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Chuck Melton Jul 31, 2014

Changes Ahead for Safety Management System’s Website

Fleet owners should be prepared as changes will occur soon on Safety Management and System's (SMS) website.

Chuck Melton Jul 29, 2014

Hidden Consequences May Cause You to Rethink Installing a Fuel Tank

Installing a fuel tank in the yard or obtaining fuel from outside sources? It's important to consider is how to account for the fuel being used.

Chuck Melton Jul 24, 2014

Economic Outlook Remains Sluggish, But Is There Hope?

As the economic outlook continues to improve, retail orders will increase, allowing trucking companies to hire more drivers and raise wages.

Chuck Melton Jul 22, 2014

Can Technology Make Your Fleet More Profitable?

If you’re waiting on new technology for your fleet, you may actually be losing money instead making your fleet more profitable.

Chuck Melton Jul 17, 2014

Drivers Stay Connected Through Tablets

At Melton Technologies there is a growing need for software and cloud-based computing solutions. Discover how drivers are connected through tablets.

Chuck Melton Jul 15, 2014

Are Self-Driving Trucks the Way of the Future?

The trucking industry is in for a futuristic shakeup in the coming decades thanks to self driving trucks!

Chuck Melton Jun 27, 2014

The Pros and Cons of EOBR

EOBR technology is hotly contested in the trucking industry, and most discussions revolve around drawbacks. There are positive points, however.

Chuck Melton Jun 24, 2014

Don’t Let Mobile Technology Lead to Distracted Driving

Mobile technology benefits truckers and trucking companies but can cause accidents and deaths. Don't let mobile technology distract you while driving.

Chuck Melton Jun 20, 2014

Active Shale Plays Add to Driver Shortage Stress

Active shale plays are producing natural gas that was thought unobtainable. While good for the industry, driver shortages are worse and prices higher.

Chuck Melton Jun 11, 2014

Harassed by an ELD?

Harassment concerns about the ELD mandate include privacy, filing complaints against owners, and possibly being forced into unsafe conditions.

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