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Speed, Convenience & the Future of Delivery
We’re busy. And we’re only getting busier…all of us. On top of that, technology is advancing at an alarming rate when it comes to logistics. Speed was already important, but now it has become the name of the game. It’s becoming more convenient to order anything, anytime, from anywhere. 2nd day delivery is now the…
Dickinson Fleet Service Acquires Outsource Fleet Services
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Indianapolis, IN (June 19, 2018) – Dickinson Fleet Services is pleased to announce the acquisition of Outsource Fleet Services with operations in Chicago, Columbus, Atlanta, Dallas/Fort Worth and Southern California. Dickinson Fleet Services, along with majority shareholders Ridgemont Equity Partners, announced the acquisition on June 19, 2018. The acquisition will expand…
Exploring Semi Truck Aerodynamics
Semi truck aerodynamics have come a long way over the years. Tractors and trailers are now able to slice through the air much more effortlessly than previous generations. And when you add aftermarket devices to your equipment, aerodynamics can be improved even more. The result in all of this, of course, is the potential for…
Are You Ready? CVSA Roadcheck 2018 Set to Focus on Hours-of-Service
It’s just around the corner…are you ready??? If not, it’s time to start preparing your fleet for this year’s International Roadcheck from the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) taking place from June 5-7, 2018. And, as you might have guessed with the ELD compliance mandate recently taking effect, the focus this year is going to…
Don’t Miss Our New Jersey Technician Hiring Event
Dickinson Fleet Services is expanding our team in the northeast region and we want YOU to join us! That’s right, we’re looking for qualified diesel mechanic technicians in the northern New Jersey and New York area who want to be part of a growing company at our hiring event on Wednesday, June 6th. This is a…
Is Virtual Reality the Future of Truck Driver Training?
Is virtual reality the future of commercial truck driver training? There is a very real question to consider as companies such as VRMotion continue to develop their virtual reality training simulators. In fact, some companies such as UPS are already beginning to implement this technology among their new hires. Targeting a Younger, Wider Audience with…
Save Your Tires – Proper Tire Inflation is a Big Deal
According to CVSA, if the tread depth on a steer tire is less than 2/32 of an inch in two adjacent grooves, then the vehicle is placed out of service until the tire is replaced. The tires on all other wheel positions must have a tread depth of at least 1/32 when measured in any…
Dickinson Fleet’s Charles Thomas Accepts Patriot Award
On behalf of everyone at Dickinson Fleet Services, we are honored to announce that Mr. Charles Thomas has received the Department of Defense Patriot Award. This prestigious award was presented by Mr. Barney Hayes (IN-ESGR volunteer) in a recent ceremony. Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) is a Department of Defense program that develops…
Are Your Drivers Getting Enough Rest? The Ins & Outs of Driver Fatigue
This is a great question. Do you know the answer? In addition to distracted driving, driver fatigue is right up there among the top causes for concern when it comes to truck driver accidents. Getting good amounts of sleep as a CDL driver just isn’t easy. If you’ve ever tried get some shut eye in…
Dickinson Fleet Extends Support as Technician Reports for Active Duty
Dickinson Fleet Extends Support as Technician Reports for Active Duty Dickinson Fleet Services would like to extend well wishes to our very own Aicardo Sanchez as he is deployed to Afghanistan for active duty. Sanchez is a fine technician at our shop location in Tampa, Florida and we’re honored to secure his job with our…