It’s not easy to be an owner-operator. While there may be some increased freedoms, there are plenty of challenges too, not least of which are the costs involved in managing an independent business. It takes a savvy approach and an awareness of emerging technologies to make the most of every opportunity as an independent driver….
Not every fleet has the luxury of deploying the latest and greatest trucking technology fleet-wide. Not every driver will be able to get behind the wheel of a new truck that’s perfectly optimized for fuel efficiency. Trucks vary widely in what they can achieve from a fuel efficiency standpoint, but there is one constant that…
In the past we’ve written at Vnomics about some of the powerful ways that fleets can recruit and train young truck drivers. This millennial category of truckers represents a real opportunity for fleets to effectively combat the driver shortage. However, it’s going to take the right approach to not just recruit this new talent, but…
Diesel prices have increased significantly in the past few months. In May, the price per gallon of diesel reported at 72 cents higher than the same time last year. While it may not seem like a big cost to fleets right now, prices will likely continue to be volatile and uncertain. Here’s the good news:…
The conversation in the trucking industry has been dominated by the subject of ELDs for the last few years. Many truck drivers have expressed their concern that the new presence of these electronic logging devices takes away control and only increases operational costs. Others have argued that ELDs make trucking operations faster and more efficient….
Chances are you’ve probably heard (quite a bit) about blockchain by now. There’s been a lot of talk about how it’s going to radically improve how we look at the trucking industry and the supply chain. There’s also a lot of talk about all the ways that it’s going to make everything we do way…
Stop and consider for a minute whether or not it’s genuinely motivating your drivers in the way that you’re looking for. We all know that the driver shortage is a persistent challenge in the trucking industry, and more pay is one of the main things that unhappy drivers ask for (along with more respect and…
NACFE’s recent “Run on Less” event, where several hand-picked trucks were driven across the country to demonstrate the trucking industry’s improvement in fuel economy, was an interesting industry event for sure. It showed that with enough investments in new engine and drive train technology, the use of enough aerodynamic aids, and “public spotlight” pressure on…
There are a lot of promises made about future technologies that will drastically improve fuel efficiency. Looking ahead at these possibilities is always wise, but it’s also worth paying attention to the strategies that can make an impact on fuel savings right now. Futuristic technologies that promise to make trucks more efficient are exciting, but…
The driver shortage in trucking is not a new problem. With common concerns about level of of pay and long hours spent on the road, drivers often decide to move on from their current fleet to another (or leave the trucking industry altogether). This leaves fleet leaders searching for ways to thwart turnover by engaging…