Despite the Trump administration’s putting the brakes on federal rulemaking, OOIDA is ramping up its own regulatory push back: The small business trucking group has created a video demonstrating the dangers of speed-limited trucks. But are speed limiters really the issue? A veteran professional driver doesn’t think so. Better driver training and “common courtesy” are the real solutions to the problems caused by big rigs driving side by side on the freeways.
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Speed limiters, elephant races, and professional drivers
Despite the Trump administration’s putting the brakes on federal rulemaking, OOIDA is ramping up its own regulatory push back: The small business trucking group has created a video demonstrating the dangers of speed-limited trucks. But are speed limiters really the issue? A veteran professional driver doesn’t think so. Better driver training and “common courtesy” are the real solutions to the problems caused by big rigs driving side by side on the freeways.
Maintenance training for U.S. Army mechanics
One of the reasons U.S. military mechanics are highly-prized by the trucking industry – and, yes, they are still called “mechanics” in the service – is that they receive extensive training, especially for “wheeled-vehicles…
Maintenance training for U.S. Army mechanics
One of the reasons U.S. military mechanics are highly-prized by the trucking industry – and, yes, they are still called “mechanics” in the service – is that they receive extensive training, especially for “wheeled-vehicles…
Profits Up at CSX, Decline at CP in 1Q; Harrison Pushes for Rail Consolidation
Rail freight companies began the earnings season with mixed results as profits rose 1.7% at CSX Corp. but plunged 20% at Canadian Pacific Railway Ltd. in the first quarter compared with the same period a year ago.
ExpoCam Provides Recruiting Opportunities for Companies
MONTRÉAL – Mercer Transportation Co. is a regular at the Mid-America Trucking Show because the flatbed carrier and MATS share Louisville, Ky., as a hometown – but that was not a reason to avoid ExpoCam.
ExpoCam Provides Recruiting Opportunities for Companies
MONTRÉAL – Mercer Transportation Co. is a regular at the Mid-America Trucking Show because the flatbed carrier and MATS share Louisville, Ky., as a hometown – but that was not a reason to avoid ExpoCam.
Pricey Canadian Diesel Kindles Desire for Aero Savings
MONTREAL – Two suppliers of aerodynamic fairings at the ExpoCam truck show here said sales of the mileage-enhancing products are popular on both sides of the U.S.-Canadian border. However, a key difference is the approach of the government.
Pricey Canadian Diesel Kindles Desire for Aerodynamic Savings
MONTREAL – Two suppliers of aerodynamic fairings at the ExpoCam truck show here said sales of the mileage-enhancing products are popular on both sides of the U.S.-Canadian border. However, a key difference is the approach of the government.
Mack, SAF Holland Roll Out Extra-Heavy-Duty Options
MONTREAL – Equipment manufacturers Mack Trucks and SAF Holland rolled out extra-heavy-duty options here at the ExpoCam truck show, while an executive with trailer maker Manac Inc. pointed out that his customers often have to heat their dry vans.