Author: Fleet Owner Staff

Regulatory pressures are rising, and the capacity required for a hot freight market was slow to increase in the first quarter, putting pressure on rates, according to FTR analysis.
The February Shippers Conditions Index reading from FTR was unchanged

For the last 17 years, Fleet Owner editors have considered a select group of nominees for Fleet of the Year awards. Here are 2018’s best of the best fleets.

“We believe our company culture is a natural fit for veterans getting out of the military … over 35% of our employees are veterans.” —Cheryl Freauff, vice president of driver recruiting, TMC

“People will rally to a cause to help out their fellow human beings. This time [Hurricane Harvey], maybe more so than ever before.” —Scott McClelland, president, Houston Division of H-E-B

“This is your obligation and this is what the job description calls for. If you need help, we’ll help you get it right.” —Al Lacombe, vice president of safety and risk management, Dupré Logistics

“Any new fleet we put into service is in the predictive maintenance program from the start.” —Dan Dietrich, manager of fleet engineering and quality assurance, GCRTA

The Amp CNG ultra fast-fill CNG station is now open to the public and takes all major credit and fleet cards. The station is already fueling US Foods’ Buda-based fleet of 50 CNG trucks.

The refuse lineup, including the Models 220, 520 and 567 as well as an advanced Model 520 Demonstration Vehicle with a fully electric drivetrain are on display at the Waste Expo in Las Vegas this week.

The only thing worse than a broken truck part is further damage done in the repair shop. To keep repair professionals safe, aide in faster diagnosis, and prevent unnecessary mistakes on their behalf, Mitchell 1 has shared a few tips and reminders on

This next-generation Class 8 truck was designed and built by Shell Lubricants and AirFlow Truck Co. with the aim of demonstrating what is possible in reducing energy demand in freight transportation.