Month: February 2020

Have you heard? The number of trucks placed out of service during annual blitz and inspection weeks continues to grow. What is more staggering is that many of the reasons vehicles are placed OOS (out of service) are entirely preventable. Take the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s 72-hour International Roadcheck inspection blitz as just one example. … Read moreEvaluating Roadside Violations and FMCSA Enforcement

Fuel can put a large dent in a company’s budget, being that it represents approximately 60% of a fleet’s total operating costs. It can be a difficult cost to pin down as fuel prices fluctuate depending on a variety of factors, leaving everyone at the mercy of the pump. Unfortunately, it’s a necessary evil that … Read moreUsing Diligence and Technology to Reduce Your Fleets’ Fuel Consumption

There’s a lot to think about when running your own trucking company. From truck driver training to retention, safety, equipment procurement and more. Yet, there are also regulatory burdens that trucking companies must consider. Take tolling as one example. Did you know that there are over 50 tolling authorities across the country? In all, they … Read moreShould Trucking Companies Invest in a Toll Management Solution?