Diesel prices are trending downwards.
The price of diesel fuel plateaued during the first week of May. Over that week the prices increased by less than one cent nationally. These numbers come from the Energy Department, and reveal interesting tidbits about the current state of diesel in America and what it means for truckers, trucking companies and the trucking industry as a whole. Read the rest of this entry »
Trucking is a crucial job and ensuring your safety and that of other vehicles should be your top priority
As truck drivers, making safe turns can be tricky business. Most medium-heavy duty trucks have warnings labeled on the back showing other drivers that they make ‘wide right turns.’ Accidents involving tractor trailers are often the result of the vehicle’s difficult steering limitations. Don’t fret! There are ways to avoid these costly mishaps by always incorporating safe turns into your driving.
Choosing the right concrete truck for your business is crucial.
While concrete mixers are machines used for blending concrete, concrete trucks are vehicles used for blending and transporting large volumes of concrete. Concrete trucks are widely available in many different sizes, so you can choose one that fits your requirements best. They are most commonly used on construction job sites and are perfect for large-capacity applications. They can also be used for producing small amounts of concrete for small-capacity applications but this is not cost-efficient. Read the rest of this entry »
The Freightliner Cascadia has managed to become even more streamlined.
As if the Freightliner Cascadia wasn’t efficient enough, now the fuel-efficient truck sports new “quick-release” wheel covers. These innovative wheel covers are the invention of a company called FlowBelow Aero Inc. Daimler Trucks North America has struck a deal with FlowBelow to offer these wheel covers as an option for all their Freightliner Cascadia trucks starting at the beginning of the first quarter. Read the rest of this entry »
Buying a dump truck is a big decision. It’s best to carefully inspect the truck you’re thinking of buying before making your purchase.
If you need to haul aggregate, asphalt, or demolition material, it’s important to know what to look for in a dump truck. In order to ensure you get the best dump truck possible that meets your needs and delivers the results you deserve, check out these dump truck buying tips. Read the rest of this entry »
If you need to make a phone call, pull over! Talking on the phone while driving compromises your attention.
Did you know that April is distracted driving awareness month? With all the new technology released over the last several years, it can seem harder than ever to concentrate. Unfortunately, distracted driving is causing thousands and thousands of deaths through car accidents each year. Here’s what you need to know to help spread awareness. Read the rest of this entry »
Buying a part to fix your truck rather than a whole new truck is an economical choice.
Expensive truck parts are just the cost of doing business.
But instead of being depressed by the prices, there are actually some amazing benefits when you do purchase parts. In fact, now is one of the best times to buy any parts that you may need. Let’s jump right in and take a look at how you can benefit from buying truck parts. Read the rest of this entry »
The Freightliner Cascadia Evolution was designed for fuel economy.
The Freightliner Cascadia Evolution improves Freightliner’s highway truck technology by introducing aerodynamics, increased fuel efficiency, and fleet management tools that make the Cascadia Evolution stand above the rest. Compared to the first generation EPA 2010-compliant Cascadia model, the newest Cascadia model offers a 7% increase in fuel economy. Read on to learn more about the Freightliner Cascadia Evolution. Read the rest of this entry »
Sleep apnea studies help us to understand more about how to treat sleep apnea.
Recently, the Department of Transportation (DOT) published a notice that it is seeking feedback from the trucking industry on the prevalence of sleep apnea.
DOT is looking into how widespread this issue is, as well as the costs associated with treatment. Known as “pre-rule,” this is the first step in proposing specific requirements around sleep apnea conditions. Read the rest of this entry »
Make sure you take the proper steps to stay awake and vigilant while on the road.
Driver fatigue is estimated to be the cause of up to 20% of road fatalities. Most of these accidents occur during regular sleeping hours. Here are a few ways to recognize when you are feeling fatigued and prevent driver fatigue in the future. Read the rest of this entry »