Highway Devolution is Taking a Toll on Trucks
Freightliner Trucks On-Highway NewsletterFunding of highway and public transportation system maintenance has shifted from the federal government to the states, causing a “devolution” of U.S. highways. As a result, necessary bridge and highway maintenance projects are delayed, state governments are making cuts to cover maintenance and new road projects, and state and local governments are implementing more tolls to help fund these projects.
Freightliner Revamps Its Team Run Smart Website
Freightliner Trucks On-Highway NewsletterFreightliner Trucks has launched a new version of its Team Run Smart website, an open online community that truckers can turn to for expertise on a variety of topics. With over 48,000 members, Freightliner has enhanced the website for an improved user experience, easier access to information, and additional content to assist owner-operators and fleet customers at becoming better at the business of trucking.
Preview: Freightliner Trucks at NACV
Freightliner Trucks On-Highway NewsletterOn September 25-28th, the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta will be hosting the first ever North American Commercial Vehicle (NACV) Show. Attendees can prepare to see an impressive display of on-highway and vocational trucks from Freightliner (Booth #1612).
The Role of Technicians in the Design of the Cascadia Results in More Uptime
Freightliner Trucks On-Highway NewsletterWhile designing the Cascadia, Freightliner hosted two Tech Week events where top technicians in North America were given a sneak peek of the new truck and were asked to provide feedback on its serviceability. Their comments and input resulted in technician-friendly changes to the design of the Cascadia.
Five Tips for a Healthy Lifestyle on the Road
Freightliner Trucks On-Highway NewsletterWorking out of a truck can create roadblocks to healthy living. Typically, drivers don’t have set schedules, rely on truck stops for nourishment, and sit for long stretches of time. Over time, this could lead to various health problems, including weight gain, back pain, and lethargy.
His-and-Hers Logging Trucks are Anything but Cutesy
Freightliner Trucks Severe Duty NewsletterJeff Havela Trucking is a husband-and-wife logging team that operates on the south shore of Lake Superior in Michigan. They average 60- to 150-mile runs hauling raw products from the woods to the mill, and after 22 years of driving other trucks, they made the switch to Freightliner.
Introducing the 122SD Sleeper Auto Hauler
Freightliner Trucks Severe Duty NewsletterFreightliner Trucks recently developed a 122SD Sleeper Auto Hauler in partnership with Fontaine Modification Company. This development was in response to a request for an integral sleeper design from Diversified Automotive, a committed Freightliner customer.
Recap: 2017 WasteExpo in NOLA
Freightliner Trucks Severe Duty NewsletterIn case you missed it, the 2017 WasteExpo took place May 9–11 in New Orleans. WasteExpo is designed for waste and recycling leaders, and is where the best minds in the waste, recycling, and organics industry turn for inspiration, innovation, and guidance. So naturally, Freightliner Trucks was there.
Elliott Equipment Company Picked the Freightliner M2 106 to Power its First Digger Derrick
Freightliner Trucks Severe Duty NewsletterElliott Equipment Company recently developed the D105, its first digger derrick for the electric utility, construction, and maintenance industries. It has a 107-foot sheave height, 20,000 foot-pound high-torque digger system, a digging radius of up to 41 feet, and digging depth of up to 16 feet — and it’s powered by a Freightliner M2 106.
Two Earnhardt Generations Choose Miller/Freightliner
Freightliner Trucks Severe Duty NewsletterMiller Industries is a second-generation towing and recovery equipment manufacturer founded in 1990. The carriers they build — up to 30 feet in length with deck capabilities of up to 40 thousand pounds — are such high quality that both the late Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Dale Earnhardt Jr. have trusted them with their NASCAR fleets.