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6 trucks of the past, which were ahead of the future

Trucks with promising concepts that failed due to the impractical technology of their time. Ford Big Red, 1964 In the 1950s, the automotive industry witnessed significant expansion, driving the quest for efficient alternatives. In this context, turbine engines emerged as a potential environmentally friendly solution, contrasting with diesel trucks. Ford dedicated research to turbine engines, […]

The importance of avoiding overloading trucks

Excess weight on a truck can have various implications for drivers, the company, and even the vehicle itself. The significance of a truck’s weight is often underestimated. An overloaded truck poses significant risks, from jeopardizing operational safety to affecting overall efficiency. Excessive weight on a truck can lead to diverse consequences for drivers, the company, […]

Choosing between new and used trucks for your business

Buying new vs. used trucks, a quick guide to make the right choice. Acquiring a used truck can be the ideal solution for companies with tight budgets. According to the Truck Purchase and Lease Survey published by Overdrive.com, approximately 60% of owner-operators acquire Class 8 trucks that are second-hand. However, opting for a used truck […]

Navigating the Storm: Expert Insights into Freight and Trucking Fraud

By Bob Dilliplaine In the dynamic world of freight and trucking, the current economic climate has ushered in a challenging era marked by a significant rise in fraudulent activities. As an industry expert with years of experience, I’m here to guide you through these turbulent times, offering crucial insights and strategies to safeguard your business […]

Briefs: Speed limiter proposals, Oregon DMV fee changes, and diesel price trends in 2024

Recent developments in the transportation industry Pending FMCSA speed limiter regulation proposal. The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) had initially set December 29 as the date for the release of the supplemental notice from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regarding the speed limiter regulation proposal, as announced in September. However, significant regulations must […]

Vehicle Recalls: Great Dane with suspension failures and others

350 Champion 2024 model, 33 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2023 and 189,814 Ford Maverick Great Dane, Champion 2024: Suspension Issue Trailer company Great Dane has issued a trailer recall after discovering a suspension problem. According to reports, a loose axle nut may allow the wheel to detach from the trailer, increasing the risk of an accident. The […]

Diesel prices go up after 8 weeks

Average price per gallon rises to $3.914 dollars On Tuesday, December 26, marked the end of the continuous decline that the reference diesel price, used for most fuel surcharges, experienced over eight weeks. The Department of Energy and the Energy Information Administration reported a 2-cent increase per gallon in the weekly diesel price. This increase […]

Volvo’s FH Electric, Truck of the Year 2024

Volvo’s FH Electric pioneering the future of sustainable trucking Volvo Trucks’ FH Electric heavy truck was honored with the prestigious title of “International Truck of the Year for 2024” at a ceremony held during the Solutrans Transport Show in Lyon, France. This annual recognition is awarded to a truck introduced to the market in the […]

Fentanyl Testing for Truck Drivers: how the test works and what’s known

The SAMHSA estimates that the inclusion process could take more than a year A federal drug advisory group has initiated the extensive process of adding fentanyl to the list of substances subject to drug testing for federal employees and truck drivers. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) estimates that the inclusion process […]

3000 years BC: the history of insurance is much older than is believed

The Egyptians, Phoenicians, Babylonians, Romans and Greeks… All of these great civilizations invented the insurance we know today. Is insurance a kind of contract established in modernity? When did they emerge? Because? Researchers from the University of Cuyo, Argentina, determined that – although it is difficult to define the exact date – the beginning of […]