How Truck Platooning Could Help Reduce Crashes

Following too closely is a factor in 5% of truck crashes. Deborah Lockridge says reaction to her coverage of Volvo's platooning test illustrates why this is a problem. Can platooning technology help? More in the All That's Trucking blog.

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