Daimler adapts as Mexico embraces the cabover engine
PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico – The Mexican truck market is increasingly shifting towards cabover engine truck designs, and Daimler is adding to its portfolio to address that growing demand. The Class 8 2528 and Class 6 1217 were launched at the…
Economic Watch: Growth Revised to Highest Level in 3 Years, Consumers Upbeat
Total U.S. economic activity in this year’s third quarter increased more than originally estimated, according to revised numbers issued Wednesday by the Commerce Department.
Trucking rap sheet: Drivers must retest after Florida CDL testing scheme
Truckers tested after Jan. 1, 2017, by Key Power Driving School in Florida will be required to retest for their CDL after the discovery of a testing scheme. A man was also sentenced for running a USDOT number scheme, and a man pleaded guilty to illegal…
Notes on things that shouldn’t be self-certified
Wendy on FMCSA’s ELD registry: “‘Self-certification’ is a fancy term for ‘because I said so’, and pretty much every human being who has or is a parent has heard or used that phrase.”
Partners in Business tip: Open a separate checking account for your business
Run a one-truck owner-operator business? Separate your business account from your personal account — here’s why.
CarriersEdge reveals new online driver course
MARKHAM, Ont. — CarriersEdge has introduced a new course to help drivers safely handle one of the most hazard-laden aspects of their jobs — maneuvering in tight, congested conditions while making deliveries. “Trip Planning, Parking and Deliveries” gives drivers the…
PrePass ELD self-certified in FMCSA registry
Help Inc., says its smartphone-based electronic logging device has been self-certified to meet all requirements of the U.S. DOT’s ELD mandate and has been added to the registry of available ELDs maintained by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
Prestolite Expands Line of Starter Motors Expands with PowerPro 7.5
Prestolite Electric has launched the PowerPro 7.5, an all-new 24-volt, 7.5 kilowatt starter motor as part of the PowerPro family of replacement starters from Leece-Neville Heavy Duty Systems.
When 8.38 MPG is Even More Impressive Than You Think
What’s in a number? When it comes to fuel economy, mpg is only part of the story. Deborah Lockridge explains in her All That’s Trucking blog.
Swift Celebrates Tech Excellence With SwiftTech Competition
Swift’s annual SwiftTech competition goes beyond pitting techs against each other in a series of trials. Learn more in the November HDT Fleet Talk.