The Freightliner Run Smart Hour
Every Thursday morning at 1AM CST, you can learn about maintenance, safety, legislation and industry news on Freightliner’s Run Smart Hour on The Midnight Trucking Radio Network heard on AM stations and Sirius Satellite Channel 147. If that doesn't work out for your schedule, we’ve archived some of the past shows here for your convenience.
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Originally aired January 19, 2010
While they've been in use in a few spots around the country, speed cameras are soon going to cover most paved roads in California. Eric and Gary talk about how this will affect roads throughout the country, and then get a chance to talk to some drivers about how they have changed their driving.
Posted in Operating Laws
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Originally aired January 14, 2010
Bob Perry, the Truck Trainer and President of Roadside Medical Clinic and Lab is back on the show. Most folks gained a little weight over the holidays, so Bob is here to help you lose those extra pounds.
Posted in General Interest
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Originally aired January 12, 2010
The FMCSA is holding a series of talks with drivers all around the country where they will go over new hours of service rules and regulations. Eric and Gary open up the phones to talk to drivers about mandatory breaks during the day and other changes coming around the bend.
Posted in Operating Laws
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Originally aired January 7, 2010
It's a new year and so there's a whole new batch of legislation coming down the pipe. Eric and Gary talk about the new Electronic On-Board Recorder legislation and what it means to you as a driver. Then they go on to talk about a trucker that was last seen near Butte, MT around Christmas, and hasn't been seen since.
Posted in Operating Laws
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Originally aired December 22, 2009
It's the last show of 2009 with both Eric and Gary, so they give you a wrap up of everything that's happened this year. From snowstorms to economic hurricanes, the guys touch on the good, the bad and the ugly that was 2009.
Posted in General Interest
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Originally aired December 15, 2009
From MATS to GATS and everywhere in between, Eric and Gary have been to a whole lot of truck shows this year. Here are some of the best clips from their year of truck shows across the country. From talking about engines with Chevron to discussing wheels with Centro-matic, there are a lot of great tips and tricks in here.
Posted in General Interest
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Originally aired December 10, 2009
The Freight Index, the nationwide measure of how much the transportation industry is moving, has fallen to its lowest point since the 1990's. Eric and Gary talk about what that means for you as a driver, the trucking industry and the economy as a whole. Then the guys talk about the new California Air Pollution Standards and how they will affect trucking all over the country.
Posted in Managing your Business
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Originally aired December 8, 2009
The Chrome Shop Mafia comes on the air to talk about everything from preparing your truck for winter weather to purchasing and maintenance information to classic truck stop hospitality. It's the best of the Chrome Shop Mafia Radio.
Posted in General Interest
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Originally aired December 3, 2009
When you're not on the road, you aren't making money. Eric and Gary talk about what this means for the trucking industry and then some drivers call in to talk about what they do when they get sick and what you can do to avoid it.
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Originally aired December 1, 2009
Bob Perry, the Truck Trainer and President of Roadside Medical Clinic and Lab, comes back on the show to talk about the importance of having a healthy diet and exercise routine. Then drivers get a chance to call in and talk about what they can do to stay healthy on the road.
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