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There have been some pretty big movements in Washington D.C. as of late. With trucking advocacy organizations putting increasing pressure on Congress to address the Hours of Service issues in light of the new ELD mandate, it appears lawmakers might finally be spurred into action. This isn’t the only bill that has been introduced to … Read moreSay Hello To The HOURS Act

Improving safety in the trucking industry is crucial for preventing accidents and ensuring compliance with regulations. In this blog post, we’ll explore 10 strategies that trucking companies have successfully implemented to reduce carrier safety failures, each accompanied by real-world success stories that highlight their effectiveness. 1. Regular Training and Development Objective: To keep drivers updated … Read more10 Strategies For Trucking Companies To Improve Safety

  It seems that every industry is experiencing a digital transformation, and the trucking and transport sector is no exception. The driving force behind this evolution is telematics software, a technological marvel that has revolutionized the way we approach logistics and fleet management. Telematics software is the invisible hand that optimizes routes, ensures timely deliveries, … Read moreHow Telematics is Revolutionizing Trucking and Transport

Trucking companies play a critical role in ensuring the safety of their truck drivers and the public. Because of this important responsibility, one of the most significant challenges that trucking companies face is identifying and addressing risky truck drivers. And it is not only incumbent on the fleet manager to spot risky driving. Truck drivers … Read moreHow Fleet Managers and Truck Drivers Contribute to a Strong Safety Culture

Trucking is an essential part of the modern economy, transporting goods across the country and the world. In the United States alone, the trucking sector transports 10.93 billion tons of goods. And as you can imagine with an industry this size, it has its own set of terms and jargon. These terms and jargon can … Read moreTrucking Terminology 101: Basic Terms for New Truck Drivers

Today, we’re writing an ode to the commercial motor vehicle (CMV). Over the years, the QuickTSI blog has paid service to the CMV and everything it represents. After all, where would trucking be without trucks? And yet, CMVs encompass a wide gamut of vehicle types. A CMV could be more than just a truck or … Read moreCommercial Motor Vehicles Are the Workhorses of the Trucking Industry

Have you ever considered how many terms and definitions there are in the trucking industry? The fact is, there are a ton of different terms and definitions that govern the trucking industry. That’s why we wanted to take a moment in today’s blog to define them for you. And get ready, because these will be … Read moreTrucking Stakeholders and Their Definitions