Associations’ telemeds slow to gain traction
NASTC president David Owen believes a small carrier offering an affordable telemedicine-service benefit could be a “no-brainer for an over-the-road truck driver, particularly if he’s got a family.” At once, NASTC’s service, among others, has been slow …
A shot in the arm: Pandemic has brought more, and often lower-cost, telehealth options
Telehealth options for nonemergency needs are quickly becoming the norm for routine health care. Some watchers believe that, excepting DOT physicals, the future of doctor visits for truckers is virtual “in almost every case — it’s the way it’s going to…
CleanBC Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency Program opens
LANGLEY, B.C. – Registration is open for this year’s CleanBC Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency Program, the B.C. Trucking Association (BCTA) announced Thursday. The program features a course for fleets on fuel management as well as incentives for the purch…
CleanBC Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency Program opens
LANGLEY, B.C. – Registration is open for this year’s CleanBC Heavy-duty Vehicle Efficiency Program, the B.C. Trucking Association (BCTA) announced Thursday. The program features a course for fleets on fuel management as well as incentives for the purch…
Schneider Protects New Drivers with Remote Orientation
In the latest measure to protect its drivers during the COVID-19 pandemic, Schneider has unveiled a new remote truck driver orientation program to deliver its onboarding process while practicing social distancing.
The science behind trailer design, and why spring ride deserves a fresh look
TORONTO, Ont. – Ever wonder what goes into the decisions behind which components come on your trailer? For an OEM, it’s a complex evaluation that takes many factors into account. Mark Ehrlich, senior director of engineering for Wabash National, gave a …
Wrench Acquires Lemon Squad, Expands Full-Service Automotive Offerings
Through the acquisition of Lemon Squad, Wrench customers and fleet operators can now schedule on-site, pre-purchase vehicle inspections directly through the Wrench mobile app.
Digital mirror gets FMCSA exemption
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Motor carriers can now use a digital mirror system as an alternative to the two rear-vision mirrors on commercial vehicles, thanks to an exemption granted by U.S. regulators. The decision by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administr…
Teamsters, safety groups look to halt HOS changes
With less than two weeks to go until an overhauled hours of service rule takes effect, a band of usual suspects has sued the U.S. DOT seeking to derail the new regs. FMCSA granted a waiver to allow a mirrorless rearview camera system on trucks.
There was such a thing as a free lunch in North Dakota
Carriers, others thank their drivers