Sometimes businesses need commercial vehicles even when they are not in the transportation industry. Plumbers, electricians, and HVAC specialists all may require a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to transport their equipment from customer to customer. However, when driving is a secondary function of an individual’s job, they may focus less on their performance behind the [...]
Every fleet can benefit from tightening up their budget, but finding ways to save is not always obvious. Certain expenditures such as fuel and maintenance are evergreen, but there are still plenty of opportunities to trim costs. The following are several methods fleets can utilize to reduce their overhead and keep their budget under control. [...]
There are several unknown factors when it comes to electronic logging devices (ELDs). Carriers and fleets do not know how the devices will affect productivity, the driver shortage, and more. However, what the industry does know is there are issues with the training enforcement officers received—primarily that it is still ongoing. The Problem with Incomplete [...]
The trucking industry is undergoing a massive shift in operation standards. One of the more controversial examples is the polarizing electronic logging device mandate. However, the industry is far from relaxing into a new normal. Significant and surprising trends are set to disrupt an already unsettled field. The following are some of the most unexpected [...]
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 [...]
In the past, the transportation industry has been slow to adopt new technologies. However, as drivers and fleets strive to improve safety and productivity, this trend has shifted. Both software and hardware tech upgrades have made major strides toward making trucking safer. The following are the latest innovations revolutionizing the industry. Autonomous Trucks and Platooning [...]
The need for driver safety is always present, but the challenges and risks skyrocket during the school year and holiday seasons. No community is exempt, either. From dense inner cities to sprawling suburbs, school buses and holiday travelers increase transportation risk. With more buses and more pedestrians comes increased congestion and chaos. Commercial drivers must [...]
Safety problems seem to plague some motor carriers while others always have smooth sailing. So what separates these struggling fleets from successful ones? The answer is simple: prosperous fleets make safety a top priority. Implementing a culture of safety, however, isn't always fast or simple. Here are some of the ways that top fleets are [...]
“How’s my driving?” bumper stickers are a common sight on commercial vehicles. Even so, these are not just a gimmick; they are part of a safety program designed to improve driver behavior and get unsafe drivers off the roads. Such programs allow motorists to report erratic or sloppy driver behavior. However, the purpose of the [...]
Despite several remaining questions and requests for exemptions, the ELD mandate is now in effect. However, the FMCSA is including some caveats like a grace period and an agricultural exemption to help ensure a smooth transition. FMCSA Grace Period While the ELD ruling has gone into effect on schedule, drivers will not need to fear [...]