Essays about: "Trucking Industry"

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  1. 1. How to improve customer satisfaction with customer surveys and lean for retail

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Nahia Bilbao Gato; [2023-07-18]
    Keywords : lean for retail; customer satisfaction;

    Abstract : Introduction: This dissertation project is based on a collaboration between the author and Volvo Trucks Europe. To answer the research question of How to improve customer satisfaction with customer surveys and lean for retail? This study describes a qualitative study of improving customer satisfaction with lean for retail in the Volvo Trucks dealership network, specifically in the Northern European Market. READ MORE

  3. 2. Finding economic feasibility in electrified LTL transportation systems

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Produktionsekonomi

    Author : Eddi Johansson; Tusjant Ruthran; [2023]
    Keywords : Electric Trucks; Electrified LTL; Electrified Less-than-Truckload; Electrified LTL Transportation System; Electrified Less-than-Truckload Transportation System; Economics Electrified LTL.; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : As electrification of vehicles moves past its infancy and large-scale adoption of the technology becomes reality, application areas within different industries need to be scrutinized. The shift within the transportation sector, especially trucking, can have unidentified economic benefits; which is the focus of this thesis. READ MORE

  4. 3. The impact of nicotine consumption on driving safety risk of truck drivers - with sleep quality as a mediating variable

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för tjänstevetenskap

    Author : Ping He; Alban Xhafa; [2022]
    Keywords : truck driver; nicotine consumption; sleep quality; driving safety; sustainable supply chain; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : Introduction and aim: From a sustainable supply chain standpoint, concern for workers' safety on the job is essential. Driving safety is vital since accidents in the trucking industry often result in the deaths of both truck drivers and other road users. READ MORE

  5. 4. Capital and Operational Cost Evaluation of Selected Powertrain configurations in Heavy-duty Fuel Cell Trucks

    University essay from KTH/Fordonsdynamik

    Author : Shenoy Vivek Venkatesh; [2021]
    Keywords : Heavy long haulage trucks; Total Cost of Ownership TCO ; Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle FCEV ; Battery Electric Vehicle BEV ; Tunga lastbilar; total ägandekostnad TCO ; elfordon med bränsleceller FCEV ; batterielektriska fordon BEV ;

    Abstract : The automotive and heavy-duty trucking industries are heading towards research and development of alternative powertrain solutions to meet the United Nations sustainability goals and cleaner solutions to aid climate change actions. This thesis project aligns with the vision of finding greener and sustainable modes of transport in the heavy long haulage trucking industry. READ MORE

  6. 5. Making obsolescence obsolete - A practical study of obsolescence management theory in the context of a truck OEM

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Andreas Janson; Jonatan Norman; [2020-07-22]
    Keywords : disruption; disruptive innovation; disruptive technologies; obsolescence; obsolescence management; truck OEM; trucking industry;

    Abstract : Truck manufacturers are facing unprecedented technological disruptions from electrification, digitalization and automation. When disrupted, sustainment-dominated industries such as the trucking industry, face increased risks of component and system obsolescence, which might lead to skyrocketing costs and diminishing aftermarket service. READ MORE