Embracing Uber-style tech: What carrier’s need to understand

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The marvels of technology

I was there and saw it with my own eyes. It was amazing and inspiring.

As some of you know I have spent the month of May in the Indianapolis area which is why I was lucky enough to see Sam Schmidt and Mario Andretti race across the finish line at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway last week.

While two race cars crossing the finish line is not usually cause for awe, this was a special moment as one of the cars, a Corvette Z206, was being driven by Schmidt, who is paralyzed from the neck down as a result of a 2000 crash at Orlando's Walt Disney World Speedway.

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Full-service leasing vs owning with your choice of maintenance

Lease vs. buy is undoubtedly a question you have considered when in the midst of an asset acquisition. There is no right or wrong answer to the question. The decision depends on what is best for you and your organization at a given point in time. It's a decision that will be undoubtedly influenced by your company's financial situation and one that can change from one instance to the next, from one type of equipment to another.

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Cooling system maintenance is more important than ever

Proper maintenance of the cooling system has always been important, but with today's engines running hotter than ever it is even more critical that you maintain your cooling system properly. A compromised cooling system can affect the vehicle's fuel economy and durability. In fact, 40% of all engine problems are related to the cooling system problems.

The cooling system has a big job to do. It has to provide heat transfer, prevent failures from overheating, provide freeze protection and inhibit corrosion.

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Voie named one of the ‘30 Most Inspirational Leaders in Business’

The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced that Insights Success magazine has named Ellen Voie, its president and CEO, as one of the “30 Most Inspirational Leaders in Business.”

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Supreme Court could soon decide on OOIDA challenge to ELDs

The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association said the Supreme Court could begin the process of deciding if it will hear the group's challenge to the electronic logging mandate on June 8.

That is the date justices are expected to hold a conference to review petitions on pending cases. The justices potentially could decide on the petition before it adjourns for summer in June.

Rob Moseley, who heads the Transportation Industry Group at Smith Moore Leatherwood LLP in Greenville, SC told Fleet Owner it is unlikely the Supreme Court will take the case.

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Crete Carrier appoints Aschoff as president

Crete Carrier Corp. said it has appointed Tim Aschoff as president, adding to his current responsibilities as chief operating officer. Tonn Ostergard will remain CEO and also has taken the role of chairman of the board.

Crete also named Erick Kutter as president of subsidiary Shaffer Trucking. Kutter was previously president of Knight Refrigerated.

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