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IIHS, Travelers: Truck safety improving but there's still work to be done

While the fatality rate has dropped substantially for those involved in passenger vehicle collisions with large trucks, troubling factors like distracted driving, ineffective impact guards and inconsistent maintenance practices need to be addressed.

July 11, 2023

Truck Vs Minivan

Maintenance telematics: New Age battleground for OEMs and the aftermarket

Aftermarket telematics providers and OEMs each have pros and cons, but it all comes down to the ability to operationalize massive amounts of data.

July 10, 2023

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Digital transformation in carrier safety: Striking a balance between tech & financial security

One of the most important technologies making its way into the commercial carrier industry is the Internet of Things (IoT).

July 5, 2023

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Electric F-150 and Tesla semi announce recalls; Alternator issue for Pete 579

The following safety recalls were issued Monday by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).

June 19, 2023

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Maintenance cost increases slowing

Between the fourth quarter of 2022 and the first quarter of this year, parts costs dropped by 0.4% and labor costs increased 2.3%.

June 14, 2023

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Canadian wildfire smoke calls for more diligent air filter practices

Particulate matter in wildfire smoke presents health risks and can shorten a vehicle's air filter life.

June 11, 2023

When driving near wildfires, Daimler Trucks North America recommends setting cabin air to recirculation and keeping a closer eye on an engine air filter performance. “Driving near fires or other occurrences where there could be an unusual amount of debris in the air, it is important to monitor the air restriction gauges and respond appropriately should the restrictions rise as well as clean the filters or replace them when it is safe to do so,' said DTNA marketing engine specialist Michael Young.

Shop owners talk parts shortage at Fullbay conference

“We used to think we were an island on our own,” he says. Then he went to a conference in Florida and realized everyone thinks they’re on an island by themselves. “We’re all on the same damn island.”

June 9, 2023

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New epoxy ramp coating offers fast, low odor traction restoration

Maintaining traction on loading ramps and other surfaces is critical to safety. New Form-A-Tread SL offers a traction epoxy coating designed for fast, low odor application.

June 7, 2023

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2023 Best Fleets to Drive For: key findings in operational strategy

How a driver perceives the day-to-day experience working for a company can significantly impact their overall well-being and satisfaction with their employer.

May 21, 2023

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The importance of being on top of your preventive maintenance

Implementing a well-designed maintenance program can improve safety, reduce equipment downtime, increase productivity and improve regulatory compliance.

May 18, 2023

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REPAIR Act picks up cosponsors

Fifteen cosponsors have signed on to the bill carried by Rep. Neal Dunn, R-Florida.

May 12, 2023

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Technician training

Shops desperate for diesel techs amid 'extremely high' demand

One major votech had a record turnout of companies looking to hire at its job fair while other schools are also continuing to see 'huge' demand for diesel techs.

April 26, 2023

WyoTech's job fair in February brought in a record number of companies anxious to hire techs for diesel, auto and collision jobs. 'Employers come from all over the United States to try hire our students because they're job-ready,' said WyoTech President Jim Mathis. Demand for diesel and auto techs is particularly high, Mathis said.

Ensuring techs get the parts they need

Nothing is more frustrating to a fleet than having a repair held up because the parts to fix it are not available. And nothing is more frustrating to a technician than requesting parts from the parts department only to have the wrong one picked.

April 21, 2023

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Preparing your fleet and drivers for CVSA’s Roadcheck

Drivers play a significant role in keeping a fleet in CVSA's good graces.

April 20, 2023

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Alternative power

Renewable diesel production 'booming' as national availability remains in question

Production of carbon cutting renewable diesel is forecast to more than double by 2025, but fleet access beyond the West Coast remains in doubt.

April 18, 2023

Imports of European-based Neste renewable diesel to the U.S. could decline as domestic production ramps up swiftly amid state and federal incentives.

CVSA, fleets share maintenance tips ahead of Roadcheck

CCJ and Mann+Hummel will host a complimentary webinar Thursday with CVSA and some of trucking's safest fleets to discuss maintenance tips and practices that make roadside inspections easy.

March 30, 2023

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In-house versus outsourced maintenance

Twenty percent of fleets do maintenance in-house, 46% use outsourced service providers and 34% use a combination of both.

March 24, 2023

Outsourced fleet maintenance involves hiring a third-party provider to manage these tasks and is often favored by companies with multiple OEM’s, a multi-location footprint, or those leasing their equipment prefer outsourcing.

Oils & lubricants

Is your fleet using the right fluids?

That one transmission oil that you've used for years? It might no longer be the right one.

March 24, 2023

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Workforce Pell Grant unlocks funds for CDLs, diesel tech certs

Pell Grants would be available for programs lasting 8–14 weeks, helping students fund CDL and certain diesel mechanic certifications.

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Class 8 truck orders surge 159% in February, signaling cyclical recovery

Chief Financial Officer Chris Wikoff noted that last year, average truck count in Werner's One-Way division, where ECM operated, was 2,386, a 10% decrease year-over-year.

ECM Transport future in question amid Werner’s One-Way reorg

Founded in 2012, NHH Services provides specialized transportation and project management services throughout the United States and Canada, with expertise in heavy haul, flatbed, general freight, and complex cargo movements.

Bennett Family of Companies acquires Indiana fleet

FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs speaks at TCA Truckload 2026.

FMCSA boss: 'We're going to bite off more than we can chew'

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