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SponsoredJuly 28, 2021

Getting Back to the Basics on Electrical Maintenance

Are fleets doing enough to keep their technicians ahead of the rapidly steepening technology learning curve? Larry Rambeaux of Purkeys Fleet Electric in Rogers, Arkansas worries truck fleets could soon face a skills deficit as truck electrical systems grow ever more complex.

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PodcastsJuly 28, 2021

Learn to Master the Downsped Driveline

Engine downspeeding is an elegant way of reducing fuel consumption, and thus CO2 emissions. But if drivers don’t embrace it or won’t use the technology properly, nobody sees its full benefit. Jamie Hagen of Hell Bent Xpress in Aberdeen, South Dakota is an expert on the gear-fast, run-slow concept. He shares his experience learning to love trucking at 900 rpm.

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PodcastsJuly 27, 2021

GHG Phase 2 Will Change How We Build Diesel Engines

Phase 2 of the EPA and NHTSA Greenhouse Gas Emissions regulations will change the way fleets spec heavy trucks. The rule calls for a reduction in carbon emissions, or a boost to fuel economy, of 25% by 2027. Dr. Mihai Dorobantu, the Eaton Vehicle Group’s director of Technology Planning and Government Affairs, joins us to explain some of the advanced technologies we’ll need to meet the requirements, and how they work.

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NewsJuly 23, 2021

FMCSA to States: Phase Out Paper CDL Disqualifications

A final rule issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration revises existing regulations to require that states implement a system and practices for the “exclusively electronic exchange” of driver history record information through the Commercial Driver's License Information System.

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Articlesby David CullenJuly 22, 2021

Did FMCSA get Hours of Service Right This Time?

Did FMCSA get its revisions to the Hours of Service rule right this time? To find out, HDT Talks Trucking put that question to Jerad Childress of Childress Law PLLC and Truck Safe Consulting and to Chris Woody, safety manager for Nashville-based M&W Logistics.

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Newsby David CullenJuly 22, 2021

Study: The Dangers of Distracted Truck Drivers

The most distracted truck drivers are nearly 72% more likely to be involved in a “near collision” than other drivers, according to new data insights released July 22 by Omnitracs.

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Newsby StaffJuly 21, 2021

New Gamification Software to Improve Driver Fuel Efficiency

TruckLabs launched TripDynamics, a gamified software platform for driver engagement, real‐time feedback, and miles‐per‐gallon performance measurement.

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NewsJuly 21, 2021

Study: Foodservice Drivers Earn Far Above Average

The average annual wage for Class A CDL delivery drivers working in foodservice distribution now stands just shy of $70,000, according to a study released by the International Foodservice Distributors Association.

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Newsby StaffJuly 14, 2021

Non-Profit Aims to Train Next-Gen Truck Drivers, Techs

The Next Generation in Trucking Association has partnered with schools to provide commercial driver’s license and diesel technician training programs.

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Newsby StaffJuly 9, 2021

Werner Launches new App for Drivers

Werner Enterprises has a new app for its drivers, giving them and easy way to access trip details and load status, submit paperwork and more.

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