Taking a college course for trucking job that doesn't yet exist
Fleet Owner
JULY 19, 2019
"Autonomous Vehicle Driver & Operations Specialist" is a 12-credit course and is open only to Class A CDL holders at an Arizona college.
LTL in a Post-Yellow World with Curtis Garrett
The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 3, 2023
Their flagship course, Understand LTL: Building an LTL Brain , was released in November 2022 and is designed to make LTL less frustrating and intimidating. The course is unique in that it uses humor, visual appreciation, deep thinking, and lightbulb moments to help students learn about LTL.
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From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now
Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains
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New truck driving course at California high school changing lives
Fleet Owner
MARCH 28, 2018
Dave Dein, a teacher at Patterson High School in California, was unsure what to expect when the father of a student came to speak him two months ago with tears in his eyes. Before my son took your class, he never felt successful,” Dein recalled the
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136 US Truck Driver Shortage Is On Course to Double in a Decade
Material Handling and Logistics
JULY 24, 2019
“At some point, you go from being an operational pain-in-the-neck for the supply chain to real issues for all of us as consumers,” said Bob Costell of the American Trucking Associations.
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MIT Center for Transportation and Logistics with Chris Caplice
The Logistics of Logistics
FEBRUARY 24, 2023
CTL offers a range of educational programs, including a master’s program in supply chain management, executive education courses, and online courses, all of which focus on preparing students for careers in the transportation and logistics industry.
Trucking in the driver’s seat of hotly contested election
Commercial Carrier Journal
JANUARY 4, 2021
By truck, of course. The post Trucking in the driver's seat of hotly contested election first appeared on Commercial Carrier Journal. With the election on the line, how did ballots move to and from?
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Ballard Truck Center Signs as First Mass. Volvo Trucks Certified EV Dealer
NGT News
JUNE 23, 2022
Ballard Truck Center, a fifth-generation family-owned business, is the first Volvo Truck Certified Electric Vehicle (EV) Dealer in Massachusetts at its Tewksbury location. The post Ballard Truck Center Signs as First Mass. Volvo Trucks Certified EV Dealer appeared first on NGT News. Expanding […].
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The 70-year career of a 'trucking legend,' Ken Greff
Overdrive Online
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Trucking cross-country as an owner-operator at age 16, mountain downgrades with some of the first Jake brakes in Western Canada, a crash course in truck sales in Knoxville, Tennessee. The story of Ken Greff's 70-year career has all of it.
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The Free TMS with Tim Higham
The Logistics of Logistics
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
Tim Higham and Joe Lynch discuss the free TMS, which is of course AscendTMS. About AscendTMS AscendTMS is a transportation management system (TMS) used by freight brokers, 3PLs, trucking companies, and shippers to manage their entire business operations. AscendTMS).
Highlights from TPM 2023 with Peter Tirschwell
The Logistics of Logistics
MARCH 31, 2023
In his role Peter leads The Journal of Commerce, the historic New York City maritime newspaper founded in 1827, today a team of specialized business journalists focused on the end-to-end international shipping supply chain including shipping, ports, airfreight, trucking, rail and home delivery, addressed to the needs of shippers.
What the Trucking Industry Could Look Like in 2021
Shipchain
OCTOBER 20, 2020
A Brief Recap on The Trucking Industry’s Recent History. That last few years have been nothing short of eventful for the trucking industry. This, of course, left some large shoes to fill, and unfortunately, 2019 could not meet the mark, with freight rates falling by 27 percent as per Camino Financial.
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Trinity Logistics Celebrates 2021 National Truck Driver Appreciation Week With Truck Payment Cash Drawing
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. Supply chains continue to be hit with challenge after challenge. But this year, the prizes were bigger. With over 1.2
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The VC Perspective with Burak Cendek
The Logistics of Logistics
SEPTEMBER 29, 2022
Burak has worked with more than 200 entrepreneurs over the course of his career. BasicBlock’s industry-leading software and financial services allow independent truck drivers to spend less time worrying about cashflow and more time focused on the road. KlearNow has simplified global customs clearance and drayage functions.
The U.S. vaccine mandate on truck drivers should end
Truck News
FEBRUARY 14, 2023
A year has come and gone since ‘Freedom Convoy’ protesters converged on Ottawa streets, in what was initially framed as a fight against vaccine mandates for border-crossing truck drivers. It didn’t take long for their messages to degenerate into anti-government tirades and conspiracy theories about Covid-19, of course.
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Top Reasons to Appreciate Truck Drivers
Blue Grace Logistics
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
In honor of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week , we’re taking a moment to show our gratitude and pay respect to all the professional truck drivers for all that they do. What’s in the article: How the economy relies on Truck Drivers. Sacrifices Truck Drivers and their families Make. Keeping the Economy Running.
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The Post-Pandemic Supply Chain with Peter Tirschwell
The Logistics of Logistics
AUGUST 22, 2022
In his role Peter leads The Journal of Commerce, the historic New York City maritime newspaper founded in 1827, today a team of specialized business journalists focused on the end-to-end international shipping supply chain including shipping, ports, airfreight, trucking, rail and home delivery, addressed to the needs of shippers.
