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By Oliver B. Patton, Washington Editor
When carriers try to explain their challenges to their customers, the response often is, "That's your problem." But that attitude serves neither the carrier nor the shipper very well, says Michael Regan, president of TranzAct Technologies..... More >


'Teardrop' trailers save 2%-5% for British beverage distributor, but shape's not new
Trailer Talk blog by Tom Berg, Senior Editor
5/25/2012 - Streamlined "teardrop" trailers are saving enough fuel money for Tradeteam, a British beverage distributor, that it's buying a second set of them.....

What this country needs is a good $300 electronic log
On the Road Blog by Jim Park, Equipment Editor
5/23/2012 - As the House and Senate try to come to agreement on a highway bill that could include a requirement to mandate electronic onboard recorders, I want to say, I believe we're being taken for a ride on this push to mandate EOBRs. ....

NYT highlights dangers of oil/gas well trucking
All That's Trucking blog by Deborah Lockridge, Editor in Chief
5/17/2012 - Exemptions to hours of service regulations for oil-field workers are killing workers, according to a story on the front page of Tuesday's New York Times, and it's a situation that could only get worse with the boom in oil and gas well drilling using hydraulic fracturing, or fracking.....





Housing, Manufacturing Numbers Good News for Trucking
Two key economic indicators that affect trucking freight, housing starts and industrial production, exceeded expectations in April.....

Natural Gas Future Has Potential, Report Says
A recently released natural gas analysis from TIAX LLC predicts the opportunity for the compressed-natural-gas fueling market will grow steadily over the next few years.....

Texas DOT Planning for Freight Boom From Panama Canal expansion
Saying the state is in a "unique position" to take advantage of the upcoming expansion of the Panama Canal, the Texas Department of Transportation is taking steps to make sure the Lone Star State is well-positioned to capitalize on this economic opportunity.....

PeopleNet Announces Executive Promotions

Alcoa Wheels Cradle-to-Cradle Certified at Silver Level

Toledo Spring Marks 80 Years

Fontaine Modification Makes Engineering Personnel Changes

FMCSA Webinar to Cover Truck and Bus Crash Data

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Fleet Management: Telematics: The Next Frontier
By Genevieve Conti, Assistant Editor

Equipment: MPG for Mediums
By Jim Park, Equipment Editor

Owner Operators: CSA Data Suggests More Drivers Becoming Independents
By Oliver B. Patton, Washington Editor

Maintenance: Keeping An Eye on 
Axles and Suspensions
By Jim Park, Equipment Editor

FuelSmarts: Turbine-Electric Hybrid Whirs and Whooshes But Saves Fuel, Maker Says
By Tom Berg, Senior Editor

EngineSmarts: Turbine-Electric Hybrid Whirs and Whooshes But Saves Fuel, Maker Says
Engine Smarts by Tom Berg, Senior Editor

Safety & Compliance: Building Safer Trucks
By Tom Berg, Senior Editor

Aftermarket:The Great Secret
By Steph Sabo, Guest Columnist




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TMC's 2012-2013 Recommended Practices Manual Now Available
5/25/2012 - ATA's Technology & Maintenance Council released its 2012-2013 Recommended Practices Manual, which provides more than 2,900 pages of maintenance and spec'ing information for the purchase, design, maintenance and performance of equipment.....

Carrier Transicold Introduces New X2 Series Models
5/25/2012 - Carrier Transicold has introduced two new models in its X2 series of trailer refrigeration units, the 2500 APX and 2100 APX, both featuring the innovative APX control system as well as a comprehensive warranty.....

Dayton Air Control Products Offers Adjustable Height Control Linkage Kits
5/24/2012 - Dayton Air Control Products announced a new line of height control and leveling valve linkage kits, called Kwik-Link, for the OEM market and aftermarket replacements.....

Recent New Product News >


 
Meet some of the industry’s most extraordinary leaders: HDT’s 2012 Truck Fleet Innovators. This year’s honorees were chosen specifically for their “FuelSmarts” in areas such as fuel efficiency and alternative fuels.

We’ll be revisiting them in the magazine and on Truckinginfo.com throughout the year. They also will share their strategies on a special panel discussion at the Fleet Forum, March 21, in conjunction with the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Ky.

We'll also be revisiting them throughout the year as they share their insights on various industry issues. Click Here>>

Phil Braker
Nussbuam Transportation
John Fershtand,
Ben E. Keith Foods
Mike Jeffress,
Maverick Transportation
Bill Malone,
Enviro Express
 
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