Blog Posts

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
June 26th 2018
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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
June 7th 2018
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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
May 30th 2018
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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
May 8th 2018
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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
May 2nd 2018
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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
April 11th 2018
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Reserve Your Interview Now for Our Special Hiring Event in Chicago
Dickinson Fleet Services is expanding our team and we want YOU to join us! That’s right, we’re looking for qualified diesel mechanic technicians in the Chicago, IL area who want to be part of a growing company at our hiring event on Wednesday, April 11th. This is a special one day interview event and if
April 5th 2018
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Our 2017 Safety Commitment in Review
When it comes to the transportation industry as a whole, SAFETY is always a topic of concern. At Dickinson Fleet Services, we’ve stressed the importance of safety for our technicians and clients since the beginning. In fact, a big part of the training we do at Dickinson Fleet revolves around safety. In 2017, we set
March 5th 2018
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