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Distracted Driving: Tips to Stay Focused
This risky behavior poses a danger to not only to a vehicle’s occupants, but other…
Russian Invasion Could Mean More Catalytic Converter Thefts
The Russian invasion of Ukraine is putting your vehicles at greater risk of being…
Used Vehicle Prices Keep Climbing
Accurate stated amounts for your vehicles is vital because they affect…
July 4th Holiday Weekend Poses High Risk of Cargo Theft
Heavier traffic is not the only thing that can create problems for motor carriers and drivers during the upcoming holiday weekend…
Two-Way Tolls to Start on Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge Dec. 1
Split tolling on the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge will officially go into effect at…
FMCSA Releases Long-Awaited HOS Final Rule
The FMCSA’s final rule on hours of service offers four…
ATRI List Shows U.S. Congestion Getting Worse
The 2020 Top Truck Bottleneck List assesses the impact of traffic congestion on…
ELD Full Compliance Deadline Just Days Away
The final phase deadline to transition to electronic logging devices is fast approaching…
Don’t Risk Costly Spoiled Cargo Losses
As a reefer driver, you're in the business of keeping perishable product at the proper temperature, and spoilage can…
10 Ways Commercial Truckers Provide Us Freedom
“In the United States, commercial truckers provide more freedom than one could imagine. Truck drivers are not only the backbone of the American way of life, but they ensure the American economy continues to be the world leader it is today. Here are eight ways truckers provide freedom in the U.S.A...”
FTR Index Points to Less Favorable Trucking Conditions
The drop is attributed to higher costs in labor, fuel, and equipment, reflecting less favorable conditions for trucking....
FMCSA DELAYS ENTRY LEVEL DRIVER TRAINING RULE TO COMPLY WITH TRUMP MEMO
The basics of class time involve instruction on the operation of the vehicles, including instruments and controls, how to perform pre-and post-trip inspections, how to operate at night, distracted driving, hours of service, and more....
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