Lucas Deal (CCJ)Lucas Deal joined Randall-Reilly in 2011 and serves as chief editor of Trucks, Parts, Service and content director, dealers. He can be reached at [email protected], and is on Twitter @lddeal85.Business3D printing could provide new layer of truck part availabilitySee how the truck parts industry could be revolutionized by 3D printing capabilities. Learn more about the innovative technology on Commercial Carrier Journal.April 22, 2019BusinessCalifornia high school program offers blueprint to combat technician shortageThis Calif. high school is working to combat the shortage of technicians in the trucking industry. See the technical education they are offering on CCJ.March 26, 2019BusinessBendix debuts mobile app for SafetyDirect performance data systemBendix Commercial Vehicle Systems debuts an app for its fleet safety system that enhances visibility for fleet management professionals and their business.March 20, 2019BusinessBendix announces retrofit options for several safety technologiesBendix announced at the American Trucking Associations' TMC Annual Meeting that several commercial vehicle safety technologies are available for retrofit.March 20, 2019BusinessTargeting Technicians, Part 1: Trucking industry faces major shortage, opportunities for diesel mechanicsA diesel mechanic survey conducted by Randall-Reilly examined diesel technician pay, benefits and job considerations. Get details on the survey here on CCJ.March 20, 2019BusinessBridgestone Bandag bringing retread education campaign to fleetsThis industry-wide campaign will educate the trucking community and more about the advantages of retreading tires. Read more on Bridgestone Bandag here.March 20, 2019BusinessNoregon updates asset management solution and JPROAt the ATA's Technology & Maintenance Council meeting, Noregon announced it's latest updates to JPRO and TripVision Uptime. More iinformation here on CCJ.March 19, 2019BusinessAncra introduces autonomous trailer decking system to industryThough still in a pilot program with a transportation carrier, Ancra says it hopes to make the AutoDeck solution available as an OE spec or retrofit options.March 19, 2019BusinessTruck-Lite updates control unit for Road Ready systemThe latest version of the Road Ready telematics system from Truck-Lite has an updated master control unit and now comes in hardwire and solar panel options.March 19, 2019BusinessDriver acceptance key to maximizing value of active vehicle safety systemsThe adoption of active vehicle safety systems has risen over the last several years as the technology has advanced and fleet interest has grown.March 19, 2019Previous PagePage 2 of 11Next PageTop StoriesEconomic trendsTruck market remains weaker than 2023, but increased last monthFleets continue to invest in new equipment, though at a more modest rate.Pay and benefitsAverage truckload driver pay up 10% in two yearsCCJ InnovatorsGES slashes inspection woes with gate check programTechnologyAre driver cameras hindering workforce recruitment?Driver managementGetting drivers on board with driver cameras
