Also: Many fleets have switched to voice over internet protocol (VoIP) systems

View in browser   |   Commercial Carrier Journal     Technology Weekly     Technology   Drivers lose 40% of their drive time. Where is it going?   Research conducted by the MIT Freight Lab shows truck drivers on average spend only about 6.5 hours a day driving out of 11 available hours. Here's where the time goes and some strategies for clawing it back.   Research conducted by the MIT Freight Lab shows truck drivers on average spend only about 6.5 hours a day driving out of 11 available hours. Here's where the time goes and some strategies for clawing it back.   Alternative power   Titan Freight Systems lands $1.2M grant for electric trucks   The grant was part of $8.1 million in funding up for grabs to help fleets reduce diesel emissions across the state and among vulnerable populations.   Business   Tell your story first: Using driver data to lower insurance costs, avoid inspections   Executives at the Central Analysis Bureau share strategies on mastering the "art of underwriting" and telling your fleet's story before questions even come up. Things as simple as buckling up can drive down costs big over time.   Technology   VoIP phones can help carriers make strong first impressions even while working remotely   Many fleets have switched to voice over internet protocol (VoIP) systems from traditional landlines for several reasons: cost savings; remote working while still using the office phone number.   Equipment controls   Embark expanding into Texas, intros new autonomous trucking lane   Autonomous truck start up opening new driverless lane between Houston and San Antonio.   Featured Resources   White Papers   2022 Fleet Technology Trends Report   This report shows that fleets leverage technology to combat the driver shortage, decrease fuel costs, address safety concerns, and improve customer service. Download your copy now to learn more.         Sign up Did someone forward you this email? Sign up here   Contact Advertising|Editorial   You are receiving this email because you subscribed to receive relevant news from Commercial Carrier Journal.   Unsubscribe here   © 2021 All rights reserved. | Randall-Reilly 3200 Rice Mine Road NE Tuscaloosa, AL 35406 USA   About Randall Reilly LLC.