Tech Toolbox: Technology’s role in fuel economy

Jason Cannon, CCJ chief editor

Nov 21, 2017

Updated Nov 29, 2017

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FlowBelow’s wheel covers and tandem fairings are among a host of aerodynamic add-ons that have hit the highway in recent years to help fleets improve their fuel economy numbers.

ATA President and CEO Chris Spear

ATA's Spear talks congestion, driver shortage, more at Congressional hearing

ATA President and CEO was on a panel of industry reps during a hearing Wednesday of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Spear outlined some of trucking's biggest headwinds, including highway congestion, parking and more.

Freightliner SuperTruck II

Freightliner debuts second SuperTruck

FirstFleet trailers

FirstFleet creates nextgen in-cab driver experience

Mechanic tearing down an engine

Trucksmiths embracing change

door sticker drivers wanted

Pay a top factor for driver turnover but 'not always an amount issue'

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

View, sort and download the trucking industry’s most comprehensive ranking of for-hire carriers in North America, based on a blend of metrics including fleet size, annual revenue and number of drivers.

Heavy-Duty Maintenance Checklist

Maintenance is a critical part of vehicle upkeep—we’re preaching to the choir here, but you know what? It doesn’t hurt to repeat it at times. Check out our latest downloadable maintenance checklist and give it a whirl!