There is plenty of misinformation out there about ELDs. It’s important to get the facts so you can make an informed decision and stay in compliance with the law. ELDs Will Put the Little Guy Out of Business This myth comes from the fear of the cost, loss of driving hours, and more strict[…]
You know you have to do a pre-trip inspection. After you’ve done a few dozen (or a few hundred), it’s easy to rush through it to get on the road a little quicker. Before you do, think again. A good pre-trip inspection should take anywhere from 30 to 50 minutes and, when done right,[…]
Electronic logging devices (ELDs) are quickly becoming a fact of life for the commercial driving world. The OOIDA case shows that the ELD Mandate is here to stay, and the December 2017 deadline is fast approaching. Instead of focusing on the fact that an ELD is a new mandate, it’s time to think about the[…]
If you’ve been driving for any amount of time, you already know how hard it can be on your body. Truck drivers are one of the top professions to be out of work due to an injury, according to the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA). That’s not good for you or your wallet. If[…]
If you’ve managed a fleet for any amount of time, you’re used to bringing on a new driver, taking time and money to get them going, only for them to leave after a few months or a year. It’s a never-ending cycle that has become the “norm” in the trucking industry. While most drivers[…]
When an accident happens involving a trucker, fatigue is often one of the reasons listed. The 2014 accident involving Tracy Morgan made national headlines, but it’s not an uncommon story. Unfortunately, a lot of truckers are tired. The question that people don’t always ask is, “Why?” Time Spent Behind the Wheel The 14 hour drive[…]
If you’ve been waiting for a final ruling on whether the ELD Mandate governing the requirement for electronic logging devices (ELDs) would be upheld by the U.S legal system or not, your wait is over. On October 31, the United States Court of Appeals ruled against the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) and unanimously agreed[…]
In August 2016, the Obama administration unveiled new emission standards for tractor-trailer trucks over the next 10 years – a 25 percent reduction in carbon emissions. Big trucks account for only five percent of traffic on U.S. roads but contribute 20 percent of greenhouse gas emissions. While it sounds like a lofty goal, the savings[…]
