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 May 1, 2008
Keeping your driving record clean is one of the most important things you can do as a trucker. Staying safe benefits your career, your family and those you share the road with. The guys take calls from veteran drivers and members of the million mile club, who share their tested tips for road safety.
Posted in General Interest
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(34.7 MB, 30 minutes)
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Originally aired April 24, 2008
Everyone knows that getting the proper amount of sleep on the road is an important part of running smart. But what can you do if sleep apnea starts to interfere? Drivers who suffer from this common ailment share their tips for successfully sleeping through the night, so you can stay safe during your waking hours.
Posted in General Interest
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(34.5 MB, 30 minutes)
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Originally aired April 14, 2008
If you could tweak your truck to make it more efficient or comfortable, what would you do? Callers share their own wish lists, and the guys discuss how close technology is to getting us there.
Posted in Truck Purchasing / Products
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(34.5 MB, 30 minutes)
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Originally aired April 10, 2008
In this industry, watching every cent counts. How do you scrimp? Eric and Gary take calls from self-professed cheapskates, who share their most extreme secrets for saving money.
Posted in Managing your Business
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(34 MB, 30 minutes)
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Originally aired April 3, 2008
Fuel costs have a nasty way of eating away at profits. Luckily, making just a few simple changes in the way you work can really help your bottom line. Listen in as the guys take calls from veteran drivers, who share their proven tips and tricks for saving fuel and increasing cash.
Posted in Managing your Business
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(34.7 MB, 31 minutes)
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Originally aired March 24, 2008
With fuel costs skyrocketing, every detail counts when it comes to running smart. Frank Sherbine of Caterpillar Fluids and Filters joins the guys to talk filters and answer questions from callers. Some of the most common problems with fuel filters can affect your mileage and cost you money — learn what to look out for.
Posted in Managing your Business
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(35.9 MB, 31 minutes)
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Originally aired March 20, 2008
Tires are the second largest trucking cost, and the easiest way to cut that cost in half is by using retread tires. Harvey Brodsky from the Tire Retread and Repair Information Bureau explains why retreads are a no-brainer and shares tips about how to get the most for your money.
Posted in Managing your Business, Truck Purchasing / Products
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(35.9 MB, 31 minutes)
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Originally aired March 13, 2008
It's tax season. Do you know where your receipts are? If you aren’t as organized as you'd like to be, you are likely losing money without even realizing it. Jack Aldridge of TruckerSystems.com talks about services that will make your life easier and increase your profits. Also, the guys help solve callers' most taxing questions.
Posted in Managing your Business, Taxes
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(36 MB, 32 minutes)
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Originally aired March 6, 2008
Driving fatigue is an all-too-familiar feeling. Unfortunately, it can be hard to get a good rest when you factor in strange environments, odd hours and strict regulations. Callers share tips on how they get their best sleep on the road, to help you and your load stay safe.
Posted in General Interest
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(35.7 MB, 31 minutes)
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Originally aired February 28, 2008
Trucking technology is getting more advanced every day. Eric and Gary want to know: If you could design the truck of the future, what would it look like? Callers share their ideas for the ideal truck, and the guys discuss how close the industry is to creating it.
Posted in Truck Purchasing / Products, General Interest
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(35.4 MB, 31 minutes)
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