Fleets Explained

Explanations of how the trucking and fleet industries operate and what industry terms and concepts mean. This is a place for new fleet team members to learn about the industry and for veterans to hone their knowledge.

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Fleets Explained: What do these common trucking abbreviations mean?

Aug. 2, 2024
The trucking industry has many abbreviations that can confuse newbies or outsiders. This article explains the most common equipment, operations, and technology abbreviations in...
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Fleets Explained: Trucking industry careers

Aug. 30, 2024
The trucking industry offers many different careers besides driving. Here's a look at fleet and trucking jobs, from the road to the shop to the office and more, and the skills...
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Fleets Explained: How do freight rates work?

Aug. 16, 2024
Freight rates are the lifeblood of the for-hire trucking industry. Determined by supply and demand, rates work differently among trucking segments and between spot and contract...
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Fleets Explained: History of the 7 major heavy-duty truck manufacturers in the U.S.

July 19, 2024
Four global corporations make and sell 99.9% of all Class 8 over-the-road vehicles in the U.S. But dozens of manufacturers have been part of trucking’s rich North American history...
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Fleets Explained: What is a TMS?

June 3, 2024
Transportation management systems are a must-have technology for motor carriers operating multiple vehicles. A TMS acts as a centralized program to coordinate data collection ...