March 13, 2024
laurengoinsHow to Handle Roadside Inspections and Avoid Violations
Roadside inspections are an inconvenient yet important part of trucking and logistics operations. They help ensure compliance with safety regulations and provide valuable feedback to drivers and companies to improve safety performance. However, they can also be stressful and time-consuming, especially if violations are identified. To help you prepare for and handle roadside inspections more […]
February 28, 2024
laurengoinsA Guide to Understanding and Navigating Weigh Stations
You see the flashing lights ahead. The sign declares the scales are open for business. We might not like it, but weigh stations play a crucial role in the trucking industry, ensuring compliance with weight limits and safety regulations, preventing road damage, and promoting fair competition. Understanding and navigating weigh stations is essential for a […]
February 12, 2024
laurengoinsTop 5 Points to Consider When Purchasing a Truck: Engine Quality
Choosing the right transport truck is a crucial decision that can significantly impact your business’s efficiency, profitability, and overall success. With so many factors to consider, it’s vital to prioritize engine quality, as it plays a key role in a truck’s performance, reliability, and long-term value. Let’s take a look at the top 5 points […]
February 6, 2024
laurengoinsWhat to do After an Accident
Commercial truck drivers are responsible for driving large and heavy vehicles on public roads. They carry a great responsibility to safely operate their vehicles as they navigate the nation’s highways. As careful as you may be, many factors can play into an unforeseen accident. Weather, road conditions, and other drivers can all be factors. Unfortunately, […]
January 23, 2024
laurengoinsNavigating the Storm: How Truck Drivers Handle Inclement Weather
Inclement weather can be a formidable adversary for truck drivers, posing numerous challenges that demand resilience, skill, and adaptability. From heavy rain and high winds to hail, snowstorms to tornadoes, these weather conditions can significantly impact the safety and efficiency of trucking operations. Let’s delve into the world of truck drivers and explore how they […]
January 12, 2024
laurengoinsTips on Passing your CDL Exam
You’ve driven a car, a motorcycle, or maybe a moving truck. Driving a transport is different. Much different. Remember back to those early days, likely in your teens, when you took that first test. You probably studied a manual, took a driver’s education course, learned the details, and prepared for the road. Now, as […]