HDT Talks Trucking

Brakes are the final frontier for telematics on Class 8 trucks.But Hendrickson Vehicle Systems is close to a breakthrough that may change the game when it comes to getting real-time brake system information back to fleets.HDT talked to Jeff Moris, director, axle, brake and wheel-end systems at Hendrickson to find out more about how these new telematics technology will work.#HDTTalksTrucking#Class8trucks#truckingsafety#truckbrakesKey takeaways:• Brakes are a harsh environment for electronics, which is why they have been a “last frontier” for heavy-duty telematics.• The bigger brake telematic opportunity for fleets may be with trailers, not tractors.• Disc brakes already have a head start on sensing, including basic wear sensors and more advanced continuous wear monitoring.• The real challenge is bringing meaningful sensing to drum brakes, because drum brakes still dominate U.S. trailers.• Getting the data to the right person fast is as important as sensing it.

AI gets plenty of hype at tech shows like CES—but what does it actually look like in a real trucking maintenance operation?In this HDT Talks Trucking Short Take, HDT Editor and Associate Publisher Deborah Lockridge talks with Brent Hickman, who oversees maintenance and equipment for Pilot’s fleet, about how artificial intelligence is being used today to support truck maintenance, diagnostics, and operations.Hickman explains how Pilot is moving beyond buzzwords and putting AI to work in practical ways that help maintenance teams go on the offensive instead of reacting to breakdowns.Topics include:How Pilot is using AI in maintenance todayWhere AI is delivering real value (and where it isn’t)Using data and diagnostics to stay ahead of failuresLearn more:Why AI Could Be the Cure for Trucking’s Tech Fatigue:https://www.truckinginfo.com/10248858/why-ai-could-be-the-cure-for-truckings-tech-fatigue

There's a problem with truck telematics today: Too much data and not enough action.Jack Roberts talks to Brent Ellis, vice president of business systems & processes, Decker Truck Line, about how to get a handle on truck telematics and make them work for your fleet. Sponsored by: CAT Scale’s WeighMyTruck app — save time and skip the line. Learn More:How Brent Ellis is Automating Operations at Decker Truck LinesMeet HDT's 2025 Fleet InnovatorsIs AI the Cure for Trucking's Technology Fatigue?What You'll Learn in This Podcast:From manual processes to automation in brokerage opsThe “technology crisis” in trucking todayGenerational divide, ELD mandate & resistance to techAutomation, scalability & the danger of tribal knowledgeHow to know you have a technology problem in your fleetToo many portals: 14+ platforms and constant context-switchingMaking the TMS the single source of truthDashboards, KPIs & avoiding paralysis by analysisWho owns data, and how many analysts do you really need?Getting value from telematics instead of drowning in dataBreaking old habits & forcing better workflows through trainingVendor “full integration” claims vs. realityWhy technology should be a Top-3 priority for fleets

Explore the trends in transportation management systems used by trucking fleets, as we talk to Tucker Freight Lines about its journey in implementing new TMS technologies, and get some insight from its technology partner.Sponsored by: CAT Scale’s WeighMyTruck app — save time and skip the line.Key Takeaways:Cloud technology is a key enabler for modern TMS.AI is increasingly integrated into TMS solutions. Integration of maintenance and TMS improves efficiency. Change management is crucial for technology adoption. Testing is essential before going live with new TMS systems.Partnership with reliable vendors is vital for success.Defining success early helps in TMS implementation.Dig Deeper into Artificial IntelligenceInside the AI Revolution in Logistics: Insights from Trimble’s Roundtable Tips for Successful AI Adoption for Trucking Companies Subscribe to our newsletter & magazine: https://www.truckinginfo.com/page/subscribe

Autonomous trucks are already working in real fleet operations today.But what do those operations look like?And how does deploying and operating autonomous trucks actually work on the fleet side of the equation?We asked Nils Jaeger, president of Volvo Autonomous Solutions, to walk us through the state of self-driving truck operations today.

4Gen Logistics has one of the largest zero-emission drayage fleets in Southern California — with 64 battery-electric trucks and 15 hydrogen fuel-cell trucks. But getting there hasn’t been easy.In this episode of HDT Talks Trucking, Editor Deborah Lockridge sits down with Brad Bayne, VP of Strategic Initiatives at 4Gen Logistics and a 2023 HDT Truck Fleet Innovator, to discuss the lessons learned on the road to becoming a 100% zero-emissions fleet by 2025.👉 Don’t miss Part 1 of the interview, where Lockridge and Bayne talk about the impact of the current regulatory shift on emissions.#Trucking #drayage #sustainability #electrictruck #california

At Polaris Transportation Group, sustainability isn’t just about emissions — it’s about people, culture, technology, and giving back. Brenda Brajkovich from Polaris chats with HDT’s Deborah Lockridge about how the company is building a stronger, more inclusive workplace while staying ahead in cross-border trucking and logistics.