11 Aug No Gender Gap in Today's Class 8 Trucks, Tractors When it comes to differences in average height, weight and strength of male and female Class 8 truck drivers, those differences challenge truck designers to build a vehicle that can be easily used by both genders. Those physical differences can make it difficult for drivers - male or female - to reach the pedals while seeing over the hood, or to open a hood and be able to add engine oil or clean a windshield without having to climb atop a tire. Read more...
11 Aug Cab Seat Technology Addresses Driver Health Concerns Driving a truck for hours on end day after day takes its toll on the body, but the engineers of today's cab seats are doing more than ever to address driver health and comfort concerns. These seats offer an array of features that soothe body aches and pains, reduce vibration and accommodate the range of body sizes. Read more...
11 Aug Female-Friendly Equipment Prevents Injuries, Improves Ease of Use, Drivers, Suppliers Say To help attract and retain female drivers, a number of fleets and manufacturers are adding specialized equipment to help reduce injuries and minimize the amount of strength needed to complete certain tasks, which contribute to a better life on the road. Read more...
11 Aug Another 9,000 Trailers Recalled Due to Bendix Defect The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has issued a recall of more than 9,000 additional trailers because of a defect with the Bendix SR-5 spring brakes that the manufacturer believes could affect up to 194,410 trailers in total. Read more...
11 Aug Forward Air to Expand Footprint in Tennessee Forward Air Corp. is investing $4.3 million toward renovating a new office in Greeneville, Tennessee, which will add 105 new jobs over the next five years. Read more...