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POLL: Manual or automated -- What transmission's in your truck?
Are you still grabbing gears traditionally with a fully manual transmission or have you embraced engine makers' AMT transmission pairings aimed at optimal partially automated efficiency? Weigh in via the poll here.
April 19, 2021
Equipment
DOE announces $162M SuperTruck 3 funding opportunity
The Energy Dept. offering $100 million for medium- and heavy-duty electric truck developers, along with $62M to expand electric vehicle infrastructure and lower emissions for on- and off-road vehicles. Also: I-40 paving project in AZ; new Love's; more.
April 15, 2021
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An emissions-systems cautionary tale for new truck-tech development
Trucker Joel Morrow offered high-ranking SuperTruck 3 stakeholders a cautionary tale of real-world consequences when new technology isn't adequately validated.
April 15, 2021
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Diesel cylinder deactivation reduces NOx by 74%
As emissions rules tighten, diesel cylinder deactivation testing by Cummins and Tula shows big NOx reductions and double-digit gains in fuel efficiency.
April 13, 2021
Equipment
Recalls issued for certain International, Mack trucks
Two Navistar recalls include upwards of 1,400 trucks, while a Mack recall affects more than 500 trucks. Also, Love's will offer deals on inspections leading up to Roadcheck next month; and new reporting/insurance benefits for owner-ops with this dashcam.
April 12, 2021
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POLL: How are you prepping for Roadcheck?
The annual Roadcheck inspection spree is set for May 4-6 this year; how are you prepping -- or planning around -- this year?
April 9, 2021
Equipment
Updated: Maintenance know-how to stay ahead of inspectors
From tires and brakes to air and emissions systems, we've compiled the best truck maintenance tips to help keep your rig passing inspections and hauling strong.
February 14, 2020
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Pete debuts four new vocational models
After 25 years, Peterbilt overhauls its medium duty truck lineup.
April 7, 2021
Regulations
Speed limiters, crash avoidance systems among NTSB's 'Most Wanted' safety improvements
The National Transportation Safety Board's 2021-2022 top 10 'Most Wanted' list includes five items directly related to highway safety. Also: A section of I-196 in Michigan will close for several months; new breakfast options at PFJ.
April 7, 2021
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Kenworth's all-new medium duty lineup has automotive vibe
Kenworth's production-ready trucks are purposefully built to fully address critical medium-duty market needs of fleet customers and drivers.
April 5, 2021
Equipment
Two recalls hit 11K Freightliner, Western Star trucks
The recalls include certain 2021 Freightliner Cascadia and Western Star 4700 trucks and 2019-2021 Western Star 4700 and 5700 trucks. Also, plan for delays on I-69 in southern Michigan; Hankook tire prices increasing.
April 5, 2021
Channel 19
The power of video evidence in fighting tickets, DataQs challenges
Courtroom crash dissembling and drama can be cut as with a sharp knife by good video evidence that proves your case, as this example from a Virginia bulk hauler shows clearly. It helps a speedy DataQs challenge, too.
April 1, 2021
Channel 19
The environmental benefit of adequate highway investment, and: Manual v. automatic?
What last year's COVID fuel-mileage boost for owner-operators might say about the long-term value of infrastructure investment that keeps up with demand. And: Reviving an old debate over manual/automated transmissions in training.
March 31, 2021
Equipment
Prime time for air disc brakes
Increasing air disc brake adoption has been driven by a variety of factors, including improved stopping distance, serviceability, heat-handling dynamics, and more. Here are several key points to consider before making a switch from drums.
March 25, 2021
Equipment
3 ways to extend DPF life and keep filters running cleaner
Maintaining diesel particulate filters can be a tough and costly battle. Here are three ways to extend the life of your DPF and reduce downtime and costs associated with repairs and upkeep.
March 25, 2021
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Don't let the push toward electric powertrains turn into a 'green monopoly'
Op-ed contributor Aaron Terrazas: In societal quest for fewer emissions, "unless we make a conscious effort to ensure that green trucking tech is available to smaller trucking firms, any green freight revolution risks slipping toward a green monopoly."
March 17, 2021
Equipment
Winter storms, higher demand driving diesel prices up
Refinery slowdowns in Texas due to unprecedented winter storms, combined with rising demand due to COVID vaccinations and increased economic activity, have driven diesel prices to the highest national average in nearly two years.
March 10, 2021
Regulations
Oregon lawmaker looks to ban diesel sales in state
The legislation, if passed, would phase out the sale of diesel fuel in Oregon completely by 2028 in favor of renewable diesel. Also, a large carrier is increasing driver pay for its drivers based in 10 Northeast states.
March 9, 2021
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Overdrive’s Pride & Polish opens 2021 competition
Owners who've taken any "shelter-at-home" time over the tough year to work on the rig can show off those efforts by entering Overdrive’s Pride & Polish 2021 photo competition, which opens today.
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