The electronic logging device (ELD) mandate went into effect in December of 2017, but the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) granted an interim period to allow drivers to get used to using the technology. While officers could still issue warnings and citations, they would not place drivers out of service. Warnings also had no [...]
Preventative maintenance is key to getting the most life out of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV). While some drivers and fleets put off maintenance to save a few dollars in the short term, the long-term costs of delaying will add up faster. For example, engine oil can last for up to 50,000 miles in a [...]
Safety is not just a goal for the transportation industry; it is a measure of success and sustainability. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) measures how safe carriers and drivers are with the Safety Measurement System (SMS) as part of their Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) initiative. The program helps identify unsafe drivers and determines [...]
Now that the ELD mandate is in full force, there are still several lingering questions about compliance. While many fleets researched their concerns in advance, some issues did not arise until after the mandate went into effect. The following are the latest concerns facing ELD compliance as well as solutions to address them. If law [...]
With the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) electronic logging device (ELD) mandate rapidly approaching, drivers need to be sure their ELD is compliant with the ruling. Not all ELDs available on the market meet the FMCSA’s requirements so drivers need to familiarize themselves with the specifications. Further, some older ELDs have been grandfathered in [...]
Fleet owners can no longer afford to drag their feet with regard to electronic logging devices. Though a few narrow exemptions have been made for yard-move and change of duty status, the vast majority of the mandate goes into effect December 18, 2017. With less than two months remaining, drivers and fleet compliance managers need an [...]