To run a profitable last-mile delivery fleet, operators need to act on consumer-driven trends and measure key performance indicators around productivity, customer satisfaction, and revenue and cost.
May 16, 2021
In an interview with HDT, Volvo Group's CTO Lars Stenqvist explains his company's strategy for integrating hydrogen into a decarbonized supply chain.
May 14, 2021
Dry van trailer cargo decking systems can turn a trailer full of air into a bucket full of cash.
May 13, 2021
Success at last-mile delivery rides on fielding safety-focused and customer-oriented drivers.
May 11, 2021
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While some have predicted a cliff-event drop in spot rates like in 2018, there is evidence that we may instead see more of a contract rate extended plateau, similar to what we saw in 2011-2012, Jeff Kauffman suggests.
May 10, 2021
ESG stands for environmental, social, and corporate governance. Find out why HDT Editor in Chief Deborah Lockridge thinks fleets should take notice.
May 6, 2021
Fleets and service providers need to develop trusting relationships that include open, honest communication.
May 4, 2021
The challenges of the past 12 months have given delivery fleets many opportunities to learn, innovate processes, and grow.
May 3, 2021
DTE Energy has invested in simulators, training videos, and more to ensure its drivers are prepared for any situation.
May 3, 2021
Valuable time and money can be lost while awaiting replacement parts after a driveshaft fails. Choose a program that offers shipment of new driveshaft assemblies by the next business day to get commercial vehicles back on the road quickly.
April 30, 2021
Why was your truck put out of service? Answers to common questions about brake inspections.
April 30, 2021
The virtual conference presented deep dives on how data is fostering intelligent fleets. The seminars, panel discussions, and networking sessions covered connected cars, electrification suitability, OEM-embedded modems, telematics market trends, the rise of third-party data integrators, the migration to 5G, and video telematics.
April 28, 2021
ICYMI: A roundup of trucking industry news from Traton, Carrier Transicold, Rheintal, DHL Freight, Volvo Trucks, Tesla, SKF and more.
April 27, 2021
The number one thing that keeps drivers wanting to work at Grand Island Express is a culture that encourages driver feedback, and fleet leaders that act on it.
April 26, 2021
The school believes this digital hands-on experience will better prepare students for a career in the automotive world.
April 26, 2021