ELD Data Shows Effectiveness, Expert Says
New research and inspection data shows that electronic logging devices are largely on target to reach their goals of improving road safety and simplifying tracking hours of service, according to a technology expert.
April 26, 2021Fleets Cautious About ADAS Adoption, TMC Panelists Say
Advanced driver assistance systems have the potential to improve safety, but the road to adoption in trucking likely remains long, according to experts.
April 23, 2021TMC Highlights Importance of Electronic Inspection Reports
Electronic driver vehicle inspection reports help digitize the inspection process to be more efficient and paperless.
April 23, 2021TMC Employs Gamification to Promote Opportunities for Youth
American Trucking Associations’ Technology & Maintenance Council is forging new ground with the release of a new augmented reality game app aimed at attracting, fostering and welcoming a new generation of skilled technicians to the trucking industry.
April 23, 2021TMC Panelists Offer Guidance on Mentorship, Professional Development
Mentorship programs that offer information to both people involved can be a valuable tool for transportation companies, according to panelists during a session of the Technology & Maintenance Council’s service provider study group.
April 22, 2021VMRS Codes Venture Into Hydraulic Equipment
Hydraulic utility equipment was added to Technology & Maintenance Council’s maintenance coding system updates, the division of American Trucking Associations announced April 20.
April 21, 2021TMC Study Group Offers Guidance to Help Fleets Maintain Clean Vehicles
A Technology & Maintenance Council study group presented best practices to fleets and transportation companies for ramping up cleaning to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
April 20, 2021EPA Provides Updates on Emissions Standards, SmartWay Activities
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency expects to issue a notice of proposed rulemaking later this year aimed at establishing new emissions standards for oxides of nitrogen (NOx) and other pollutants for highway heavy-duty engines, an EPA official told the S.11 study group of the Technology & Maintenance Council of American Trucking Associations during TMC’s virtual spring meeting.
April 19, 2021Task Forces Set Sights on Controlling Corrosion
An American Trucking Associations Technology & Maintenance Council task force called for action April 16 to develop best practices to address cab corrosion.
April 16, 2021Looking to Hire a ‘Fresh-Faced Veteran’ Maintenance Tech? Good Luck
Recruiting military veterans for maintenance positions in trucking fleets’ repair shops is an industry goal, but the prospect of finding and transitioning young vets to become civilian service technicians can be challenging.
April 15, 2021