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Tire wear focus of TMC tech discussion

Windel Brumfield’s session covered some of the most common types of premature wear as well as the most common causes.

September 24, 2014

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Rand McNally ties fault codes, inspection data with TMT Fleet Maintenance

Data provided by Rand McNally’s line of mobile fleet management devices – including the TPC 7600, TND 760 and HD 100 – is now accessed through the TMT Fleet Maintenance software.

September 24, 2014

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Connectivity, game-changing truck technology highlight Volvo’s Nyberg’s TMC address

Speaking at the Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) Fall Meeting Tuesday in Orlando, Volvo’s North American president of sales and marketing says the future of the trucking industry will be defined by technology, particularly “game changing” technology that revolutionizes the functionality and safety of today’s heavy-duty trucks.

September 24, 2014

TMW Systems creates new framework to support growth

At TMW Systems’ annual TransForum user conference and exhibition, David Wangler compared the challenges of running a fast-growing software company to expanding a truckload carrier.

September 24, 2014

CLICK to view a photo gallery of TransForum. David Wangler, CEO of TMW Systems, talked about the many charitable contributions made by trucking companies.

TMC gets torque back on track

The Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) held an informational technical session at its Fall Meeting Tuesday to identify a driveline failure trend seen in the industry today. With representatives on hand from Detroit Diesel, Dana and Meritor, the Council showed how engines today operating at lower RPMs (as a result of EPA 2010 regulations) have […]

September 23, 2014

FMCSA-certified med examiners to set up shop at truck stops for DOT-required physicals

The newly formed Truck Stop Health Care announced Sept. 23 it will be placing certified medical examiners in truck stops in every U.S. state. TSHC says the move will help drivers more easily access DOT-certified medical examiners to perform the federally required bi-yearly physical.

September 23, 2014

Supply chain pros believe truckers no longer ‘crying wolf’ on driver shortage

In a standing-room-only conference session, the moderator asked for a show of hands: How many in the crowd truly believed that there was a shortage of truck drivers, that it’s not just “carrier rhetoric” to drive rate increases?

September 23, 2014

Meet the Mercedes-Benz Future Truck 2025

Mercedes Future Truck 2025, unveiled in Hanover, Germany, last night, blends years of advancements in technology, aesthetics and design in a way that we haven’t see in the past.

September 23, 2014

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Survey: 3PL execs project sustained growth; note capacity issues, rise of e-commerce

Executives at 3PLs are confident about the current state and future revenue growth of their companies and the regional industries, according to the 21st Annual Surveys of Third-Party Logistics Provider CEOs.

September 23, 2014

Test driving Western Star’s new aero-minded 5700 XE

CCJ Equipment Editor Jack Roberts was on hand in Las Vegas earlier this month when Western Star unveiled its new 5700 XE tractor, designed for aerodynamic fuel savings and driver comfort. In this video above, Roberts takes the truck for a test spin and talks to Western Star reps about its features.

September 22, 2014

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Diesel continues price plummet, hits 26-month low

The national average price for a gallon of on-highway diesel fell another 2.3 cents in the week ended Sept. 22 to $3.778, according to the Department of Energy. That’s the lowest average diesel price since the week ended July 16, 2012, and the 12th straight week that the price of diesel has either dropped or remained flat.

September 22, 2014

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Bill in House would force FMCSA to remove CSA scores from public view, revamp program

A bill has been introduced in the U.S. House to require the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to remove from public view the carrier rankings and scores produced in the agency’s Compliance, Safety, Accountability program from public view.

September 22, 2014

Update to TMC RP looks at driver’s impact on fuel economy

The RP currently lists four key ways: horsepower demand, idle time, vehicle speed, and brake use. The update looks at how newer technologies on the truck can be used by the driver to more effectively impact fuel savings.

September 22, 2014

ATRI unveils comprehensive guides to sustainable trucking practices

The American Transportation Research Institute last week unveiled a compendium of sustainable freight practices available on its website. The site covers practices ranging from driver training, idle reduction, speed management to vehicle aerodynamics, tires and engines systems.

September 22, 2014

TMC task force looks at calculating aero device ROI

Fritz Marinko’s calculator, which he says takes approximately 10 minutes to fill out, takes head-on aero-manufacturers’ claims of fuel savings that are based on averages, wind-tunnel and other non-real world condition testing.

September 22, 2014

DOT: ‘Low-balling’ carrier rep sentenced, trucker who lied on FMSCA forms indicted

A representative for a carrier who defrauded customers has been sentenced, while a truck driver who previously was charged with homicide after a fatal crash has been sentenced for making false statements on a driver employment application.

September 22, 2014

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Direct Freight Services, TMW Systems create freight board interface

Direct Freight Services and TMW Systems announced the availability of new integrations between Direct Freight Services and both TMWSuite and TruckMate software.

September 21, 2014

PeopleNet expands driver workflow, duty cycle info with TMW TotalMail

PeopleNet, a Trimble company and provider of fleet mobility technology, announced new integration features with TMW System’s TotalMail product.

September 21, 2014

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Mack Trucks reintroduced its Anthem model Tuesday as 'the new standard of regional haul.'

'Brand new' Anthem reintroduced as Mack's regional haul truck

Next-generation Mack Anthem has better maneuverability and is 10% more fuel efficient for regional fleets.

At Yale University in the mid-1960s, Fred Smith conceived the idea for an integrated air-to-ground system that would ensure overnight delivery, a concept that would eventually become Federal Express.

FedEx founder Fred Smith passes away

Fuel Island

Gallon-based user fee provides sustainable infrastructure funding

20250603 Mack Trucks Donates Electric Refuse Chassis To Río Hondo College To Advance Heavy Duty Ev Training

California doubles down on emissions regulations, starts work on next generation rules

ABF Freight has expanded its fleet of terminal trucks from Orange EV. After an initial deployment of four trucks in June 2022, ABF has since increased its fleet to nine and has purchased five more for 2025 deployments.

Yard tractors take lead in battery electric market share

Get all the info on the top 250 trucking companies in America

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The Road to Better Fuel Economy

Fuel efficiency is shifting into high gear—see how fleets are staying ahead in 2025.