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Have you heard? The FMCSA is starting a study to see if there may be safer ways than a normal sleeper berth for tired truck drivers looking for a rest. That’s why a program – started prior to the new administration coming into office – will proceed to pilot split sleeper berths. But what is … Read more
As the new presidential administration puts its stamp on the regulatory landscape, agencies are either forging ahead or putting the brakes on current initiatives. With a regulatory freeze in place, organizations are either going it alone or making new partnerships. One such regulation that is now in flux is the entry-level National Driver Training Rule … Read more
While National Tire Safety Week has passed, there are several excellent points that truckers must keep in mind. Tire safety is a critical aspect of operating a commercial motor vehicle (CMV). Today, we are going to look at three different aspects of ensuring the most important part of your ride – the wheels – stay … Read more
Some of you may not recall the days when black smoke provided itself as the obvious signature of a tractor belching its diesel fuel somewhere down the road. Yet you think we are talking a time way long passed, say fifty years or so. Actually, no, we are referring to a little less than a … Read more
You want to work for a company that values you as an employee, especially in trucking. Read on for the best attributes that top trucking companies possess. If you’re a trucker, you want to make sure that the company you work for is the best of the best. You’ll be spending a remarkable amount of … Read more
Driving a truck is an exciting job that can make you a lot of money if you do it right. Here are the best truck driving jobs that are fun and well paying. The truck driving industry can provide many lucrative opportunities, depending on your experience and the hauls you can take. It’s also an … Read more
Not all freight is the same size. That’s why when a truck is loading up on tall freight, it’s important that the trailers carrying it are short. This is where the ‘drop deck’ comes in. Drop decks are a specific variant of flatbed or platform trailer. Going by either ‘single drop or ‘step decks’, these … Read more
The American Transportation Research Institute (ASTRI) has released a new report considering roadway congestion and the impact on trucking is truly staggering. Congestion on the roadways has turned into a major problem, not just for passenger car drivers, but for fleet owners alike. We’re going to dig a little deeper into the report, but here … Read more
We’ve talked about it before, and that’s the next round of greenhouse gas reduction rules, otherwise known as GHG Phase 2. The question is, could we see GHG Phase 2 result in fleets re-embracing wide-base single tires? It’s quite likely the answer to that will be a resounding “Yes!” This is mainly due to their … Read more
If there’s one thing that any professional truck driver will tell you they must rely on the most it’s their braking system. They have full control over their speed and maneuvering, but when it comes to coming to a stop, they need to be able to count on their brakes to come through in a … Read more