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Hard to abate emissions? I think not

There are many things that can be classified as hard in this world, but trucking emissions should not be hard to abate. Find out why on CCJ.

January 13, 2021

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Pay and benefits

Fleets taking steps to advance time-based driver pay

Read CCJ to see how motor carriers are using time-based measurements to attract and retain more drivers by aligning pay with pricing and billing activities.

January 12, 2021

ELDs have been the impetus for motor carriers moving to time-based driver pay models.

Flexible finance programs a larger focus for fleets

The COVID-19 pandemic challenged trucking fleets to focus more on flexibility when it comes to financing equipment. Read about the benefits here on CCJ.

January 6, 2021

Understanding the value of fair market value leases

Discover what you need to know about fair market value leases and what value they bring to your fleet on CCJ today.

December 15, 2020

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Three ways to reduce operating costs

There are a number of areas where fleets can reduce costs, including how they spec equipment, how they operate that equipment and manage damage to cargo and equipment.

November 30, 2020

Gino Fontana is Vice President Operations Berkeley Division & Puerto Rico at Transervice Logistics Inc.

Equipment procurement strategies more innovative entering 2021

Business owners and fleet operators have an important decision for how they structure their financing for acquiring equipment in the next year. Read more here.

November 24, 2020

The increased activity around carrier acquisitions will likely continue until the economy heats up again, says Loop Capital’s Jeff Kauffman.

PSP reports and their value to fleets

Pulling PSP reports is an affordable way to go above and beyond what is required for safety, and while it may seem like enough of a challenge to simply keep up with the minimum requirements for compliance, I try my best to go the extra mile when possible to keep our safety record in good condition.

November 9, 2020

Factors to consider to accurately determine tire CPM

Small operational variances can have a major impact on the results.

November 3, 2020

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Trucking companies with self-insured health plans can avoid the rigged marketplace

Motor carriers could save 20-30 percent with self-insured plans managed by third-party administrators. Read CCJ to see how carriers can save on health care.

October 23, 2020

Sixty percent of the nation’s workforce, are covered by self-insured health plans. That number could increase because of potential savings many companies have seen during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Why maintenance KPIs matter

Tracking costs down to the asset level not only gives you an idea of which trucks/OEMs and models are performing the best, but it also can give you an idea about which of your locations are top performers.

October 18, 2020

Brett Petersen, vice president of sales, Capital Equipment Solutions, Corcentric

Maintenance helps maximize asset life

Before turning to your fleet's maintenance program to help you maximize asset life, use maintenance data to help you spec new equipment. Details on CCJ.

October 15, 2020

Matt Copot is vice president of maintenance at Transervice Logistics Inc.

Pushing ropes in trucking

Advanced technology promotion groups are pushing ropes to make progress happen in the trucking industry and beyond. Learn more from Rick Mihelic here on CCJ

October 8, 2020

Rick Mihelic is the director of Future Technology Studies for the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE)

Benefits of a robust company weight-law training program

Legal weights and loading procedures are essential aspects of a robust and all-encompassing driver training program. Read the benefits here on CCJ.

October 6, 2020

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Commentary: Tips for preparing drivers for roadside inspections

One of the most important things you can do to ensure a smooth interaction during a roadside inspection is to have a good preventive maintenance program.

September 18, 2020

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Poll: What is your biggest obstacle when considering natural gas engines?

September 1, 2013

Poll: How prepared are you for the upcoming hours-of-service changes taking place July 1?

June 10, 2013

Who do you plan to vote for in the presidential election?

October 17, 2012

Is your fleet spec’ing or otherwise purchasing APUs on new truck orders?

September 11, 2012

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Efficient document management and digitization are becoming vital to the survival strategy of motor carriers.

Digitizing paper for trucking success

Efficient document management is quickly becoming a vital survival strategy.

The toughest 15 states for lights violations, one of the 2021 Roadcheck emphases

Airflow is continuously handed down the tractor and trailer until it reaches the end, making a systematic approach to aerodynamics important.

Pete's refreshed 579 all-in on aero, tech

Tight capacity has caused spot rates to spike from already elevated levels, and contract rates are rising, leaving fleets with plenty of cash to spend on new trucks.

Fleets standing in line for new trucks as freight rates climb

Goodyear and ConMet to Offer Fleets the Commercial Tire Industry's First

Goodyear and ConMet to Offer Fleets the Commercial Tire Industry's First

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.

Take Control of Toll: How Violations Work and How to Minimize Fleet Impact

With the rapid adoption of cashless tolling across the country and the associated benefit in transponder deployment for operations and the company’s bottom line, it is now more important than ever for fleets to develop an informed toll management strategy