For the most part, most fleet operations, 73% to be exact, were deemed an essential service by the government. Despite the severity of COVID-19 transmissions in the United States, 40% of the survey respondents believe that vehicle acquisition trends would remain unchanged in the next few months. Moreover, while 58% of fleets have adapted …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Despite the global crisis, there has been no shortage of exciting developments in trucking technology. Driverless truck Early in June of 2020, a grant was approved for the Indiana and Ohio Department of Transportation. This $4.4 million federal grant is to be used to prepare Interstate 70 for semi-autonomous and autonomous truck traffic. The driverless …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Trucking Leads In Pandemic Protection At the time of this post, COVID-19 has swept the entire globe leaving few countries untouched. In the United States, almost seven million cases have been reported with 190,000 casualties. In this situation, trucking has been an example of pandemic protection. There is no denying how this global crisis …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]New N-Speed Rated 115R All-Position Tire. Choosing the right commercial truck tires for your fleet can be tricky especially with the influx of new releases. While there is an argument for having a lot of options, the responsibility of picking the right tires for all your vehicles can easily give any fleet manager a bad …
[addtoany buttons="facebook,twitter,google_plus"]Keeping a truck running efficiently and safely is one of the most important things drivers and fleet owners conspire to do on a consistent basis. Maintaining the tread life of your tires requires a bit of effort – though it’s nothing that you can’t do on a routine basis to ensure safety. Here’s what to …
Driver safety is paramount in every situation. When a thunderstorm comes on suddenly while you’re on the road or your fleet is spread across the state delivering loads, it can be worrisome. High winds, pelting hail, and slippery road conditions put drivers at risk. Common during the spring and summer months, these storms aren’t always …