National Trucking Week message from OTA
Truck News
SEPTEMBER 4, 2021
It has been a particular challenging year for the men and women who have kept our country moving throughout the pandemic — from office workers to warehouse workers and of course our drivers. As chairperson of the Ontario Trucking Association (OTA), I would like to thank […].
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Autonomous Truck Company Torc Robotics Aims to Scale
Logistics Viewpoints
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Steve Banker, after a ride along in an autonomous truck from TORC In 2022, Torc Robotics – a provider of autonomous trucks for the middle mile – and Daimler Truck, who is the majority owner of Torc, held an event for journalists and financial analysts at a Torc facility in Albuquerque. You have sensors with enough range.”
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Autonomous Trucking: IVECO S-WAY Ready for Public Road Testing
NGT News
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
IVECO, the commercial vehicle brand of Iveco Group, and Plus have successfully completed the initial phase of their autonomous trucking pilot, which focused on engineering integration and closed-course testing. The post Autonomous Trucking: IVECO S-WAY Ready for Public Road Testing appeared first on NGT News.
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Truck fleet management: How are my trucks performing in the market?
FreightWaves SONAR
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Truck fleet management has always been intensely focused on knowledge of the freight market. A clear vision for how the market and the fleet can work in unison is at the heart of fleet management within the trucking industry. Effective truck fleet management is vital for successful daily carrier operations.
Assessing COVID-19’s Impact on Trucking Companies
Trinity Logistics
DECEMBER 17, 2020
The economic and operational effects of COVID-19 on the trucking industry have been challenging and devastating. Many have warned the true storm for the trucking sector has yet to arrive, and the effects witnessed to date have been warning signs of what’s yet to come. This has left food-service trucks with dwindling sources of income.
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The State of Logistics Podcasting with Blythe Brumleve
The Logistics of Logistics
MAY 15, 2023
Knowing about her blogging side hustle, the executive team allowed her to take on the additional responsibility of the company’s digital marketing initiatives where over the course of 5 years, orchestrated two website redesigns, implemented an inbound marketing initiative, and established a sales outreach plan. 00:36:05] Starting a Podcast.
The four factors that impact freight trucking revenue and profitability
FreightWaves SONAR
FEBRUARY 26, 2021
(Graphics created by Emily Ricks) Successful freight trucking depends on the joining of profitable loads with timely delivery. And knowing what’s happening to market volatility and trucking carriers across the country is critical to maximizing carrier revenue and margins. Broken down to reefer, dry van and flatbed.
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Why DEF is the trucking acronym that gets my blood boiling
Truck News
JANUARY 18, 2022
I don’t think there is a more hated acronym in all of trucking. DEF, of course, stands for diesel exhaust fluid. DOT even pales in comparison. Would you rather a CRA audit, or DEF issues? Alex, I’ll take CRA audits for $1,000 please.” Unfortunately, North American governments have been “DEF” to the problems it […].
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A Good Diet for Truck Drivers
Trinity Logistics
JUNE 6, 2022
How do truck drivers eat healthy while over the road? Truck drivers can have jam-packed schedules with little time to think about their food choices. While truck stops and fast food joints are often full of food loaded with sugar, sodium, or to-go greasy food. TABLE OF CONTENTS. Skip ahead to the sections you want to read most!
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The “Race” to Win the Autonomous Truck Market
Logistics Viewpoints
MAY 2, 2022
The author, Steve Banker, after a ride along in an autonomous truck from TORC. There is no doubt that autonomous trucks will change the face of logistics. What kind of trucks will they be? When will we see autonomous trucks on the road? TORC is an autonomous truck company and an independent subsidiary of Daimler Truck.
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The Shape of The Trucking Industry In the Post-COVID-19 World
United World Transporation
NOVEMBER 26, 2020
Of course, the trucking industry wasn’t spared, and many aspects are different from the pre-COVID-19 world. However, what will happen to the trucking industry in the post-COVID-19 world? Continue reading below to see what the trucking industry will look like once the COVID-19 pandemic ends. More Last-Mile Delivery.
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Shipping Emissions in Focus: Ship It Zero Reveals Amazon, LG, Samsung and Home Depot’s Stalled Progress
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
IKEA has a head start, but it’s not too late for Home Depot, LG, Samsung, and e-commerce giant Amazon to correct course. From 2019 to 2023, Amazon’s delivery van carbon dioxide emissions grew over 190%, and its heavy-duty truck emissions grew by 51%. Heavy-duty trucks comprise the second largest share of U.S. Amazon’s U.S.
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Mistake Proofing ? Getting People?s Attention
The Lean Thinker
MAY 27, 2020
A typical rental box truck is about 12 feet high (3.65 The result: The more astute of you may have noticed the “OVERHEIGHT MUST TURN” sign just above the smashed truck. Well before the truck approaches the intersection, it passes under a height sensor. And still they miss it. But over a dozen a year do.
