CarriersEdge adds distracted driving course to its roster
MARKHAM, Ont. — CarriersEdge has added a new distracted driving course. The new CarriersEdge course helps drivers understand the dangers distractions pose, and gives them practical strategies for minimizing whatever might take their attention away from driving. “This is a…
POLL: What’s your level of concern over hacking/security risks and ELDs?
This poll probes the extent of worry over the outside potential for a truck’s computer-system infiltration through an ECM plug-in device, like an ELD. Reports and device makers suggest risk is minimal without physical infiltration, though malicious pro…
Mesilla Valley Adopts Auxiliary Solar System
Mesilla Valley Transportation recently purchased close to 1,000 eNow solar auxiliary energy systems for its Navistar trucks. The pioneering fleet discovered benefits beyond reduced idling.
Are European Truck Makers Poised for Big Gains in China?
A new report from Bain Insights indicates that 20% of Chinese fleets plan to upgrade to European-built trucks within three years.
Put your duck-trucking hats back on, drivers
Minnesota-based trucker Joe Mansheim’s ridealong duck, Frank, passed away earlier this year — the hauler’s got a new codriver, however, a young mallard named Eddy. “I think if everyone had a duck in their truck, the world would be a better place,” Man…
The Contenders: Top show trucks compete for top billing in premier Pride & Polish event this month
Some of the hottest rigs on the continent will be on display later this month at the Great American Trucking Show in Dallas, with custom bobtails and combos squaring off for top billing in the Overdrive’s Pride & Polish contest, the country’s premier show truck event.
Inside the Small Fleet
Small fleets make up the vast majority of trucking companies. Comdata shares some research into their challenges and habits.
TMW Systems hires Jay Delaney
CLEVELAND, Ohio — TMW Systems has appointed Jay Delaney as its new senior director of product management. Delaney, who has close to 30 years of experience in the transportation industry, will be responsibile for the company’s new transporataion management software…
Still the best job in the world
I spent over a month digesting a New York Times article on trucking lifestyles: “Truckers Feel like Throwaway People” The sub-heading was: “Truck driving, once a road to the middle class, is now low-paying, grinding, unhealthy work.” As usual, the…
Truckers Gear up for National Truck Driving Championships
The trucking industry’s top truck drivers are set to compete in Orlando for the 80th annual National Truck Driving Championships and National Step Van Driving Championships.