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Perspectives: Page 3

Alternative power
Good enough or overkill truck specs?
Fleets need to make tough decisions between “good enough” and “overkill” truck specs. Those decisions also inevitably effect the used market as those new trucks change hands.
August 11, 2025
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Business
Weigh station bypass: does it make sense for you?
All of the industry's top fleets use a service to help them bypass a weigh station versus pulling in for an inspection, and there's a big reason why.
August 8, 2025
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Technology
Historic NMFC changes coming with new ClassIT+ platform
The release of the National Motor Freight Traffic Association's new tool coincides with the historic changes to the classification system as a whole.
August 5, 2025
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Alternative power
Is the cabover making a comeback?
Is the cab-over-engine truck design destined to take the place of the conventional?
July 31, 2025
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Regulations
TCA's Call on Washington: shaping trucking policy in D.C.
Remind lawmakers that behind every regulation is a driver, a dispatcher, and a business owner.
July 30, 2025
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Alternative power
Is battery electric really the best option to replace diesel in long-haul trucking?
Battery electric became the default zero-emission path largely because personal vehicles got there first. But is it the right choice?
July 29, 2025
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Alternative power
Misinformation is another form of information
The "long-haul" term is used and abused a lot and often adds to confusion and misunderstanding around EVs.
July 28, 2025
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Technology
Why custom driver apps are critical for fleet efficiency in 2025
Custom driver apps are no longer a “nice to have.” They’re an essential tool for operating in today’s volatile freight environment.
July 25, 2025
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Regulations
Drivers are key to your DOT rating
Drivers play a key role in whether a carrier is deemed satisfactory and there are several reasons for that.
July 23, 2025
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Regulations
The noise about trucks
There is a federal regulation from 1976 covering every truck sold in the U.S. that  limits the noise level.
July 22, 2025
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Alternative power
Trump’s emissions rollback: What motor carriers & private fleets must know
While the trucking industry gains temporary relief from complex mandates, fleet managers must now navigate significant uncertainty, balancing the outcome of litigation against ongoing market demands for sustainability.
July 15, 2025
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Alternative power
Is it time to revisit your company’s product roadmap?
This year's disruptions are a game-changer. Companies that strategically adjust their product roadmaps will win.
July 11, 2025
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Trucks
Approximating reality
From wind tunnels to CFD, every aerodynamic test is just an estimate. Real-world fleet results are the ultimate measure of performance.
July 10, 2025
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Technology
Using NMFTA's new frameworks to combat cyber threats
As cyber-enabled cargo theft rises, a reactive approach isn't enough. Discover NMFTA's proactive strategies and tools to help fleets strengthen their defenses.
July 8, 2025
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Trucks
Venting on the future
The battle over the wing window was a symbol for the soul of trucking. So why was this classic feature eliminated, and what does it means for the future of truck design?
July 2, 2025
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Workforce
Unique requirements for hiring truck drivers
Failing to meet FMCSA driver hiring rules can lead to $10,000+ fines, costly litigation, and higher insurance.
July 2, 2025
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Regulations
Gallon-based user fee provides sustainable infrastructure funding
The Truckload Carriers Association proposes a Gallons-Based User Fee (GBUF) to modernize the Highway Trust Fund, ensure fairness for all vehicle types, and build a stronger, safer transportation network.
June 17, 2025
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Alternative power
Wax on, wax off
While diesel has seen recent wins, the electric truck transition is inevitable.
June 17, 2025
Saia LTL Freight in 2021 took delivery of two Volvo VNR Electric trucks at its facility in Los Angeles, California – the first zero tailpipe emission, Class 8 battery-electric trucks deployed in Saia’s fleet.
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Carriers share insight into driver pay
Nussbaum Transportation, J&R Schugel Trucking and Boyle Transportation leaders shed light on their driver pay processes in response to CCJ's recent What Drivers Want survey that highlighted pay as a top factor in drivers' decisions to change companies.
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