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How well will truck drivers react to having an assistant?

I was recently south of the border doing a test drive at the Paccar plant in Washington State when I had one of a few opportunities lately to ride in…

That’s a wrap

Why you should consider wrapping your trailer with graphics

Post-traumatic stress behind the wheel

Many people have heard the term Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), but how many of us have a plan in place to deal with the effects? PTSD is a mental and…

Wheels of misfortune

Another dead cyclist, and more hand-wringing about road safety

Breakdowns put a dent in retirement plans

I have finally experienced something I thought would never happen. I got a phone call from my repair shop giving me an update on my truck and they told me…

Drivers to blame for decreasing rates

For years, I’ve argued for much higher pay for drivers and owner-operators. It seems a stupid argument for a small business owner to make, but at least you know my…

Sometimes, timing is everything

There are nearly 200 days until the deadline to file your personal income tax return. It feels like it’s a long way off – heck, it’s not even Christmas yet.

In support of e-logs

The move to electronic logging devices (ELDs) is a point of contention for some, but on the flip side, there has been a push towards this mandate to help level…

Let’s talk about mental health

I have something difficult to share. A driver that I had run down the road with several times over the years and had come to know as another one of…

Maintaining proper alignment

Heading down the road, it’s natural to settle into your seat, relax and get comfortable for the miles ahead. However, long-term slouching could impact your overall health, since proper posture…

What to know about colon polyps

I think it is safe to say that most of us have heard the term colon polyp at some point in our lives. However, many people do not know exactly…

Follow the leader

Impressive demonstrations in Europe hint of a transformational technology to come

Get off on the right foot

Choose the correct technology to achieve your goals and avoid data overload

Trucking and the Internet of Things

Getting a handle on the profound effect on how trucks are spec’ed, operated and maintained now and into the future

Legislated or not, the only rule in trucking is “expect change”

Whether you’re a fleet owner or a driver, the hand of government is never far away and it can almost seem as if it’s interested only in making your lives…