Freightliner Plus Series medium-duty truck walk around
Productivity and safety were the names of the Freightliner Plus Series M2 and SD games when the OEM unveiled the refreshed medium-duty and vocational trucks at a pre-launch truck event earlier this summer. While the talking point of truck technology finding its way into the vocational truck segment has been building over the past several
Lane keeping assist available for order on new Kenworth Class 8 trucks
New Kenworth Class 8 T680, T880 and W990 trucks are now available for order with the optional Kenworth Lane Keeping Assist. The system was first introduced with the Kenworth T680 Next Generation in 2021. Lane Keeping Assist uses camera input to identify when the truck is departing the lane and provides a “nudge” to help keep the
How tech-driven CalArk supports driver safety, reduces operational costs
When it comes to integrating the latest technology the trucking industry, CalArk is as tech-savvy of a transportation company as they come. Since its founding in 1975, CalArk has grown its operation to include more than 600 trucks between its two operating companies–CalArk International and Central Hauling Company. What originated as a full truckload carrier
Preventing unintended consequences from routine service on ADAS-equipped commercial vehicles
Technology can be a wonderful thing–when it works. When it doesn’t, that same wondrous technology can lead to unintended consequences, including complete mechanical failure. Having a deeper level of understanding how the pieces work together can help us navigate more effectively around all those devices to deliver the benefits we had hoped to achieve. The
Five truck trend takeaways from July
I’ll be the first to admit that I’m not quite ready for the leaves to start falling. The first of August marks the beginning of the end. It’s soon time to turn off the A/C and crank up the heat. Before you know it, Christmas will be right around the corner! … maybe I’m getting
Great Dane facilities receive TTMA 2021 Plant Safety Awards
Great Dane announced that its Jonesboro, AR, and Huntsville, TN, manufacturing facilities have won 2021 Plant Safety Awards from the Truck Trailer Manufacturers Association (TTMA). Great Dane Jonesboro is the winning trailer manufacturing plant in Category A, over 750,000-manhours; Great Dane Huntsville won in Category B, 350,000-750,000-man hours. Great Dane Jonesboro employs more than 400
Why safety training is essential for trucking professionals
The goal of fleet safety training is to protect employees, reduce accidents, save the company money and save everyone time and headaches dealing with accidents. Most fleet safety training programs involve online courses, workshops, and hands-on training for drivers. This all is important, but it’s missing one crucial component: the fleet safety training manager. Without
Detroit Active Side Guard Assist improves safety during low-speed turns
Detroit announced the addition of Active Side Guard Assist (ASGA) to the Detroit Assurance suite of safety systems to improve safety in low-speed, passenger-side turns. Planned for production beginning Sept. 1, ASGA detects moving objects in the path of a right-hand turn at speeds below 12 MPH and applies the brakes, which improves safety at
Mack Trucks launches PreView collision warning technology
Mack Trucks announced the Sensata Technologies PreView multi-sensor collision warning system is now available for order on the Mack LR, Mack LR Electric and Mack TerraPro models. Mack made the announcement at WasteExpo 2022, May 9-12, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada. Sensata uses four radar sensors–one on the front, one on the rear, and one on each
Werner Co. offers ladder, fall protection safety training
Werner, a manufacturer of climbing products and fall protection equipment, has committed to training over 30,000 construction professionals nationwide. Werner hosted more than 150 free in-person training events during the month of May in support of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s 2022 National Safety Stand-Down initiative. According to OSHA, falls from elevation continue to
Five ways to upgrade the safety of your truck fleet
Powered by futuristic-sounding technology like artificial intelligence and global positioning systems, today’s safety platforms are helping trucking fleets not only reduce outlays for insurance premiums and settlements, but also to incur fewer citations, conserve more fuel, reduce wear and tear on vehicles and, most importantly, keeping drivers out of harm’s way through experiencing fewer accidents.
How to prepare for 2022 CVSA roadcheck inspections
Replacing wheel-end components on heavy-duty trucks may not be on the top of every fleet’s mind, but the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) warns truckers to make them a priority–and fast. The CVSA has announced that the theme of the 2022 International Roadcheck inspections will focus on wheel-ends and encourages truckers across North America to