Truckers driving over the Interstate 15 freight corridor in Utah may not realize lane closures were minimized to several hours instead of days when a new 550-ton bridge slid into place using dish soap, hydraulic jacks and technical skill.
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Justin Olsen, maintenance director at TCW, breaks down the hidden impact of poor trailer management on operations, compliance and safety.Â
The Glider Truck Is Gone, but Not Forgotten
In its heyday, Fitzgerald Glider Kits was the nation’s top glider truck manufacturer, building and selling thousands of the new truck cab bodies powered by older rebuilt engines.
July 28, 2022Top 7 Considerations for an AI-based Vehicle Safety System
Program Airs: August 18. 2022. Many vendors claim to have AI-based safety systems. But what are the key considerations when choosing an AI-based vehicle safety system? It’s critical to understand this to help prevent collisions and to save on your bottom line. Â
August 18, 2022New Rule to Thwart Railroad Efforts to Cut Train Crews
OMAHA, Neb. — Railroads will be required to maintain two-person crews under a new rule announced July 27 that will thwart industry efforts to cut crews down to one person.
July 27, 2022US House Passes Fiscal 2023 Transportation Bill
Legislation that would fund federal transportation programs in fiscal 2023 was recently approved in the U.S. House of Representatives.
July 25, 2022Fleets Turn to In-Cab Driver Coaching to Boost Safety Through Instant Feedback
With the latest advances in onboard video and artificial intelligence, more fleets are implementing in-cab driver coaching to help reinforce safe driving habits, prevent crashes and enhance drivers’ overall performance.
July 25, 2022Bridgestone, Pilot Partner on Fleet Tire Intelligence Program
Bridgestone Americas and Pilot Co. announced select travel center locations will offer Bridgestone Fleet Care mobility solutions to provide actionable fleet tire intelligence.
July 25, 2022ZF Outlines Path Ahead for CV Business
ZF Friedrichshafen AG, a global supplier to commercial vehicles and passenger cars, recently showcased its efforts with automation, steer-by-wire, a modular electric driveline and AI-based transport-as-a-service (TaaS) and reported its new commercial vehicle solutions division is up and running, with orders for technology coming in.
July 20, 2022Cameras on Windshield Remain FMCSA-Compliant
Windshield-mounted video cameras will remain compliant with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration rules for mounting placement, thanks to an exemption the agency recently made permanent.
July 22, 2022First Responders Outline Concerns With EV Battery Fires
Federal Highway Administration officials and emergency responders foresee a need to prepare for large fires in crashes and incidents from lithium-ion battery-powered heavy trucks.
July 13, 2022