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Start-ups Tech Automation Drones Innovation Logistics Robots Self-Driving Trucks Start-upTrends and innovations in supply chain and logistics. That is what this blog is all bout. Therefore I bring you an overview of the news this week on logistics start-ups and innovations below. MORE
There’s no rail connection directly to the ports, and even so, … Continue reading → Logistics Ports Shipping Supply Chains Trucking container shipping electric vehicles ocean shipping ports supply chains sustainability transportation truckingMaersk is one of the largest, and possibly the most advanced, ocean carriers. The LA/LongBeach ports have been a problem area for air pollution and sustainabiolity for many years. MORE
Truck productivity in crosshairs. Mullett said the supply chain implications of the policy are clear: Less capacity to move freight by truck will mean longer transit times for carriers and higher costs for shippers. Buried in the U.S. MORE
Apparently trucking carriers are rushing to carry loads from the West Coast to inland America. And carriers looking to carry loads back to the West Coast are having trouble finding … Continue reading → Logistics Supply Chains Trucking container shipping supply chains truck rates truckingIt’s because the rates are much higher for Eastbound freight. MORE
Sometimes, the authorities or facilities institute sudden … Continue reading → Logistics Ports Supply Chains Trucking container shipping detention and demurrage intermodal supply chains transportation trucking trucking issuesCalifornia law AB 45 prevents ports and terminals from charging detention and demurrage fees for containers not picked up or empties not delivered when the facilities prevent drivers from picking up or delivering. MORE
a zero-emissions transportation and energy infrastructure solutions company, is collaborating with PGT Trucking Inc., The post PGT Trucking Leases 100 Nikola Fuel Cell Transport Trucks appeared first on NGT News. PGT TruckingNikola Corp., MORE
One of my favorite sources for information about trucking and truck drivers is ATRI, the American Transportation Research Institute. It’s a nonprofit with board members from every aspect of the trucking industry. MORE
The USMCA replacement for NAFTA has not improved anything regarding trucking between the US and Mexico. COVID-19, movement of production from the Far East to Mexico, and no change in regulations, has put demands on trucking firms and on drivers … Continue reading → Logistics Supply Chains Trucking international trade Mexico trucking USMCA MORE
If trucks became all electric, then about 100 million metric tons of CO2 would be saved from going into the atmosphere. Transportation / Trucking MORE
An array of technologies and applications used by truck drivers at the state level to locate and reserve parking spaces highlights the need for a standardized truck-parking information framework across the country, according to a new study. Truck parking apps used by drivers. MORE
The heavy civil construction season is winding down, but that doesn’t mean you have to retire your dump truck for the winter. If you want to keep your fleet busy year round, there’s plenty of snow work for dump trucks depending on what area of the country you’re in. MORE
Welcome back to Truck Talk. This week, we look behind the numbers at recent SPAC financial reports, including a potentially long wait for some Nikola fuel cell truck customers. Hyzon is getting roughly $500 million to scale its fuel cell truck business. Xos Trucks had a big week. MORE
Less than a year ago, Hino Trucks announced that it was building a Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric truck. The post Hino Trucks Debuts XL8 Fuel Cell Electric Truck Prototype appeared first on NGT News. MORE
Fleetmaster Express recently ordered 10 Volvo VNR Electric Class 8 trucks as part of the company’s plan to transition from a diesel fleet to an electric one. They will be the first Class 8 electric trucks in operation in the U.S. MORE
This week, we’re looking at what insurance for autonomous trucks might look like and how truck manufacturers are booking additional revenue by selling chargers and hand-holding advice with electric trucks. FREIGHTWAVES: How do you get a baseline for insuring autonomous trucks? MORE
This week, we’re looking at the meaning of electric trucks delivering groceries, autonomous trucks delivering watermelons and other “firsts” trying to make the case for advanced transportation technologies. A Plus autonomous software-equipped truck takes a 4,000-mile Silk Road journey. MORE
GATR Truck Center has made a significant step towards an all-electric transport future, with a deal to acquire 1,150 zero-emissions SEA M5 electric vehicles (EV) for its clients across Minnesota and Iowa. The post GATR EV Places Major Electric Truck Order appeared first on NGT News. MORE
Conference season is in full swing this fall as the trucking industry welcomes the return of in-person events. All eyes were on Dallas this week as trucking leaders convened for Tank Truck Week (TTW). MORE
