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Service Is Our Businesss, And Business Is GOOD

By Jim Schram

Navajo Express, Inc had another great service month for Hershey’s! In the Month of May

Navajo had 60 loads out of theOgden,UT facility to the McLane distribution facilities with only 2 loads that had on-time issues. This left us with a 97% on-time rating for the month of May.

I would like to thank all of the Navajo team for your hard work and dedication toward keeping our customers satisfied and continued success stories like these!

Jim Schram

VP of Sales and Marketing

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1-800-525-1969

Stop by and see us at

1400 W. 64th Ave.

Denver, CO 80221

Kelly’s Corner: On the Road to Healthy Choices

By Kelly Gallegos

Out on the road it can be hard to find healthy choices. Two of the biggest Health challenges truck drivers can face out on the road is high blood pressure and diabetes. One of the things you can do is pick up rotisserie chicken from your local grocery store. It quick easy and reasonably priced. You can pick up a whole chicken or King Soopers has an 8 piece for just $ 6.99. I usually transfer the chicken to a plastic container or baggies.

You can eat it warm the first stay then stash it in your cooler later cutting in up on a salad or making chicken salad out of it. Add some fruit and even nuts to your chicken salad for an extra boost. Substitute regular bread for 45 calorie wheat bread.

It’s the little changes that add up to fight high blood pressure and diabetes.

Chicken Salad

Cut up Rotisserie Chicken

Light Olive Oil Mayonnaise

Grapes cut up

Chopped pecans

Whole wheat 45 calorie bread

Healthy Tip: Don’t forget to hydrate and drink your water it’s the best way to flush toxins out of your body.

By Brett Nails

A Team is defined as individuals organized to function cooperatively as a group for one common goal. At Navajo we are all individuals with different responsibilities whether a Driver or President of the Company and every position in between, we must work together as a team if we are to succeed.

Abraham Lincoln once said, A house divided against itself cannot stand,” which is taken from Mark 3:25. We are all human and make mistakes, but we must learn from our mistakes and strive not to make them again. The Digby Family has given us all an opportunity to be a part of something Great, but if we come together as a team we can be a part of something even Greater. The choice is ours to make of our own free will and I hope you will join me and make the decision to be a productive member of Team Navajo and together we will make Navajo all it can be. Take Pride In The Tribe and Go Team Navajo.

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1-800-525-1969

Stop by and see us at

1400 W. 64th Ave.

Denver, CO 80221

Wheel Jam: Mark Your Calendar for June 1-3 in Huron, SD

By David Lemke

Next week, OOIDA’s tour truck will be headed to the South Dakota State Fairgrounds in Huron, SD. The Association’s American-spirit themed truck will join other big trucks, cars and bikes for the Wheel Jam Truck Show, June 1-3. All three types of vehicles will have their own show and shine competition.

OOIDA’s black 2005 Peterbilt 387 and muraled 2002 Kentucky trailer won’t be competing, but will roll out the hospitality carpet to meet truckers and greet those who are already members.

While you’re there, take a spin in OOIDA Life Member Ron Mermis’ NASCAR simulator. In addition to the machines, wheel jammers can participate in a poker run, chili cook-off, a BBQ competition and big truck light show. Friday night will feature a battle of the bands. On Saturday a farmers market will be open, and Sunday’s events include a pancake breakfast.

Look us up at www.navajo.com

1-800-525-1969

Stop by and see us at

1400 W. 64th Ave.

Denver, CO 80221

NHTSA Proposes Mandatory Stability Control

By David Lemke

Ordering your Class 7 or 8 truck tractor without stability control may not be an option a few years from now. Although electronic stability control systems (ESCs) are currently available as an option, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration wants to make them mandatory. The agency is issuing a proposed rulemaking on ESCs this month, estimating that a standard requiring them on large trucks and buses would prevent up to 2,329 crashes, eliminate an estimated 649 to 858 injuries, and prevent between49 and 60 fatalities a year.

The draft of the rulemaking estimates that the cost-per-vehicle will be $1,160. It’s not clear from a first reading of the proposal whether that is the additional cost to the person buying the vehicle or the cost to the manufacturer. But this proposal will certainly increase the price tag on future power units

Navajo Logistics Thanks Our Outstanding Team in Truck 2022

By Catrena Rosentreador

We would like to Say Thank you to our Team drivers in Truck 2022, David Escabedo & Oscar Montano for their diligence in delivering a much need shipment of Morning Fresh Eggs to Sunflower also known as (Sprouts) in Phoenix AZ. The customer is very appreciative for the drivers service and says Thank You. Great job Team.

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1-800-525-1969

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1400 W. 64th Ave.

Denver, CO 80221

Thanks to the Folks That Drive This Company

By Jason Stanley

CONGRATULATIONS TO MY FLEET FOR 100% ON TIME DELIVERY ON TUESDAY MAY, 29th.

A SPECIAL THANKS TO TRK 3044 FOR HELPING WITH A TYSON RELAY YESTERDAY TO ENSURE AN ON TIME DELIVERY THIS MORNING.

By Joanna Figueroa

Navajo Express

We’ve all been in tight spots, especially being in this industry. I have met a lot of experienced drivers in my time, and have been impressed by what I have seen some drivers do to get a load delivered. A current driver on my fleet demonstrated just that, as shown on the picture. He backed up a store door perfectly without damaging customer or company property. With that said, we should all remember to thank our drivers daily for their hard work and patience in all situations.

