Truckload freight volumes fell last month and national benchmark spot rates for dry van and refrigerated loads retreated from their gains in June, reported DAT Freight & Analytics. The DAT Truckload Volume Index (TVI), a measure of loads moved during a given month, was lower in July for all three equipment types: Van TVI was […]
WASHINGTON — The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Brake Safety Week is set for Aug. 20-26. During Brake Safety Week, commercial motor vehicle inspectors highlight the importance of brake systems by conducting inspections of their components and removing commercial motor vehicles found to have brake-related out-of-service violations from our roadways until those violations are corrected, […]
There’s lots to digest in this week’s trucking economic report. Motive says that industry exits in the U.S. are now reaching into the realms of larger-sized fleets, affecting operations with five trucks or more. To date, it’s predominantly been single-truck operators that have packed it in or rejoined partnerships with larger fleets. Meanwhile, those relying […]
Truck driver training schools must navigate a difficult future as increased operational costs bite into revenue and prospective students shop for lower-fee options. Operating in Ontario’s trucking heartland, Mississauga-based Richards Truck Driving School is witnessing declining student enrolment over the past few months. Operations manager Radek Rogowski says he charges $7,700 for the MELT (mandatory […]
If the last couple years of snarled supply chains, equipment shortages, and inflation have taught us anything, it’s that the trailer has always been an underappreciated asset. While fleets have been quick to adopt truck technologies that can improve productivity and uptime as well as visibility into location, the adoption of such technologies on trailers […]
Ten percent – 88 vehicles – of the 894 commercial motor vehicles inspected in Canada were placed out of service for brake-related violations during Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) Brake Safety Day on April 19. CVSA inspectors inspected 6,829 commercial motor vehicles throughout Canada, Mexico and the U.S. Inspectors found brake-related critical vehicle inspection items […]
As experienced truckers who have traversed countless miles on the open road, we want to share some valuable advice to guide you in your journey. Here are our key insights: Embrace a Safety-First Mindset: Prioritize safety above all else. Always follow traffic rules, maintain a safe distance from other vehicles, and never compromise on safety […]
