Category Archives: Logistics

U.S. Cars, Trucks Require Collision Prevention Systems U.S. Safety Officials Say – Supply Chain 24/7

These systems actually work well. I had one in my Lexus IS 250 and it was wonderful. Useful also were the Lane Keeper and the cameras.  Trucks and other vehicles should all have them.

http://www.supplychain247.com/article/us_cars_trucks_require_collision_prevention_systems

Drivers wanted (desperately)

Here is evidence of a truck driver shortage.  There are some interesting numbers on the site. Truckers average only $41,930 a year in salary.  and the turnover rate is 96%.  so folks don’t stay long in one job, and possibly leave trucking altogether.

It’s time to take care of our truckers! Make their work easier.

Drivers wanted (desperately): Trucking shortage nearing 40,000 nationwide | Business – Around the Region | Times Free Press.

Switch to Natural Gas Reduce Greenhouse Impact?

We have to be careful about recommending natural gas as a fuel.  There are leaks in the distribution mechanism that release more pollution than is saved by switching fuels.   Based on an article from a reputable environmental science journal, and written by research scientists from an environmental concern group.

Will Switch From Diesel Trucks to Natural Gas Reduce Greenhouse Impact? – Supply Chain 24/7.