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NewsMay 27, 2015

Truck Platooning Report Shows Fuel Economy Gains

A report on the first phase of research into the possible benefits of truck platooning technologies showed that all trucks in a platoon gained fuel efficiencies, with the lead truck gaining as much as a 5 percent improvement while the trailing truck got up to 10 percent improvement.

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ProductsMay 27, 2015

J.J. Keller Releases Cargo Securement Straps

J.J. Keller & Associates has launched a line of J.J. Keller private label cargo-securement straps as a an option for fleets looking to manage costs and maintain safety.

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Articlesby Jim ParkMay 26, 2015

It's National Tire Safety Week

Tire maintenance plays a big role in fleet safety and efficiency. Now is a good time to remind drivers and technicians about the importance of proper tire care.

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NewsMay 26, 2015

FedEx-Bus Crash Investigation Cites Fatigue as Possible Cause

The California Highway Patrol completed its investigation into a deadly collision between a FedEx vehicle and a tour bus, concluding that driver error – not environmental factors – caused the crash.

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Articlesby Denise RondiniMay 22, 2015

Commentary: We Can Do Better on Brakes

We've long been aware of the inadequacies of air disc brake training, particularly in the United States.

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Articlesby Jim BeachMay 21, 2015

Cameras in the Cab

Truck fleets are increasingly deploying in-cab video systems as part of their technological arsenal to increase safety and security.

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Articlesby Stephane BabcockMay 21, 2015

The Future of Visibility

While mirrors are here to stay, high-tech supplements are on the horizon.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeMay 20, 2015

Takata Airbag Recall May Include Some Commercial Trucks

Some commercial trucks may be among the vehicles in a massive recall of dangerously defective airbags, expected to be the largest recall in U.S. history.

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Videosby StaffMay 18, 2015

Video: In the Cab of Freightliner's Autonomous Truck

Look, Ma, no hands! In this "Focus On" video, HDT Equipment Editor Jim Park gets a front-seat view of Daimler Trucks North America's concept Inspiration Truck and the Highway Pilot autonomous control system in action.

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ArticlesMay 18, 2015

Commentary: The Powder Keg of Brake Slack Adjustment

There’s an epidemic of ignorance out there regarding brake slack adjustment It just won’t go away, might even be getting worse.

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