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To get obtain a commercial drivers license you have to be able to drive a big rig, but that’s only part of the requirements. Drug and alcohol testing is mandatory and the driver must be in good enough health to pass a Department of Transportation physical. Some states require drivers to pass a truck driving … Read moreWhat are Commercial Driver’s License Requirements?
Although many freight trucking companies exist and they are at your disposal, ultimately they don’t all provide the same quality or price of service. There are quite a few things one must consider if you want to achieve the best possible result when choosing a trucking company to move your freight at affordable prices. These … Read moreHow to Choose a Trucking Company?
The Hazardous Materials Safety Permit HMSP Program is a program put in place by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration after Congress passed a law required the FMCSA to start a permit program. This program was designed to increase the safety of truck drivers as well as the general public. It is estimated that the … Read moreWhat is the Hazardous Materials Safety Permit (HMSP) Program?
Most commercial motor vehicle drivers rely heavily on their cell phones for communication with family, dispatchers and everyone else. Most drivers know that talking on the phone while driving is illegal unless you have a hands-free device. It’s also important to note that CMV drivers are prohibited from texting while they are behind the wheel. … Read moreTexting and Mobile Phone Restrictions for Commercial Vehicle Drivers
Many people who drive their vehicles down the highway every day have no idea how to effectively share the road with large trucks. Most drivers fail to realize that commercial vehicles need a much longer distance to stop than small cars and trucks because of their size and weight. The inattention and lack of knowledge … Read moreWhat is the Ticketing Aggressive Cars and Trucks (TACT) Program?
The terms freight forwarder and freight broker are sometimes used interchangeably, but their jobs are actually quite different. They perform some of the same functions, but a broker acts as an intermediary between the carrier and the shipper, while a forwarder’s job is to facilitate the shipping process. Who are Freight Brokers? Either a company … Read moreHow a Freight Broker is Different than a Freight Forwarder?
As a business owner, you’re always looking for ways to save money and increase the efficiency of your company’s operations. Fortunately, today’s marketplace offers you ways to outsource your fleet management and take advantage of the benefits that offers, whether you’re a huge operation or small one. Consider these 3 advantages of outsourcing fleet management. … Read moreThree Advantages of Outsourcing Fleet Management
There are hundreds of truck driving schools in the United States, making it difficult to choose the school that’s right for you. Driving schools are a great option, but you can also learn to drive a truck from an individual who has truck driving experience or from a company who trains new drivers and offers … Read moreWhich Truck Driving School Should I Choose?
Running a trucking company can be very challenging at times. Some of the challenges that trucking companies face include the rising costs of fuel and insurance, hiring and maintaining good drivers and maintaining a good online reputation for the company. Rising Fuel Costs Almost everyone is affected by the price of fuel, but few industries … Read moreChallenges for Trucking Businesses?
It happens every year—tax time! That frustrating fiscal fiasco that, no matter how organized you are, can make you feel more disorganized than ever. While trucking does allow one to escape the norms of day-to-day life, it cannot evade tax time unfortunately. Luckily though, a truck driver enjoys a job that is filled with job … Read moreTax Deductions: What Truckers Should Know About Them
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