The Women in Trucking Story with Ellen Voie. Ellen Voie and Joe Lynch discuss the Women in Trucking story. In May, 2016, she was chosen as one of Fleet Owner’s Dozen Outstanding Women In Trucking. About Women in Trucking. Key Takeaways: The Women in Trucking Story. MORE
But for now there’s a fairly long intro where I talk about my company’s hazmat issues, The post TD155: Yes, More Trucking News appeared first on About Truck Driving. Podcast Show Notes Got a whopper of a show for you today, but once again, there is no main topic. MORE
Photo courtesy of The Next Generation In Trucking Association Podcast Show Notes Today we talk to Dave Dein, a co-founder of The Next Generation In Trucking Association, which is a non-profit organization who’s goal is to get more young people interesting in trucking and logistics careers. MORE
So about this news; we’ve got a handful of truck recalls, Canadian ELDs, lots of driverless trucks being ordered, some useful tips for. The post TD154: Trucking News And Free Stuff! appeared first on About Truck Driving. MORE
But first we’ve got a couple of recalls, The post TD156: The First 6 Months Of Trucking – Part 1 appeared first on About Truck Driving. (c) MORE
Carbon Capture for Semi-Trucks with Paul Gross. Paul Gross and Joe Lynch discuss carbon capture for semi-trucks. Paul is the co-founder and the CEO of Remora , a company that is building a device that captures the carbon emissions from a semi-truck. MORE
So, how does the 3PL sector take advantage of driverless trucks? Transportation / TruckingAutonomous technology is now a reality. MORE
This year has continued to be very demanding for our nation’s truck drivers. From the height of the pandemic to meeting the current increased demand, truck drivers have had to keep moving forward now more than ever. Find out the winners of Trinity’s truck payment drawing. MORE
Think of STOW IT as the Airbnb of trucking. The post How To Find Semi Truck Parking appeared first on About Truck Driving. The following article was written by STOW IT, an online marketplace for car, boat, trailer, RV and semi storage. MORE
While today's truck drivers may not wear capes, they still possess superhero qualities in that they’re agile, resilient and powerful in their own ways. Transportation / Trucking MORE
Anywho, we’ll be covering truck recalls and lots of stuff about truck brakes, myths about. The post TD150: Trucking News Galore! appeared first on About Truck Driving. (c) Anywho, we’ll be covering truck recalls and lots of stuff about truck brakes, myths about. MORE
Volvo Trucks has received an order for 100 Volvo FM Electric trucks from DFDS, Northern Europe’s?largest The deal is the largest commercial order to date for Volvo electric trucks, and one of the largest ever for heavy electric trucks worldwide. MORE
The first five Navistar International medium-duty battery-electric trucks (BETs) will go to Penske Truck Leasing, a customer with a track record of early adoption of new technology, Navistar said Monday. Navistar trails DTNA, Volvo Trucks North America, Mack Trucks and Paccar Inc. MORE
The post TD157: The First 6 Months Of Trucking – Part 2 appeared first on About Truck Driving. (c) trucking first 6 months of trucking new truckers rookie truckers truck driving truck safety trucker stories truckers trucking industry trucking jobs trucking life MORE
Is Elon Musk losing his first-mover edge in electric trucks? Low-mileage used trucks are hard to get. And is that a transforming Mack Truck — or not? But did Tesla push old-line truck manufacturers to accelerate plans for electric trucks? MORE
If you look at the total greenhouse emissions worldwide, then transportation accounts for about 12 percent. Divided by subsector, road transportation is responsible for 75% of those CO2 emissions. No wonder there is a big focus on creating more sustainable modes of transportation. MORE
Allison Transmission, a designer and manufacturer of conventional, electric hybrid and fully electric vehicle propulsion solutions, has been selected by Hino Trucks as its e-Axle development partner for Class 6, 7 and 8 battery electric vehicle (BEV) trucks. MORE
Recent data show that trucking costs are still rising, but not as fast as before. One interesting fact is the decline in Midwest trucking volume. This means … Continue reading → Logistics Trucking fuel surcharges trucking trucking cost vehicle shortageAuto makers have cut production by 30%, and the Midwest is struggling economically. MORE
Trucking Related Topics Supply Chain and Logistics
OCTOBER 27, 2021
One of my favorite sources for information about trucking and truck drivers is ATRI, the American Transportation Research Institute. It’s a nonprofit with board members from every aspect of the trucking industry.
Trucker Dump
AUGUST 10, 2021
But for now there’s a fairly long intro where I talk about my company’s hazmat issues, The post TD155: Yes, More Trucking News appeared first on About Truck Driving. Podcast Show Notes Got a whopper of a show for you today, but once again, there is no main topic.