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How to Operate Your Distribution Truck Fleet at Less Cost
Logistics Bureau
JUNE 5, 2023
If your company operates a distribution fleet, you’ll know that the costs of running trucks for customer deliveries are continually increasing. The following tips should prove helpful in getting those truck running costs down. But do you know how to operate your fleet for the maximum economy?
The Problems and Challenges with Electric Freight Trucks
Freightera
NOVEMBER 5, 2024
Electric Trucks Are The Future, But How Close Is That Future? While passenger electric cars have seen widespread adoption, transitioning the freight industry to electric trucks has proven to be very challenging, for multiple reasons. Battery Weight and Size One of the most significant hurdles for electric freight trucks is the battery.
Why asset-based carriers are using freight tech to recruit truck drivers
FreightWaves SONAR
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
Many asset-based carriers utilize freight broker and data technology to recruit truck drivers and reel in new talent. Recruiting truck drivers is not only the top challenge for carriers, but it will always remain one of the highest priorities. The truck driver shortage and its relationship to the capacity crunch.
Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (September 27, 2024)
Talking Logistics
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
I’m kidding, of course. Did you hear that there might be a port strike next week at U.S. East Coast ports? Not about the potential strike, but about not hearing about it. My inbox was flooded this week with newsletters and marketing emails telling me about it — “Click here to learn what actions you.
Octillion Reaches Milestone Distributing 1,500 Battery Packs Per Day Globally
NGT News
DECEMBER 9, 2021
Octillion Energy, a global supplier of advanced high-density lithium-ion battery packs for passenger cars, trucks, buses and energy-storage systems, has achieved the milestone of shipping over 1,500 battery packs a day and expects to hit 2,000 packs per day this month.
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How this owner-operator team earned success
Overdrive Online
FEBRUARY 27, 2023
February Truckers of the Month Chris and Ruth Smith took something of an unconventional path to ownership over the course of nearly 30 years, but now the team is banking big profits hauling jet engines for Southern Pride Trucking.
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A Crazy Start to 2025: Questions We are Asking in Logistics
MTS Logistics
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Of course, there is freight that I can pick up other places but that would require a lot of deadhead miles. Keep in mind that if the truck is not moving, I am not getting paid. I would make my delivery to the warehouse where I would drop my loaded trailer and grab an empty trailer. So, I would sit to wait for my next pick up.
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Executives Exploring AI Need to Understand Data Fabrics
Logistics Viewpoints
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
In the supply chain arena, the need to make course corrections is exploding. Mobile robots use camera data, while autonomous trucks use truck sensors, LIDAR, and camera data. This data is often disconnected and scattered across various applications, making it difficult to harness for insights and decision-making.”
Decreasing deadheading in trucking: how carriers are turning to data to maximize assets
FreightWaves SONAR
FEBRUARY 4, 2021
Trucking capacity is tight, and deadheading is the precursor of even stricter capacity. The problem of deadheading in trucking. By utilizing effective trucking RFP protocols, freight managers can ensure trucks stay filled on every leg of every trip. Those that held on in 2020 continue to face obstacles as recovery begins.
Penske Truck Rental is New Los Angeles Marathon Truck Rental Supplier and Gear Check Sponsor
Penske Move Ahead
FEBRUARY 24, 2025
Penske Truck Rental is now a part of the Los Angeles Marathon as the races Official Truck Rental Supplier and Gear Check Sponsor. mile Stadium to the Stars course, starting at Dodger Stadium and culminating near Avenue of the Stars in Century City. On March 16, more than 25,000 participants will navigate the 26.2-mile
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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (October 21, 2022)
Talking Logistics
OCTOBER 21, 2022
Due to floods in Death Valley several weeks ago, the course was changed to avoid closed. After writing about it since January on Talking Logistics, I’m sure you’re all wondering: How did the JDRF Death Valley Ride go last weekend? I’ll let these photos speak for themselves. Overall, it was a fun and inspiring event!
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Top Talking Logistics Posts & Episodes – Plus Indago Highlights (Q2 2023)
Talking Logistics
JULY 5, 2023
It depends on whom you ask, of course. We’ve crossed the halfway mark of 2023. How would you characterize this year so far, from a supply chain and logistics perspective? Better or worse than expected? Any surprises? I’m sure many carriers, for example, are not celebrating the first half of the year.
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Above the Fold: Supply Chain Logistics News (April 1, 2022)
Talking Logistics
APRIL 1, 2022
Of course you do, but can you spot the fake news headlines among the real ones below? Welcome to April. The first of April. You know what that means, right? I bet you can, but which fake headline is closest to being true? Post a comment and let me know. Shanghai Covid-19 Lockdown Poses Fresh.
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Vaccine mandates further threaten supply chain
Truck News
NOVEMBER 18, 2021
This is especially true in the supply chain, where shortages in workers are prevalent in marine, air, rail, and of course, truck drivers. Ever increasing vaccination mandates on essential workers – by both private businesses and governments alike – are causing severe shortages in an already depleted workforce.
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