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Your 10-Codes of the Day
10-44 = I have a message for you
10-26 = Disregard Last Information/Cancel Last Message
10-16 = make pickup at (location)
10-5 = Relay Message
10-34 = Trouble at this station, help is needed
Your Truck driving Definitions of the Day
Retarder
Device used to assist brakes in slowing the vehicle. The most common type of retarder on over-the-road trucks manipulates the engine's valves to create engine drag. (This type is commonly referred to as "Jake Brake" because the predominant manufacturer is Jacobs Vehicle Equipment Co.) Other types of retarders include exhaust retarders, transmission-mounted hydraulic retarders and axle-mounted electromagnetic retarders.
AVI (Automatic Vehicle Identification)
System combining an on-board transponder with roadside receivers to automate identification of vehicles. Uses include electronic toll collection and stolen vehicle detection. (see IVHS)
Jackknife
To place the trailer at a very sharp angle to the tractor.
Contract Carrier
Company that transports freight under contract with one or a limited number of shippers.
Cargo Weight
Combined weight of all loads, gear and supplies on a vehicle.