Infographic: Trucks, the New Green Machine?
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Tag: Diesel
Proposed PA Fuel Tax Hike May Cost Trucking Companies 300k Yearly
Bad news for small carriers that route through Pennsylvania: Your bottom line may be increasing to the point of truck driver cutbacks. How much? Nearly 400,000 in the first year alone. The proposed fuel taxes are some of the newest Go To plans for states to fund infrastructure shortfalls on the backs of trucking companies, [...]
Michigan Proposes 18 Cent Diesel Fuel Tax
In another move to hurt the bottom line of small trucking companies, Michigan Governor Rick Snyder this week announced plans to boost the cost of diesel fuel another $0.18 cents for the first time since 1984. The reason? State budget shortfalls for road and bridge improvements and maintenance. The Republican governor acknowledged it will be [...]
Traffic Congestion Costs Truck Drivers $27 Billion A Year
Find out how much it costs truck drivers for every hour spent waiting in traffic, and find out which cities cost drivers the most.
Truck of the Future? Artisan VS Designs Diesel Hybrid
Would you consider this truck option?
Mobile Apps: Gas Buddy Can Save Fuel Money
A free mobile app can help truck drivers save a good percentage of their fuel budget with each pump. Do you use it?
What Does Idling Actually Cost Truck Drivers?
Do you save money by limiting your idle time? What are some alternatives to idling?
Transportation ‘Fair’ Tax Would Tax Miles Driven
Would this save you money or cost you more?
Clean Energy Completes First Stage of Nationwide Fueling Stations
If CNG was as available to you as diesel, would you make the switch?
30K in Diesel Fuel Stolen in Long Running Scheme
A simple scam run by two truck drivers pulled tens of thousands in fuel out of pumps, before finally being discovered.
Opinions: The Truth About Fuel Additives
Sean Kilcarr asks “What benefits truck drivers the most when it comes to fuel additives?” The answer is complicated.
Navistar to Shift Engine Tech for EPA Compliance in 2013
Navistar today announced plans to use a new diesel emissions technology for its MaxxForce 13- and 15-liter engines that now rely solely on exhaust gas recirculation. The new after-treatment technology is called In-Cylinder Technology Plus.
Diesel Fuel Price Index | May 14 – 21
These diesel fuel prices are based on the On-Highway Diesel Prices, by Week and PADD, by Self Service Cash Price in Dollars per Gallon, Including Taxes for the week of May 14th through the 21st, 2012.
Diesel Fuel Price Index | May 8 – 15
This diesel fuel price index is based on the total average of On-Highway Diesel Prices, by Week and PADD during May 8 through 15th, 2012.
Video: Loader Puts Coin in Bottle
A dock loader shows off his precision loading skills by using his diesel lift to pull a coin from the ground and then placing it in a bottle.
Diesel Fuel Price Index | Apr. 30 – May 6
This is the diesel fuel price average index for On-Highway Diesel Prices, by Week and PADD for Self Service Cash Price in Dollars per Gallon, Including Taxes for April 30 – May 6th, 2012.
Infographic: Basics of the Truck Driving Industry
How much does a truck weigh? How far does a Class 8 tractor go? This infographic gives you an idea.
CTA Study Predicts CA Diesel Prices Over $6 Gal
A new study by the California Trucking Association predicts something awful for truckers. Find out how bad it might get inside.
Apply for $20M EPA Diesel Emissions Grant
The closing date to submit a proposal is coming soon. The EPA is committed to updating emissions standards for all diesel engines.
Closer Look: 2012 Peterbilt 579 Truck
Look inside the cab and under the hood of this year’s flagship Peterbilt semi trucks – the Model 579. It’s just about as much truck as you’ll ever need.
Diesel Fuel Price Index | Apr. 23 – 30
All diesel fuel prices are averaged by PADD, including taxes, for the week of April 23rd – 30th, 2012.
Diesel Prices Drop for the First Time Since 2011
Oil prices dropped the most since December 2011, but will they remain steady or continue to drop? Find out the details and what’s behind the sudden drop.
How to Prevent Wheel-Offs
Wheel Offs can be extremely dangerous, yet easily avoided. Why do they continue to happen, and how can you avoid them?
Closer Look: 2012 International ProStar Eagle
The newest flagship of the International line is under the microscope today, with a video and features list for you to inspect.
ATA Releases the 2012 Edition of American Trucking Trends
The ATA released its annual edition of American Trucking Trends for 2012. How much gasoline did trucks use last year? What is the percentage of women and minority truckers? Find out here.
Closer Look: 2012 Peterbilt 386
Our friends at Peterbilt Atlantic give us a view under the hood and inside the cab of this versatile and fuel efficient semi tractor – the 2012 Model 386.
Seasons 1 & 2 of “Swamp Loggers” Now on Netflix
After the news that Discover Channel canceled the cult TV hit “Swamp Loggers,” Netflix stepped up to the plate and offered the show to more people on their streaming video service.
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