For truck drivers who have been within the business for years, trial and error has been the key in managing their time on the road. However, new truck drivers don’t have the time to go through the trial and error process. In order to manage their time properly, new truck drivers should consider the following tips.
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Tips for New Truck Drivers
Friday, October 30th, 2015The Traits of a Professional Truck Driver
Friday, September 4th, 2015While almost anyone can easily learn how to operate a standard vehicle, not everyone can learn how to operate a truck. Because driving a tractor trailer requires such skill and patience, it is important to trust a professional truck driver when it comes to shipping your freight. You may find that there are several trucking options available to you when it comes to freight shipping, but only a handful of these options can provide you with a professional truck driver. But do you know how to determine if someone is a professional truck driver? Do you know the traits that create a professional truck driver?
Truck Driving Safety Tips
Thursday, April 30th, 2015
For those not in the truck driving industry, the job may seem like an easy and simple task. However, for those who are within the truck driving industry, the harsh truth is the job requires attention and precision or else it can become quite dangerous. In fact, in 2012 alone, large trucks were involved in at least 300,000 accidents across the nation. In a 2014 publication of Time, truck driving found itself at number 8 within their list of the top 10 most dangerous jobs.
The Truck Driver of Tomorrow
Wednesday, September 24th, 2014While some may see truck driving as an immutable, unchanging profession, the truth is that the industry is quickly headed in many different and exciting new directions at breakneck speed. The successful truck driver of 10 years from now may be a very, very different kind of person and employee than the successful truck driver of today.
According to Market Research firm Frost & Sullivan’s Sandeep Kar, the truck driver of the future will be younger, more highly educated, have a greater amount of technical acumen, and be paid significantly more than the truck drivers of today. Kar made these industry predictions at the Commercial Vehicle Outlook Conference, part of this month’s Great American Trucking Show. It’s not incredibly surprising. As navigation and transportation technology changes rapidly, so too must the workforce. Younger drivers with more technological experience will inevitably have a leg up when it comes to learning and managing new technologies like partially self-driving trucks.
Despite these changes, the driver of the future will still probably be fueling up with diesel. While there is a consistent push to use more natural gas, it’s availability, now and for the conceivable future, is limited, particularly outside the United States. Still, Kar predicts that natural gas will see steadily increasing use within the US, albeit at a slow rate.
As for the trucks of 2022, they will undoubtedly be more fuel-efficient, leave a smaller carbon footprint, be safer, and have more built in “smart” technology, allowing communicate automatically to other drivers, through social media, and other infrastructures. These advances will help drivers boost productivity immensely and offer up to the minute ETAs.
Kar also said that there is an increased industry interest in failure detection systems that can detect and predict impending failure of any individual part of a truck, warning the driver, home office, and contacting the closest repair service simultaneously and automatically.
Here at Evan Transportation, we strive to stay current with shifting industry trends and technology to ensure that your product is being moved in the most-efficient and safest way possible. We hire professional truck drivers with excellent driving records, and maintain a fleet of trailers and vehicles that are reliable and ready to roll and are a top-notch freight provider with high-level customer service and a track record of dedication and industry excellence.
Evan Transportation was founded in 1992 by Jerry Wolfarth, who at the time had over 25 years of experience in the trucking and transportation industry. The initial operation consisted of a few trucks and drivers who were dedicated and professional. The goal of the company was, and remains, to provide excellent, dependable service.
Contact us today for all of your freight shipment needs or call us at 443-673-3365. We will discuss your tractor trailer options for the freight you wish to ship.
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How Truckers Can Improve Fuel Economy
Wednesday, November 13th, 2013Fuel economy is very important for truckers, who are always looking to improve their bottom line. Advancements in cab and trailer design are always being made in order to improve aerodynamics, and therefore fuel economy, but even truckers with older cabs and trailers can reduce the amount of fuel they use with a few simple techniques.
Slowing Down
According to Overdrive Online, slowing down, even slightly, is a great way to help your bottom line. “Slowing down 1 mile per hour will improve fuel economy by 1/10 of 1 mile per gallon. That may seem small, but it equates to about $1,000 each year in most operations.” One thousand dollars for simply reducing speed by one mile per hour? That’s a pretty good tradeoff.
Progressive Shifting
Practicing progressive shifting does more than just reduce fuel usage. It’s easier on your tires and yoru driveline, extending the lifespan of both. Progressive shifting involves getting the truck moving at the lowest-possible rpm in each gear, meaning quicker shifting overall.
Smooth Driving
Curtailing rapid acceleration and deceleration improves fuel economy not just in trucks, but in all vehicles. Driving a little smoother uses less gas, and is safer as well.
Grade Management
Watch the pyrometer when you’re climbing up a steep hill. Downshifting earlier in order to keep the boost and pyrometer low will let you climb the grade without having to floor it. If you see another hill coming up once you reach the crest, allow the truck to gain a little momentum while coming down the hill to give it a boost up the next hill. However, mountain grades require the use of low gear, and low speed, in order to maintain control.
Evan Transportation was founded in 1992 by Jerry Wolfarth, who at the time had over 25 years of experience in the trucking and transportation industry. The initial operation consisted of a few trucks and drivers who were dedicated and professional. The goal of the company was to provide excellent, dependable service.
If you need materials and products moved in the Mid-Atlantic region, contact Evan Transportation. We hire professional drivers with excellent driving records, and maintain a fleet of trailers and vehicles that are reliable and ready to roll.
Contact us today for all of your freight shipment needs or call us at 443-673-3365
Before you hit the road, check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, LinkedIn and YouTube!
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