Business, Technology, Equipment

Technology Adds Visibility, Efficiency to Yard Operations

As the logistics industry moves into the new year, supply chain challenges still remain. Although yard operations serve a critical link, the yard can become a black hole if not managed properly.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
January 10, 2022
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Top 100

Better Planning, Equipment Maintenance Are Key to Improved Loading Dock Efficiency

In a time when supply chain issues have reached critical mass, trucking and warehouse companies, as well as dock equipment managers, have been searching for solutions for better efficiency.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
December 3, 2021

Using Social Media to Connect With Drivers, Customers

Trucking companies are using social media to connect with drivers, build their brands and recruit and retain workers. And they’re having success.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
November 25, 2021
Technology, Equipment

Proper Lighting Gives Fleets Brighter Maintenance Outlook

Faulty trailer lighting is one of the most common roadside violations that inspectors find.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
October 8, 2021
Business, Technology, Safety

Tech Vendors Prepare for Canada’s Move to E-Logs

The trucking industry’s migration to federally mandated electronic logging devices is complete in the United States, but that transition is still a work in progress in Canada.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
September 10, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment

Fleets, OEMs Invest in Seat Technology to Improve Driver Comfort, Safety

Since truck drivers spend so much of their professional lives sitting behind the steering wheel, the driver’s seat is a crucial part of the vehicle spec.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
July 23, 2021
Business, Top 100

Fleets Turn Attention to Driver Lifestyle

At a time when attracting and retaining professional truck drivers has become more difficult than ever, fleets are thinking differently about this persistent industry challenge.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
June 18, 2021
Business, Technology, Safety

Carriers Use Pre-Planning to Help Drivers Secure Truck Parking

Trucking companies are addressing the parking shortage in multiple ways, including advance planning, using technology to access real-time information on parking availability, or even embracing paid reservations for parking spaces or hotel rooms to make it easier for drivers to shut down for the night.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
March 15, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Fleets Fight Increase in Cargo Theft With High- and Low-Tech Solutions

As if 2020 wasn't difficult enough for trucking, the industry also saw a substantial rise in cargo theft. Here's what some fleets are doing to fight it.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
February 23, 2021
Business, Equipment, Safety

Fleets Implement Techniques to Fight Corrosion From Salts

Keeping roadways free of snow and ice is critical for safety, but the de-icing products states use — mainly chlorides — are notorious for causing truck corrosion, creating a significant risk to equipment.

Mindy Long | Special to Transport Topics
January 29, 2021