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Have you heard? If the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) gets its way, truckers – under certain conditions – may have to be screened for sleep apnea to get a green light to hop in the cab. Unfortunately, not everyone in the industry agrees this was the right move. The FMCSA had initially proposed … Read more
When you are tasked with moving high-value cargo like artwork, high-priced electronics, or other expensive freight, it’s important that you know how to properly secure it. The fact is we live in an age where shippers, fleets and receivers must all be on guard against criminal elements who want nothing more than to make off … Read more
We recently took a dive into a topic that is gaining more traction as mobile technologies and the wireless world continue to integrate themselves into our reality: Mobile Maintenance Trucks. As fleets continue to try and find ways to streamline operations and cut costs, mobile maintenance solutions are increasingly becoming more mainstream. Cutting costs on … Read more
Trying to figure out how to get the most out of your fleet? The fact is you can minimize your total cost of ownership without impacting safety, performance or appearance. From permits to licensing and truck driver education, managing a fleet of trucks is no easy job. Routine maintenance can be hard enough, let alone … Read more
The fact is this: One of the most common mistakes a trucker can make is not filing their taxes. Sure, you’ve spent a long time on the road and you’ve finally gotten home and the last thing you want to think about is your taxes, but it’s important to remember that filing on time is … Read more
We recently took a dive into a topic that is gaining more traction as mobile technologies and the wireless world continue to integrate themselves into our reality: Mobile Maintenance Trucks. As fleets continue to try and find ways to streamline operations and cut costs, mobile maintenance solutions are increasingly becoming more mainstream. Cutting costs on … Read more
It’s no secret that manufacturers and industry players are getting ready for a brave new world of automation and high truck technology. At the same time, it’s been a topic of conversation for some time now. Here we are closing out the year. So how close are we to actually seeing these technologies become mainstream? … Read more
As a professional truck driver, you face a number of different tasks on any given day. One such task, possibly one of the most important, is that of the secure transportation of your cargo. You understand the importance of proper cargo handling and weight distribution principles. Always remember that either trucking companies or truck diver … Read more
Driving a large, heavy duty commercial motor vehicle requires a certain measure of skill and professionalism. Expert truck drivers need to be well-versed in a number of different things, from safe driving techniques, to their CSA scores to proper weight distribution. Sure, weight distribution sounds like a dry and boring topic, but it is hugely … Read more
The fact is this: Wide-base single tires go a long way in helping fleets increase their fuel efficiency and cost savings measures. These types of tires have been used in fleet service and transport for a long, long time, and have seen many millions of miles rolled out on their backs. Still, despite all of … Read more