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Contents
Contents
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Feature Stories
Big debut for small truck
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Scott Taylor – Tax Talk
In what he hopes is his final column on Driver Inc., Scott Taylor writes that it no longer makes sense for carriers, either.
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Calendar of Events
Consult our annual listing of industry events to plan your 2019.
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Fleet News
Andy Transport sets up shop in Windsor, Canada Cartage expands in Mississauga, Ont., and Arnold Bros. paints the Winnipeg Christmas parade plaid.
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The Last Word
Woodcock Bros. has kept driver turnover low, and is being rewarded with steady success.
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Navistar International is back in the Class 4/5 segment, with the launch of the CV Series, co-developed with General Motors. 31-33
Trailer market is hot
The trailer market has never been hotter, and the trailers themselves have never been built better. 42
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Editorial
As the holidays arrive, so too do in- creasingly sophisticated cargo thieves. Don’t let the Grinch steal your load.
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Business
Freightliner gives an update on the Mexican truck market, fleet executive warns of slower 2019, and trucks continue to hit a low Montreal overpass.
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Equipment
Demand for new Class 8 trucks and trailers continues to set new records, Nikola raises more money, and Train Trailer expands operations.
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Al Goodhall – Opinion
Does trucking focus too much on skills-based training? Al Goodhall makes the case.
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Angela Splinter –
Human Factors
Angela Splinter writes about the seven human resources-related topics that will dominate 2019.
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Karen Bowen – Health
It’s not only cold outside, it’s also cold season. Karen Bowen offers tips to keep your cab germ-free and to stay healthy this winter.
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Dr. Chris Singh – Health
No matter how urgent your delivery may be, park the truck and get to the hospital if you suspect appendicitis.
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Health
The trucking industry will kick off the new year with a new weight loss challenge. Are you up for it?
In Every Issue
Marketplace ........... 43-48 Announcements ..........49 Ad Index ....................... 49 Mark Dalton ................. 52 Products ......................53
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