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Guide to the ELD Mandate & Aftermath of the Transportation Industry
The ELD mandate has arrived, but how are fleets responding? While some are embracing the new technology, other smaller operations are avoiding it like the plague. And when it comes to the truckers themselves, if you were to ask two different truckers – you’d likely get two complete different answers. Before we dive further into…
Dickinson Fleet Continues Partnership with EPA’s SmartWay Program
Indianapolis, Indiana, (January 22, 2018) In an effort to continue moving toward a sustainable, more environmentally friendly footprint in trucking, Dickinson Fleet has continued its partnership with the SmartWay Way program. Freight transportation is one of the fastest growing impacts on the environment and as consumer demand increases, DFS is committed to responding with the…
It’s 2018 & Truck Driver Pay Raises Are In Full Effect
It’s happening. Just look all around… “Trucking firms offer up to $8000 bonus and other deals to lure drivers” “Truck lines toss cash at drivers to ease turnover, shortages” “Roehl Transport Announces Significant Driver Pay Increase” “More TL pay package, bonus plans on the way” News of trucking companies raising driver pay are dominating the…
What Self-Driving Trucks Mean for Technicians
One of the biggest stories to come out of 2017 was, of course, the autonomous truck. While it’s clear that this is the direction the industry is headed, what’s unclear is exactly what it means for everyone involved – especially CDL drivers. But there is one big thing that is FOR CERTAIN. While these trucks…
Does Your Fleet Need This Technology in 2018?
Technology Trends 2018 Staying up-to-date with technology is a big deal in the transportation industry. When it comes to logistics having information and data available in real time is everything…and technology allows just that. At Dickinson Fleet Services, we invest in technology internally and are committed to keeping our customers informed with the trends that…
2017 Year In Review
Wow…it’s hard to believe 2017 is going to be coming to a close very soon. What a year it has been for all of us here at Dickinson Fleet Services! Let’s take a look… 20th Anniversary Celebration Earlier this year, our company celebrated its 20th anniversary in beautiful St. Petersburg, FL. Our company was founded…
FleetNet Employees Donate 680 Boxes To Operation Christmas Child
Each year during the holidays, a committee of FleetNet America® employees plans an activity to aid a charity. For 2017, the committee decided to participate in Operation Christmas Child. The program distributes shoeboxes filled with small toys, school and craft supplies, personal care items such as toothbrushes and bar soap, and accessories such as T-shirts,…
‘Tis The Season to Thank a Trucker
Thank a Trucker Thanksgiving may have come and gone, but the season to “ Thank a Trucker ” is far from over. It’s during the holidays that truck drivers have one of the most demanding jobs out there. Tight deadlines, inclement weather, increased traffic and more. Needless to say, showing some extra appreciation during this…
Will Electric Trucks Make it Big Time?
Electric Trucks When it comes to electric trucks, most are saying it’s not a matter of IF but WHEN? When we will see electric semi trucks reach widespread status? It might be sooner than we think. According to Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla Motors, production of the new electric semit truck will begin in 2019.…
Our Thanksgiving Day Tools
Typical Thanksgiving day tools might be your fork, carving knife and other utensils. But here at Dickinson Fleet Services, we have our own set of tools. You might think we’re talking about wrenches, screwdrivers and all that good stuff. But really we’re talking about something more. Over the years, we’ve put together a collection of…