By Tilo Diaz

Thanks to Thomas Cox

Tom was on his way to deliver a load in Oregon this past winter when he saw a Cargo Express truck flipped on its side. Tom got out and made sure the driver was ok. He called his Driver Manager telling him what he saw and that he was going to allow the Cargo Express driver to use the Qualcomm to communicate to Breakdown to let them know what happened. Tom had the Cargo driver sit in his truck to keep warm until the tow truck showed up. This is a perfect example of the great drivers and people Navajo have hired.

By Susie Davis

I would like to acknowledge David and Pamela Wentz, truck 3003. I have known them for 13 years. They are the best people you will ever meet. I got them on board my fleet 13 years ago when I worked for another company. They were actually going to quit when I first met them. Pamela was crying and said trucking wasn’t for her and didn’t think they could handle it. I talked them into trying it for a little while and see how it goes. So they did, then they bought a truck and ran owner op for me for 10 years. Then when I came to Navajo they sold their truck and came with me and have been running team for us here for over a year and they love every minute of it! They live in Florida and never go home. They will do whatever we ask of them anytime we ask them. I’m so glad they followed me here to Navajo. They are just a joy to have!

James Krueger, new driver, has been nothing but on time and professional since he has started , just does his job and never complains. Truck 2727 only been here since April 30^th, but does his job here like he’s been here for 5 years !

By Brandon Leonard

I would like to thank Ralph Gomez in 2851 for doing an outstanding job.

We had one of our largest customers call Don to see if we could get a load from KS to PA in 28 hours for one of their customers. Don took the load and Ralph willingly took this load knowing that he would only get about 550 miles out of this load then have to relay. Ralph I would like to thank you for being a team player and helping the company out every chance you get. We know, we all don’t like to relay if we can help it and you took one for the team and you are appreciated!!!!!! THANKS FOR ALL YOU DO!!!

ATTA BOY Roy

Written by Howard Rodarte

During a recent trip to the shop, Roy Long, driver in truck 2002, took advantage of an opportunity to show his pride in his truck. His truck was in the shop for some brake work. The wheels were off so Roy grabbed his pilish and rags and polished his wheels. He says its a lot easier to polish when they aren’t mounted.

Way to go Roy! I thanked him for taking care of his equipment, and asked him to come see me next week. I want to give him a Navajo shirt for the effort.

Pride of the Tribe.

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1-800-525-1969

Stop by and see us at

1400 W. 64th Ave.

Denver, CO 80221

Get the Low Down from Breakdowns

Written by George Ryan

DAILY VEHICLE INSPECTION REPORTS (DVIR’s)

It has been several months since Navajo has changed from reporting the requisite Pre and Post Trip Inspections (PTI’s) using Macro 50 and 9’s to reporting via DVIR’s (Macro 18/19). Since implementation we in the Road Services Department (RSC) – commonly called Breakdowns – have seen a substantial drop in the quantity of defects and malfunctions being reported on the road, along with fewer Navajo trucks being held “Out of Service” at Ports of Entry and DOT scales. There also has been a notable decrease in late deliveries due to mechanical malfunctions. And most notably there have been substantially fewer tires blown or replaced on the road since the DVIR was introduced. We attribute those things to an increased driver awareness leading to the overall improved mechanical condition of Navajo equipment.

However, as is the case with all new systems when first introduced, proper documentation and reporting has been a significant problem. Here are a few of the more common reporting problems and errors noted since January:

Multiple DOT entries for a single defect. A defect only needs to be reported to Road Services and the DOT once. Repeated reporting only clogs the system with unnecessary documents and it then becomes cumbersome to maintain.
- After the initial reporting of a valid DOT out-of-service problem the “defect” block need not be checked.
- However the defect should still be noted in the comments section.
Submission of a Macro 18/19 to communicate non-DOT defects or follow-up conversations with RSC.
- Non DOT defects should be reported using a Macro 22.
- Follow-up conversations with the RSC should be via a “reply” or “Freeform”.
Submission of a macro 18/19 with multiple defects noted per DVIR.
- If there are multiple DOT reportable defects found on a Daily Vehicle Inspection then there must be multiple Macros submitted.
- Only one defect per DVIR.
Failure to annotate completion of repairs.
- When the defect is not immediately repaired:
  - RSC complete a Macro detailing the repair order number, the repair facility, and the mechanics name. This Macro is then sent to the truck.
  - The driver must then verify the repair with “yes” or “no” and then “enter”.
- When the defect is immediately repaired:
  - The driver completes a Macro 52 (tractor) or 53 (trailer).
  - For example, when a TA completes the repair on a trailer clearance light the driver can immediately certify that repair utilizing a Macro 53.

In the event there are questions or comments, please forward them to the Road Services Department at otrmaint@navajo.com or 800-525-1969 extension 0792.

Look us up at www.navajo.com

1-800-525-1969

Stop by and see us at

1400 W. 64th Ave.

Denver, CO 80221

ATA Pushes for CSA Changes

By David Lemke

Navajo Safety

Trucking industry leaders called on the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Tuesday to make changes to its safety monitoring system, which they said assigns scores that have little correlation to carriers’ crash risks. American Trucking Associations said the Compliance, Safety, Accountability program has a number of flaws, and asked that the agency improve issues related to crash accountability, research showing links between safety and CSA’s violation categories and the publication of scores in those categories. “From the outset, ATA has supported FMCSA’s efforts to improve its enforcement capabilities through CSA,” ATA President Bill Graves said in a statement. “However, recently our members have become concerned that the agency has become increasingly unresponsive, even in the face of data and logic.” In March, FMCSA said it would delay implementing a system that would assign violation points to carriers through CSA that reflected whether a carrier was responsible for a crash.

Look us up at www.navajo.com

1-800-525-1969

Stop by and see us at

1400 W. 64th Ave.

Denver, CO 80221