According to the US Census, there were more than 3.5 million truck drivers working in the US just two years ago. While the current driver shortage indicates that this number has likely decreased in the time since the report, there are still millions of truckers sharing American roads with school buses, public transit buses, motorcycles, RV’s, and over 200 million motorists. Read More
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) is responsible for setting safety regulations on all major forms of transportation, including commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). The DOT requires that all CMV operators be in compliance with these regulations to ensure the safety of drivers, passengers, and others on the road. Read More
Anyone who has taken a long drive on the highway for work or pleasure has noticed weigh stations along the way. While stopping at an open weigh station can be inconvenient for truckers and fleet managers, these stations are essential to the relationship between states and trucking businesses.
New Texas HB19 law changes how injury lawsuits against truck drivers and trucking companies are tried and may change the frequency of the ‘Nuclear Verdict’. Read More
Driver recruitment and retention is a HUGE problem for the fleet and trucking industry. Pre-employment behavioral assessments and analytics have proven to predict which applicants will perform at a high level and stay while allowing fleets to avoid safety risks.
Even though the ELD mandate on electronic logging devices (ELDs) in 2019 affected almost all commercial vehicle operators in the United States, there are still many circumstances that make it important to know how to fill out daily driving logs on paper.
Are your trucking company and fleet compliant with the electronic logging device (ELD) mandate? ELD compliance affects the daily operations of truckers and motor carriers, as well as manufacturers of GPS tracking technology.
Roadside inspections are a fact of life for fleets and being prepared is crucial. Take a look at our handy guide to ensure your fleet is prepared.
The FMCSA’s HOS (Hours of Service) regulations are complicated. Find out what you need to know right now to stay compliant.
America’s 1.8 million truck drivers are one of the nation’s largest and most vulnerable groups when it comes to health concerns — including the Coronavirus (COVID-19). What can fleet business owners do to help?
