Tuesday, December 11, 2018Speed limits posted on curve warning signs are intended for passenger vehicles, not large trucks. Large trucks should reduce their speed even further. Studies have shown that large trucks entering a curve, even at the posted speed limit, have lost control and rolled over due to their high center of gravity. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, December 4, 2018Adjust your speed to safely match weather conditions, road conditions, visibility, and traffic. Driving too fast is a major cause of fatal crashes, and higher speeds may cause more sever crashes. The Fatality Analysis Reporting System recently reported that 25% of speeding related large truck fatalities occurred during adverse weather conditions. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, November 27, 2018Driving too fast for conditions is defined as traveling at a speed that is greater than a reasonable standard for safe driving. Examples of conditions where drivers may find themselves driving too fast include: wet roads due to rain, snow, or ice, reduced visibility due to fog, uneven roads, construction zones, curves, intersections, gravel roads, and heavy traffic. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, November 20, 2018Whether you’re just out of truck driver school or a seasoned veteran on the roads, winter weather can make operating your rig a tricky proposition. Here are winter driving safety tips for commercial driver’s to make rational decisions and be safe out on the roads this winter. READ MORE >>
Friday, September 21, 2018With more than 2700 comments submitted regarding the HOS Reform, the FMCSA has extend the public comment period to October 10th. In addition to submitting comments online, you can make yourself heard in person at the following events: Saturday, Sept. 22 in Reno, NV Friday, Sept. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, September 12, 2018The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is currently accepting public comments on possible reform to the Hours of Service rules. They are committed to making changes but those changes will only come if the industry – truckers included – participate in the rule making process. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, August 29, 2018Mark your calendars! National Truck Driver Appreciation week is scheduled for September 9 – 15, 2018. During that week America will take the time to honor all professional truck drivers for their hard work and commitment in tackling one of our economy’s most demanding and important jobs. READ MORE >>
Thursday, August 2, 2018 A motor carrier needs to retain records of duty status and supporting documents required for each of its drivers for a period of no less than 6 months from the date of receipt. The driver needs to retain a copy of each record of duty status for the previous 7 days which shall be in his/her possession and available for inspection while on duty. READ MORE >>
Friday, July 27, 2018There are over 15,000 confirmed orders for electrified commercial trucks and buses worldwide for delivery between now and 2021. Interact Analysis has done an early attempt to quantify the steady stream of orders that has many in the trucking industry speculating that the tipping point for truck electrification has arrived. READ MORE >>
Thursday, June 7, 2018There are a lot of rumors about the ELD mandate. KeepTruckin is hosting a 20 minute webinar to give you the correct information, directly from the FMCSA. You’ll learn: What the ELD mandate is How to know if it applies to you Tips to pick a compliant, credible ELD READ MORE >>
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