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Fuel Smartsby Jim ParkMarch 6, 2024

Do Electric Powertrains Need Transmissions?

Multi-speed transmissions are utterly necessary with diesel engines to keep engine operating speed within a very limited bandwidth for performance and efficiency. Electric motor have much broader power and efficiency curves, demanding far fewer gear ratios.

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Maintenanceby Jim ParkMarch 5, 2024

How to Inspect Trailer Suspensions

Most modern trailer suspensions are basically maintenance free, but that doesn't mean they are impervious to damage or normal wear and tear. Regular inspections will keep your rolling stock rolling.

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Equipmentby Jack RobertsMarch 4, 2024

Great American Trucks: The Dodge Big Horn

It looked great. But the Big Horn left a lot to be desired behind the steering wheel.

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Equipmentby Deborah LockridgeMarch 1, 2024

HDT's 2024 Top 20 Products

Heavy Duty Trucking honors 20 new or significantly improved products announced in 2023 for their innovation, ability to address an industry issue, and potential to affect a fleet’s bottom line.

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Safety & Complianceby Deborah LockridgeFebruary 27, 2024

Don’t Let Your Fleet's Safety Manuals Hurt You in Court

Did you know your driver manuals and safety policies could be used against you? Find out how plaintiffs’ attorneys use the ‘Rules of the Road.’

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Fuel Smartsby Deborah LockridgeFebruary 23, 2024

Why Propane Autogas Made Sense for this USPS Contractor

DDA Transport recognized the importance of reducing its carbon footprint, but it needed a solution that wouldn’t burden the company with infrastructure constraints or costly maintenance.

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Safety & Complianceby Deborah LockridgeFebruary 21, 2024

How to Get Control of Driver Log Falsification

Driver log falsifications rank as one of the most common driver-related violations discovered in roadside inspections and during motor carrier safety audits. Why is it such a problem, and what can trucking fleet managers do about it?

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Maintenanceby Jim ParkFebruary 13, 2024

4 Good Reasons to Retorque Your Truck Wheels

Do truck wheels really need to be retorqued? Learn 4 reasons why, plus a tip to help make sure your wheels stay where they belong.

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Safety & Complianceby Cliff Johnson, Trucking Business Segment Consultant, Acuity InsuranceFebruary 7, 2024

5 Ways to Improve Your CSA Score

Perspective on improving your fleet's safety program and CSA scores from a truck driver and trucking company owner turned insurance consultant.

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Fleet Managementby Deborah LockridgeFebruary 1, 2024

Trucking Tech: Going Beyond the Gee-Whiz

If you think the way your dad or granddad did things when they owned the company is still just fine, you may be setting up your trucking company for failure.

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