If you’d benefit from an extra $700 a year, fuel-efficient tires may be the answer.[1] Many tires claim to be ‘fuel-efficient,’ but determining just what they are doing to save you on fuel can be difficult. When selecting fuel-efficient tires, there are a few critical features to look for. We will review the features of… Read more »
Despite the cost benefits of changing your semi-truck tires, the tire-changing process can be complex without the right equipment. Fortunately, several semi-truck tire-changing tools make the tire-changing process easier, faster, and safer. When it comes to tire replacement, the ideal is to equip a tire that you don’t need to replace very often in the… Read more »
If you feel it’s getting more expensive to keep your eighteen wheels on the road, you’re not alone. A new study from the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) shows that truckers’ operating expenses are increasing nationwide. The study also noted that no ‘substantial improvements’ for the industry were eminent, necessitating truckers to discover new ways… Read more »
The American Automobile Association (AAA) anticipates that over 60 million Americans will hit the road this Independence Day, making for unprecedented Independence Day traffic. For truckers, this can mean delays up to 67% longer than usual to their typical routes. More importantly, more drivers pose a safety risk for truckers. To be aware of delays… Read more »
Brake-related issues are responsible for more out-of-service violations than any other infraction. In 2023, 25.2% of all vehicle out-of-service violations during the CVSA International Roadcheck were brake-related. In response to the dangerously high presence of brake violations, the CVSA introduced Brake Safety Week 2024. Despite the initiative’s history of reducing safety concerns, unprepared carriers can… Read more »
From 2018 – 2022, the number of fatalities on the road rose 16%. In 2022 alone, 42,795 fatal crashes claimed motorist lives. In response to the dire epidemic of vehicle-related fatalities, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) created Operation Safe Driver Week 2024. What is Operation Safe Driver Week 2024? Operation Safe Driver Week… Read more »
As the trucking market becomes tighter, carriers are looking high and low for tire discounts. Fortunately, services like England Carrier Services (ECS) offer special pricing on credible, name-brand tires like the BFGoodrich DR444 drive tire to help carriers. But how? It may seem too good to be true to receive tires at a reduced price… Read more »
The NOAA recently shared “Life-saving information” about a stronger-than-normal hurricane season. From June 1 to November 30, the NOAA predicts an 85% chance of an above-normal season, a 10% chance of a regular season, and a 5% chance of a below-normal season. Image courtesy of the NOAA. In addition to the dangers to safety… Read more »
Today, there are more than 750,000 active motor carriers in the United States. Of those carriers, 95.8% have ten or fewer trucks. 99.7% have fewer than 100. In a competitive, volatile, and ever-evolving market, growing a successful trucking company can feel challenging. Even when established, maintaining your earned growth can be even more difficult. C.R…. Read more »
If you struggle with loneliness in trucking, you’re not alone. Loneliness is prevalent issue in mental health and trucking. In a survey of several hundred truckers, 27.9% reported a severe struggle with loneliness. Additionally, 26.9% reported feeling depressed, 20.6% struggle sleeping, and 14.5% battle with anxiety. These numbers are tragic. Loneliness is a very real… Read more »