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Logistics Matter
OCTOBER 3, 2021
Start-ups Tech Automation Drones Innovation Logistics Robots Self-Driving Trucks Start-upTrends and innovations in supply chain and logistics. That is what this blog is all bout. Therefore I bring you an overview of the news this week on logistics start-ups and innovations below.
The Logistics of Logistics
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
The Women in Trucking Story with Ellen Voie. Ellen Voie and Joe Lynch discuss the Women in Trucking story. In May, 2016, she was chosen as one of Fleet Owner’s Dozen Outstanding Women In Trucking. About Women in Trucking. Key Takeaways: The Women in Trucking Story.
Trucker Dump
NOVEMBER 6, 2021
Photo courtesy of The Next Generation In Trucking Association Podcast Show Notes Today we talk to Dave Dein, a co-founder of The Next Generation In Trucking Association, which is a non-profit organization who’s goal is to get more young people interesting in trucking and logistics careers.
Food Logistics
AUGUST 16, 2021
While today's truck drivers may not wear capes, they still possess superhero qualities in that they’re agile, resilient and powerful in their own ways. Transportation / Trucking
The Supply Chain Journal
AUGUST 13, 2021
Welcome back to Truck Talk. This week, we look behind the numbers at recent SPAC financial reports, including a potentially long wait for some Nikola fuel cell truck customers. Hyzon is getting roughly $500 million to scale its fuel cell truck business. Xos Trucks had a big week.
The Supply Chain Journal
MAY 7, 2021
This week, we’re looking at what insurance for autonomous trucks might look like and how truck manufacturers are booking additional revenue by selling chargers and hand-holding advice with electric trucks. FREIGHTWAVES: How do you get a baseline for insuring autonomous trucks?
Trucker Dump
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
The post TD157: The First 6 Months Of Trucking – Part 2 appeared first on About Truck Driving. (c) trucking first 6 months of trucking new truckers rookie truckers truck driving truck safety trucker stories truckers trucking industry trucking jobs trucking life
Supply Chain and Logistics
NOVEMBER 8, 2021
Sometimes, the authorities or facilities institute sudden … Continue reading → Logistics Ports Supply Chains Trucking container shipping detention and demurrage intermodal supply chains transportation trucking trucking issuesCalifornia law AB 45 prevents ports and terminals from charging detention and demurrage fees for containers not picked up or empties not delivered when the facilities prevent drivers from picking up or delivering.
Supply Chain and Logistics
OCTOBER 21, 2021
Recent data show that trucking costs are still rising, but not as fast as before. One interesting fact is the decline in Midwest trucking volume. This means … Continue reading → Logistics Trucking fuel surcharges trucking trucking cost vehicle shortageAuto makers have cut production by 30%, and the Midwest is struggling economically.
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Food Logistics
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
If trucks became all electric, then about 100 million metric tons of CO2 would be saved from going into the atmosphere. Transportation / Trucking
NGT News
OCTOBER 14, 2021
a zero-emissions transportation and energy infrastructure solutions company, is collaborating with PGT Trucking Inc., The post PGT Trucking Leases 100 Nikola Fuel Cell Transport Trucks appeared first on NGT News. PGT TruckingNikola Corp.,
Supply Chain and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 16, 2020
The USMCA replacement for NAFTA has not improved anything regarding trucking between the US and Mexico. COVID-19, movement of production from the Far East to Mexico, and no change in regulations, has put demands on trucking firms and on drivers … Continue reading → Logistics Supply Chains Trucking international trade Mexico trucking USMCA
Trucker Dump
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
But first we’ve got a couple of recalls, The post TD156: The First 6 Months Of Trucking – Part 1 appeared first on About Truck Driving. (c)
The Supply Chain Journal
OCTOBER 15, 2021
Is Elon Musk losing his first-mover edge in electric trucks? Low-mileage used trucks are hard to get. And is that a transforming Mack Truck — or not? But did Tesla push old-line truck manufacturers to accelerate plans for electric trucks?
Logistics Matter
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
If you look at the total greenhouse emissions worldwide, then transportation accounts for about 12 percent. Divided by subsector, road transportation is responsible for 75% of those CO2 emissions. No wonder there is a big focus on creating more sustainable modes of transportation.
Food Logistics
JULY 14, 2021
So, how does the 3PL sector take advantage of driverless trucks? Transportation / TruckingAutonomous technology is now a reality.
NGT News
OCTOBER 6, 2021
Volvo Trucks has received an order for 100 Volvo FM Electric trucks from DFDS, Northern Europe’s?largest The deal is the largest commercial order to date for Volvo electric trucks, and one of the largest ever for heavy electric trucks worldwide.
