The Freightliner Run Smart Hour
The Freightliner Run Smart Hour Hosts
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.
Meet Gina Angsten - The New Slice of Life Driver
Gina Angsten, the newest member of the Slice of Life family of truckers joins the Midnight Trucking Hour to talk about her many years of experience. From training to dispatch and professional truck driving-she’s done it all!
Ed Byk Talks Detroit Diesel Tour Trailer
Ed Byk, Product Marketing Manager at Detroit Diesel talks about the DD Tour Trailer. From DD13®, DD15® and DD16® engine models, to Bluetec® technology, diesel exhaust operation, our fuel-cost calculator, product videos and more, this mobile truck show has it all.
Insurance Information You Need to Know
Accidents happen. Be prepared. Join Chuck Mozingo from Progressive Insurance as he gives you all the truck insurance information you need to know to get you back on the road.
Chuck Blake Talks Fuel-Efficiency-Part 4
Join us for the final fuel-efficiency stretch. Chuck Blake of Detroit Diesel drives us home with helpful maintenance advice and information to save you fuel and money while getting the best engine performance possible.
Chuck Blake Talks Fuel-Efficiency-Part 3
From earlier models to the most updated technology of 2010, Chuck Blake of Detroit Diesel talks the latest and greatest options for engine performance and fuel-efficiency.
Chuck Blake Talks Fuel-Efficiency-Part 2
Slowing down, making less stops and even the roads you choose to travel all make a big impact on improving and maximizing fuel-efficiency. Listen up for more tips and tricks from Detroit Diesel’s Chuck Blake.
Chuck Blake Talks Fuel-Efficiency-Part 1
Chuck Blake, Detroit Diesel’s Sr. Technical Sales Support Manager, A Silver Spark Plug recipient and all-around trucking technology expert, answers questions on how to improve and maximizing fuel-efficiency.
Diesel is on the Rise
Diesel fuel prices are on the rise again. With prices averaging above $3 a gallon nationwide, and no decrease in sight, it looks like your cost-per-mile are going nowhere but up. Then the guys get to talk about another round of EOBR legislation that might be hitting the book soon.
The Trucker Trainer Returns
Bob Perry, the Truck Trainer and President of Roadside Medical Clinic and Lab, has returned to the Run Smart Hour to talk about what drivers can do to live happy, healthy lives. He's opened a few new clinics around the country, so wherever you are, you’re probably not too far from a Roadside Medical Clinic.
Goodyear Highway Hero Awards
One of the highlights of every MATS is the Goodyear Highway Hero Award, this year the winner is an Oregon driver who saved three people from a burning rig, but all the nominees risked life and limb to save others. The guys talk about these acts of heroism and then Eric gives another recap of his trip to the NATSO show. One of the big issues there was the commercialization of rest areas, and how that will affect drivers everywhere.
