More and more women are choosing to become truck drivers with the percentage of those in the industry tripling over the last 15 years. There are many reasons for this, but the most common one is that women are looking for a profession that offers them financial stability and independence. Truck driving is a great …
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Downtime is a fleet manager’s worst nightmare. When vehicles are out of commission, it costs money in terms of lost productivity and repairs. In fact, one study pegs the annual loss at around $3.3 billion industry-wide. In this blog post, we will discuss four ways to minimize downtime and keep your fleet running smoothly! 1. …
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The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has announced new rear impact guard standards that were finalized on July 7, 2022. These new standards are designed to improve the safety of commercial vehicles involved in rear-end collisions. According to the NHTSA, the updated standards will help reduce fatalities and serious injuries resulting from such collisions. …
Maintaining a fleet of heavy-duty trucks is a big job. Between the constant wear and tear on the vehicles and the ever-changing regulations, it can be difficult to keep track of everything. That’s where predictive maintenance comes in. Predictive maintenance is a strategy that uses data analytics to identify potential issues with the equipment before …
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It’s not as easy as it looks! You can tell that by a large number of insurance claims that trucking companies file each year due to issues backing up trailers. Backing up a semi-truck trailer can be a tricky process, especially if you’re not used to it. In this blog post, we’ll provide some tips …
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Heavy-duty vehicles are those that are built to tow or carry heavy loads. They require a greater amount of power to start than passenger vehicles and so may need a jumpstart from time to time. If you are unsure whether your heavy-duty vehicle needs a jumpstart, there are certain signs you can look for. In …
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Monthly fleet inspections are an important part of keeping your business running smoothly and profitably. Without them, your vehicles could develop problems that could lead to costly repairs or even accidents. In fact, vehicle accidents account for $230.6 billion in damages annually in the US alone. Many could have been avoided with proper care. As …
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If you’re like most transportation business owners, you’re always looking for ways to save money and increase efficiency. When it comes to your mobile fleet, maintenance is a critical area where you can’t afford to cut corners. After all, you’re going to experience a breakdown or need for service approximately every 10,000 miles. It’s important …
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If you are a truck driver, then you know that load shifting can be a serious problem. This can happen when the weight of the cargo shifts, which can cause the truck to lose balance and even tip over. While exact numbers are unclear, about 130,000 motorists are seriously injured each year in accidents involving …
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Is TA Road Squad really that bad? That’s the question many truckers are asking after reading reports of poor service and unprofessionalism. Some drivers have even gone so far as to call Road Squad a “total scam.” So is it time to switch to another road service? Or is this just a case of a …
