Equipment Supply chain issues force parts distributors to overcome brand biases January 16, 2023 The supply chain challenges that plagued the heavy-duty parts industry forced some distributors to stray outside their comfort zones, abandon preconceived perceptions, and try new products. And in some cases,…
Equipment Manufacturers losing chip that powers ABS warning lamps January 16, 2023 The chip used to activate in-cab trailer ABS malfunction lamps has been discontinued, leaving suppliers with a limited three- to four-year “inventory bridge” to redesign and requalify their electronic control…
Human Resources MEMA names Buford executive director of diversity, equity and inclusion January 16, 2023 The Motor and Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) has named April Buford its executive director of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI), with the goal of helping to develop a culture of inclusion…
Business Management Trucking environment to soften in 2023: Mullen January 16, 2023 Mullen Group doubts its business units will match strong 2022 results in the face of slowing global trade and consumer spending, but the fleet’s 2023 business plans still reflect a…
Human Resources TruckRight promotes Koll to sales manager January 16, 2023 TruckRight has announced that Tiffany Koll has been promoted to sales manager. Koll joined TruckRight in September as an account executive. Tiffany Koll (Photo: TruckRight) “Tiffany quickly showed us that…
Transportation ELDs eliminated many problems with logbooks January 16, 2023 Hi. My name is David, and I love ELDs. I feel much better now that I got that out in the open. What’s interesting is that there are many drivers…
Transportation November trucking conditions ‘less negative’ than October January 16, 2023 U.S. trucking conditions appeared to improve between October and November despite weakening freight rates, analysts at FTR report. But the October readings in FTR’s Trucking Conditions Index were the weakest…
Technology Saskatchewan summit offers zero emissions education January 16, 2023 Participants received information and a close-up view of how they can move toward achieving net-zero emissions during the Pathways to Zero Emissions Summit organized by the Saskatchewan Trucking Association (STA)…
Transportation Truck Tips: How to check tractor-trailer brakes (video) January 13, 2023 Daily vehicle inspection requirements include a check of the operational parts of an air brake system, like the governor, the air compressor and the low-air-pressure warning devices. This portion…
Transportation Truck Tips: How to mark and measure brake adjustment (video) January 13, 2023 Commercial drivers are required by law to ensure their brakes are in working order and properly adjusted. The mark-and-measure method is considered the only reliable means of measuring brake…
Transportation Truck Tips: How to couple and uncouple a trailer (video) January 13, 2023 After you arrive at the yard and identify the trailer you are to pick up, scan the area in front of the trailer for obstacles before backing under it.
Transportation Truck Tips: How to adjust 5th wheels and trailer bogeys (video) January 13, 2023 Because of commercial vehicle gross-weight and axle-weight regulations, drivers will occasionally need to reposition the 5th wheel or the trailer axles for proper weight distribution. This video explains how…
Transportation Truck Tips: How to set and adjust truck mirrors (video) January 13, 2023 Mirrors must be adjusted properly to get the best view of what’s behind you and beside you. Proper adjustment can help you back straighter and track your trailer wheels…
Transportation Truck Tips: How to back up a tractor-trailer (video) January 13, 2023 Backing a tractor-trailer accurately and safely is a skill that has to be learned and mastered. You will run into all kinds of different backing situations in your…
Business Management Strategies to fight driver fatigue go beyond Hours of Service January 12, 2023 Most people are aware of the dangers of drinking and driving but don’t realize that drowsy driving can be just as fatal — and likely happens more often than we…
