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 >>
Thursday, May 31, 2018As of April 1, 2018, new violations associated with the FMCSA’s ELD mandate will fall under the Hours of Service Compliance BASIC category in the CSA’s Safety Measurement System (SMS). What does this mean to you as a driver/carrier? These violations are not being applied retroactively. READ MORE >>
Thursday, May 17, 2018During the week of July 15th Traffic safety personnel will be on the lookout for unsafe driving behaviors by commercial motor vehicles drivers and passenger vehicle drivers. Examples of what enforcement personnel will be tracking throughout the week are speeding, distracted driving, texting... READ MORE >>
Wednesday, May 9, 2018 With the trucking industry facing driver shortages, it has caused many companies to reflect on what other companies are doing to address this issue. Signing Bonuses Companies are offering experienced drivers (one year plus) anywhere from $2000 to $10,000 bonuses. READ MORE >>
Friday, February 16, 2018 The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association is looking to pull the Hours of Service regulations more in line with the realities of the road that drivers face day in and day out. They have filed a petition with the FMCSA asking for the administration to consider making some changes to the HOS rules. READ MORE >>
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