Will the ongoing economic recovery be a U-shape, a V-shape, an L-shape, a W-shape, a Nike Swoosh? Yes. All of the above. But that’s really the wrong question. Instead of asking what the recovery will look like for the overall economy, you should be asking, “What will the recovery look like for my business?” and […]
For the risk averse there’s no more uncomfortable feeling than the day after a truck warranty expires, and buyers of used equipment may never feel the sense of relief that comes with not having to shoulder all the financial load of a major equipment failure. Aftermarket warranties have become popular add-ons for used equipment and for extending coverage […]
Motor carriers are in a relentless cycle of recruiting and hiring drivers from the same CDL labor pool. This cycle may soon end, says a founder of a technology startup, who envisions the transportation industry using a shared workforce of drivers on demand. “The direct hire is becoming a thing of the past in my opinion,” […]
While automatic brake adjusters don’t need a lot of attention, they are far from “set it and forget it.” Like their manual counterparts, periodic inspection and lubrication are critical to optimal performance. When the brake is applied, a rod pushes out on the slack adjuster, which then turns the S-cam to force the brake shoes apart to […]
In contests co-produced by CCJ publisher Randall-Reilly, two top truck drivers will win $25,000 next March. Applications to enter the Truckload Carriers Association’s Driver of the Year Contest are open now, through Aug. 31. Carriers can nominate their own drivers or owner-operators for consideration. For more information or to nominate a driver, visit truckload.org/DOY.
After enduring the same COVID-fueled upheaval as many of its customers, Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) is on the road to recovery. In an online media roundup Monday, DTNA president and CEO Roger Nielsen noted 2020 has been a “tough year” but the company is back to building trucks at pre-pandemic levels. At the height of the […]
Amid a global health crisis, more fleet management duties are being handled remotely and rely on remote access to information systems. New technologies announced this past week show motor carriers and freight brokers have more options to boost their online presence and mobility systems to differentiate their companies in the minds of customers and employees. More portals, please McLeod […]
Randall-Reilly today launched equipmentexperts.com, a pay-for-performance online marketplace for used trucking, construction and agriculture equipment. “Equipment Experts delivers a great user experience and builds trust. Buyers gain access to the most robust equipment data on the web to make informed buying decisions and sellers get the pay-for-performance pricing they have been asking for,” said Prescott Shibles, […]
There are a lot of lubrication points on a truck and trailer, leading many fleets to carry multiple greases to meet the various requirements of each component. However, many experts agree that fleets often stock too many greases when fewer multi-purpose lubes can accomplish the same job for less expense. “I can’t tell you how many times I’ve […]
