As well as being in short supply, trucking’s new recruits are also, shorter generally, and thinner, as well as less likely to want a truck to look and feel like a truck. The challenge for truck makers ...

The U.S. Senate this week is expected to attempt to overturn the controversial ergonomics regulations, What separates trucking's best workplaces from the rest? Jane Jazrawy shares the biggest lessons ...

The October special issue of Ergonomics in Design: The Quarterly of Human Factors Applications featuring research on the science and technology of driver distraction is available online. "This special ...

Truck OEMs are increasing their focus on driver ergonomics as fleets seek ways to improve the truck operator’s work environment and aid in minimizing driver fatigue factors. “We’re making improvements ...

A significant percentage of risk for truck drivers comes from the physical toll of sitting in and operating the vehicle, according to a recent Atlas Ergonomics study that shows long hours behind the ...

Isuzu Commercial Truck has optimized its N-Series cabs to prioritize driver comfort, productivity, convenience, and safety. The steering wheel’s position and angle have been changed compared to prior ...

CHARLOTTE, Mich., July 2, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Spartan Fleet Vehicles and Services ("Spartan"), a business unit of Spartan Motors, Inc. (NASDAQ: SPAR), which specializes in commercial, retail, and ...

[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] At GP Transco, a trucking company based in Darien, Ill., about 60% of company drivers leave on Sunday or Monday and return on Friday. An ...

A new standard fromthe ISO offers recommendations to assist designers, manufacturers, and suppliers regarding visibility-related issues affecting transport information and control systems. Examples of ...

“Ergonomics” involves fitting work to people, with the goal of minimizing the risk of strains and sprains as well as optimizing worker performance. Many people associate ergonomics with lifting ...