FMCSA Compliance Manual from J.J. Keller
J. J. Keller & Associates Inc. released the FMCSA Compliance Manual — a manual that helps fleet managers and owner-operators understand and comply with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMSRs). J.J. Keller re-launched the Fleet Safety Compliance Manual with a redesigned and reorganized format as the FMCSA Compliance Manual. “With the Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) enforcement
Integrated solutions for fuel purchasing can help lower costs
What an interesting time for motor carriers. New or rising costs for trucks and drivers, regulatory requirements and safety mandates are all ongoing challenges. And let’s not forget fuel. This might be a good time to review the costs associated with fuel. Costs, plural? Yes, the direct cost of fuel that actually is burned is
Colorado to offer Drivewyze PreClear bypass service
Drivewyze and the Colorado State Patrol announced that Colorado has become the 19th state to offer the Drivewyze PreClear bypass service, which uses tablets, smartphones and select electronic on-board recorders to provide commercial vehicles with inspection site bypass opportunities. “We’re pleased that the Colorado State Patrol recognizes the value in offering the trucking industry additional
The better brake rules
Two laws will go into effect over the next two years that will limit certain constituents or elements present in brake linings for on highway vehicles—and the focus is on protecting the environment. So what’s the concern and how will it affect fleets? Here’s the background: Both the States of California and Washington have enacted
ATRI study identifies operational, economic impact from new HOS rules
The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) released the findings of its latest analysis of the operational and economic impacts resulting from the new hours-of-service (HOS) rules, which went into effect July 1, 2013. The changes to the HOS rules implemented by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) include provisions which limit use of the 34-hour
