GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): The maximum weight that can be safely supported by each axle of a vehicle.
GAW (Gross Axle Weight): The total weight load transmitted to the road by all the axles of a vehicle.
Galley: A kitchen-like area in some larger truck cabs or sleeper units for food preparation.
Gateway: A major port or transportation hub through which freight commonly passes.
Gear Ratio: The ratio between the revolutions per minute of the engine and the transmission's output in a truck.
General Commodity Carrier: A carrier that transports a wide variety of goods, as opposed to specializing in specific cargo.
General Freight: Cargo typically hauled by dry vans that does not require special equipment or temperature control.
Geofencing: A technology used in fleet management that creates a virtual geographic boundary for tracking vehicles.
Glider Kit: A kit for building a truck that includes a frame, front axle, and cab, with the engine and other parts added separately.
Global Positioning System (GPS): A satellite-based navigation system used for tracking vehicles and planning routes.
Grade: The steepness of a road, crucial for truck drivers to manage speed and braking safely.
Grade Crossing: A point where a railway and a road intersect at the same level, important for route planning and safety.
Green Diesel: Diesel fuel produced in an environmentally friendly manner or meeting certain environmental standards.
Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emissions: Emissions from vehicles that contribute to global warming.
Gross Combination Weight (GCW): The total weight of a truck and its trailer, including the cargo in both.
Gross Tonnage: A measure of the overall size or cargo-carrying capacity of a truck or trailer.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): The maximum total safe weight of a vehicle, including its cargo, fuel, and passengers.
Gross Weight: The total weight of the vehicle and its cargo.
Groupage: A shipping method where multiple consignments from different shippers are combined into a single shipment.
