Are you a truck lover having keen interest in trucking facts and information? If yes, then you are at the right place, as we would discuss some fascinating and well-informed facts on trucks.
Invention of Tractor Trailer:
The first tractor-trailer was first invented by a German American blacksmith, Charles Fruehauf in the year 1914. The German American blacksmith was inspired to build this tractor trailer in Detroit when one of his merchant’s requested him to create something to help him transport boats to Ford Motor Company. His design was appreciated and was asked to create a similar tractor trailer for transporting lumber, which made him to establish a company on his name i.e., Fruehauf Trailer Corporation.
Invention of ‘The Fifth Wheel’:
John Endebrock who was a sales representative working for the Sechler Company invented the fifth wheel. This carriage manufacturing company changed its name to ‘Trailmobile Company’ in 1915 after John Endebrock created the ‘fifth wheel’ that can be pulled by a Ford Model T. The fifth wheel is a kind of trailer that couples the tractor and the trailer.
The Passing of the ‘Motor Carrier Act’:
The Congress passed the ‘Motor Carrier Act’ in 1935 also permitting the ICC or Interstate Commerce Commission for granting permits for transporting goods. Additionally, it allowed the ICC to give approval for trucking routes for the vehicles to operate, as well as levy rates for hauling vehicles. The rules imposed by the ICC led to the increase in competition among truck owners and operators. However, the Interstate Commerce Commission ended in 1995.
The Establishment of the DOT or Department of Transportation:
The DOT laid its foundation stone in 1967 and thereupon levied certain limitations and restrictions on long hauling vehicles such as hours of service or HOS rules, safety rules, driving and braking standards. The Dot follows the mission, “Serve the United States by ensuring a fast, safe, efficient, accessible and convenient transportation system that meets our vital national interests and enhances the quality of life of the American people, today and into the future.”
Maximum Weight Requirement of Trucks:
The passage of the ‘Surface Transportation Act” in 1982 made it clear that heavy highway trucks could not have more weight than 80,000 pounds. Moreover, crossing the weight limit might lead to the payment of penalties and interest.
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