Trucking Tidbits UK | Trucking Through Time: Ice Cream Vans
Trucking Tidbits UK | Trucking Through Time: Ice Cream Vans https://youtu.be/j3p2-xEobYs The first refrigerated transport was ice cream. The first mechanically refrigerated trucks were made in 1925. During the big slump, ice cream was an affordable luxury for everyday folks. Ice Cream Vans became a beloved symbol for the Rocky Road ahead. People LOVE ice […]
Trucking Tidbits | Trucking Abroad: Japan
Trucking Tidbits UK | Trucking Abroad: Japan https://youtu.be/QTlRT7POkxs Japan has a unique and diverse truck culture, that’s a mix of practicality, and personal expression. Japan’s cities are often designed to be dense and narrow. After WW2, Car ownership became more and more unaffordable for common folks. Flash forward to the present, in an urban area […]
3 Fun Things Truck Drivers Can Do on the Road During Downtime
3 Fun Things Truck Drivers Can Do on the Road During Downtime If you’re a truck driver hitting the road, you’ll often spend long hours behind the wheel, covering thousands of miles and delivering goods to various destinations. But when you’re not driving, how do you spend your downtime? Here are some fun things to […]
Trucks in Film: Duel
Trucking Tidbits UK | Trucks in Film: Duel The truck used in the movie Duel, is a 1960 Peterbilt 351, which was chosen from an audition of trucks because of its size and menacing appearance. According to Spielberg, the front of the truck resembled a face. He had the crew dirty up the truck to […]
Concerns of Truckers
EMDECS UK | Concerns of Truckers https://youtu.be/-yUXJLW0u3E One of the biggest concerns for a long-haul driver is finding a safe place to park for the night. Over the years, as more and more transport has occupied UK and European roads and motorways, there have been far more commercial vehicles on the road than available parking […]
Trucking Tidbits UK | The Driver’s Seat: Monster Truck University
Trucking Tidbits UK | The Driver’s Seat: Monster Truck University https://youtu.be/8iT6spdYAoI Monster Trucks are AWESOME They are a marvel of human engineering and with some of the most incredible stunt drivers on the planet. Most of us know about Monster Jam, as the most popular monster truck event. But did you know they have their […]
EMDECS UK | The Importance of Data
EMDECS UK | The Importance of Data https://youtu.be/CN1-r3zV0uM Data is the new gold, the new currency of the digital age! Listen. It’s the careful and in-depth analysis of your data that renders you with invaluable insights into your business operations; from unit histories, and your most efficient technicians, to part usage, and so much more. […]
Trucking Tidbits UK | The Driver’s Seat: Highway Angel
Trucking Tidbits UK | The Driver’s Seat: Highway Angel https://youtu.be/md4NQdixq4Q Since 1997, Truckload Carriers Association’s Highway Angel program has recognized professional truck drivers who have selflessly helped others while on the job. One of these stories includes Truck driver Zach Yeakley who was named 2022 Highway Angel of the Year. According to truckinginfo.com, “On March […]
EMDECS EVR UK | When Every Second Counts
EMDECS EVR UK | When Every Second Counts https://youtu.be/julfyfZy5B4 When lives hang in the balance and the stakes are so high, the availability of sufficient units becomes the crucial line between survival and tragedy. Every second counts. Minimizing fire truck downtime is critical, leaving no room for undue delays. In the face of such demanding […]
Trucking Tidbits UK | Trailblazing Trucks: Antarctic Snow Cruiser
Trucking Tidbits UK | Trailblazing Trucks: Antarctic Snow Cruiser https://youtu.be/iFjq7q_uZEA The Antarctic Snow Cruiser nicknamed the “Turtle”, was a specialized American vehicle used for exploring Antarctica in 1940. It was built to withstand extreme cold and rough terrain and was equipped with a kitchen, toilet, and sleeping quarters. It was a vehicle that captured the […]
