How AI-powered dashcams can train truck drivers
Distracted driving is dangerous and costly.
The keys to properly securing unique cargo
With the wide range of cargo types, unique materials and geometric shapes and the significant mass of some loads, there is a lot to consider.
Cargo securement tips for International Roadcheck 2023
A brief educational triage to help you refresh your memory on proper cargo securement before International Roadcheck 2023.
Three autonomous truck aspects to start seriously considering
The automated truck conversation expands beyond the technology and into business reality.
Can ELDs reduce operating costs?
The benefits of real-time visibility aids in route planning and allows for managers to better track drivers out on the road.
USDOT hosts first meeting of Women of Trucking Advisory Board
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) hosted the inaugural meeting of the Women of Trucking Advisory Board (WOTAB), where members discussed the results of a new FMCSA report on driver safety. The new Advisory Board, created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, is composed of 16 founding members
Understanding the cost of truck tire underinflation: An afternoon with P.S.I.
The price of gas steadily climbs along with consumer expectations in the growing market. Now, more than ever, fleet operators are depending on their trucks to get the job done right and in a timely manner. That cannot be done if your trailers are rolling on underinflated tires. Tire pressure plays an important role in
Five facts you need to know about semi-truck insurance
If you use semi-trucks in your business, it’s crucial to insure them properly. This includes if you’re an owner-operator of a trucking business, an independent trucker, or your company owns or leases semis to transport goods. If you cross state lines as a for-hire transportation provider, you’re required to carry a commercial policy with at
Haul aims to make truck driver application process easier
Haul, a digital employment platform for CDL truck drivers that connects trucking companies with drivers, has adapted the truck driver application process and repackaged it into a mobile-first experience. For the first time, drivers can complete their FMCSA and DOT mandated application in less than 10 minutes, the company explained. Drivers download the Haul Driver
Severe weather alerts now part of Drivewyze Safety+
Drivewyze is now providing real-time weather warnings as part of its Drivewyze Safety+ proactive driver notification platform. Drivewyze has integrated its technology with trusted weather data partners to pinpoint extreme or severe weather occurrences in the U.S., giving drivers time to slow down, alter routes, or pull over in severe weather cases. Severe Weather Alerts
