Transport Topics
More Fleets Turn to EC Transmissions
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In less than five years, electronically controlled, or EC, transmissions have gone from a "maybe" option for a few fleets to the majority spec in new trucks.
Cab Seat Technology Addresses Driver Health Concerns
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Driving a truck for hours on end day after day takes its toll on the body, but the engineers of today's cab seats are doing more than ever to address driver health and comfort concerns. These seats offer an array of features that soothe body aches and pains, reduce vibration and accommodate the range of body sizes.
Truck Techs Keeping Busy With Aftertreatment Issues
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In the wake of federal clean-air mandates in 2007 and 2010, maintenance technicians are working furiously to keep the aftertreatment systems of their fleets' trucks operating.
STB Denies Shippers Group's Request on Governing Rules
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The Surface Transportation Board on Aug. 12 denied a request by a group representing shippers to suspend proposed changes to the bill of lading that governs motor carriers.
West Virginia Trucking Association members receive a 2.7% discount
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