Trucker Dump
NOVEMBER 7, 2020
Anywho, we’ll be covering truck recalls and lots of stuff about truck brakes, myths about. The post TD150: Trucking News Galore! appeared first on About Truck Driving. (c) Anywho, we’ll be covering truck recalls and lots of stuff about truck brakes, myths about.
The Supply Chain Journal
JUNE 4, 2021
This week, we’re looking at the meaning of electric trucks delivering groceries, autonomous trucks delivering watermelons and other “firsts” trying to make the case for advanced transportation technologies. A Plus autonomous software-equipped truck takes a 4,000-mile Silk Road journey.
NGT News
NOVEMBER 12, 2021
GATR Truck Center has made a significant step towards an all-electric transport future, with a deal to acquire 1,150 zero-emissions SEA M5 electric vehicles (EV) for its clients across Minnesota and Iowa. The post GATR EV Places Major Electric Truck Order appeared first on NGT News.
The Supply Chain Journal
OCTOBER 14, 2021
Conference season is in full swing this fall as the trucking industry welcomes the return of in-person events. All eyes were on Dallas this week as trucking leaders convened for Tank Truck Week (TTW).
Supply Chain and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 20, 2021
Apparently trucking carriers are rushing to carry loads from the West Coast to inland America. And carriers looking to carry loads back to the West Coast are having trouble finding … Continue reading → Logistics Supply Chains Trucking container shipping supply chains truck rates truckingIt’s because the rates are much higher for Eastbound freight.
NGT News
AUGUST 31, 2021
Less than a year ago, Hino Trucks announced that it was building a Class 8 hydrogen fuel cell electric truck. The post Hino Trucks Debuts XL8 Fuel Cell Electric Truck Prototype appeared first on NGT News.
Supply Chain and Logistics
SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
There’s no rail connection directly to the ports, and even so, … Continue reading → Logistics Ports Shipping Supply Chains Trucking container shipping electric vehicles ocean shipping ports supply chains sustainability transportation truckingMaersk is one of the largest, and possibly the most advanced, ocean carriers. The LA/LongBeach ports have been a problem area for air pollution and sustainabiolity for many years.
The Supply Chain Journal
OCTOBER 11, 2021
The first five Navistar International medium-duty battery-electric trucks (BETs) will go to Penske Truck Leasing, a customer with a track record of early adoption of new technology, Navistar said Monday. Navistar trails DTNA, Volvo Trucks North America, Mack Trucks and Paccar Inc.
The Logistics of Logistics
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Carbon Capture for Semi-Trucks with Paul Gross. Paul Gross and Joe Lynch discuss carbon capture for semi-trucks. Paul is the co-founder and the CEO of Remora , a company that is building a device that captures the carbon emissions from a semi-truck.
Trux
NOVEMBER 1, 2021
The heavy civil construction season is winding down, but that doesn’t mean you have to retire your dump truck for the winter. If you want to keep your fleet busy year round, there’s plenty of snow work for dump trucks depending on what area of the country you’re in.
The Supply Chain Journal
JULY 27, 2021
Truck productivity in crosshairs. Mullett said the supply chain implications of the policy are clear: Less capacity to move freight by truck will mean longer transit times for carriers and higher costs for shippers. Buried in the U.S.
Trucker Dump
MAY 25, 2021
So about this news; we’ve got a handful of truck recalls, Canadian ELDs, lots of driverless trucks being ordered, some useful tips for. The post TD154: Trucking News And Free Stuff! appeared first on About Truck Driving.
NGT News
SEPTEMBER 1, 2021
Allison Transmission, a designer and manufacturer of conventional, electric hybrid and fully electric vehicle propulsion solutions, has been selected by Hino Trucks as its e-Axle development partner for Class 6, 7 and 8 battery electric vehicle (BEV) trucks.
The Supply Chain Journal
JUNE 14, 2021
An array of technologies and applications used by truck drivers at the state level to locate and reserve parking spaces highlights the need for a standardized truck-parking information framework across the country, according to a new study. Truck parking apps used by drivers.
The Supply Chain Journal
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
Fleetmaster Express recently ordered 10 Volvo VNR Electric Class 8 trucks as part of the company’s plan to transition from a diesel fleet to an electric one. They will be the first Class 8 electric trucks in operation in the U.S.
Trinity Logistics
OCTOBER 5, 2021
This year has continued to be very demanding for our nation’s truck drivers. From the height of the pandemic to meeting the current increased demand, truck drivers have had to keep moving forward now more than ever. Find out the winners of Trinity’s truck payment drawing.
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