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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 more
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 more
It’s no secret that most truck drivers love social media. Social networking sites are a wonderful way for drivers to stay connected to family and friends while they haul loads across the country. Load boards are also embracing social media to connect shippers and carriers and get loads delivered more efficiently.Some trucking companies use online … Read more
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 more
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 more
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 more
How to Choose a Truck Driving School in 2026 By Quick Transport Solutions Editorial Team · About QuickTSI Originally published March 22, 2013. Last updated September 3, 2026. How to choose a truck driving school in 2026 comes down to three paths – individual training, a private CDL school, or a company-sponsored program – and … Read more
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 more
Logistic refers to managing the flow of various products from their point of origin right up to their final destination. In many companies, entire departments and huge teams have been formed whose sole purpose is effective logistic management. Besides transportation and shipping companies, port facilities such as Canada’s Port of Montreal also offer logistical services … Read more
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 more