What Is Preventive Maintenance and Why Is It Important?
Truck preventative maintenance (PM) is a proactive approach to servicing and maintaining trucks to prevent costly breakdowns, extend vehicle lifespans, and ensure safety on the road. It involves scheduled inspections, routine servicing, and timely repairs to address potential issues before they escalate into major problems. For drivers, fleet managers, and owner-operators, a preventive maintenance program […]
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ELD Certification: What Does It Mean?
Trucking regulations continuously change the minimum requirements and ELD rules. Motor carriers who are concerned about a non-compliant device should contact Simplex Group for all of their ELD concerns. As a trusted partner in the industry, we specialize in helping trucking companies navigate the often-complicated world of compliance, safety, and efficiency. Simplex Group provides comprehensive […]
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Freight Fraud: What Is It and How to Avoid It?
Fraud happens within every industry, and while many people are aware of things like scammers and payment fraud, many are unaware of the criminal acts that lead to rising costs for all of us: freight fraud. Trucking Fraud and Freight Fraud and Their Impact on the Freight Industry Trucking fraud and freight fraud are deceptive […]
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ELD Revisions Expected in 2025
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) will implement significant revisions to Electronic Logging Device (ELD) regulations in 2025. These changes aim to enhance highway safety, ensure accurate tracking of drivers’ hours of service (HOS), and address technological advancements in the trucking industry. Simplex Group ensures that federal laws and standards of safety are followed […]
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What is the SAP Program?
In the fast-paced world of transportation, compliance isn’t just a requirement—it’s a lifeline. At Simplex Group, we understand the ins and outs of the trucking industry and we’re committed to helping our clients understand the often complicated world of regulations and compliance. One important aspect of this is the SAP (Substance Abuse Professional) program, a […]
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How to Create an Effective Corrective Action Plan After a Failed DOT Safety Audit
The Department of Transportation (DOT) conducts regular safety audits for commercial motor carriers to ensure compliance with safety regulations. Failing a DOT safety audit can jeopardize a company’s operating authority, disrupt business, and lead to significant penalties. A Corrective Action Plan (CAP) is required to address the violations cited in the audit, rectify safety issues, […]
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Things You Must Know About DOT Random Drug Testing
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has very strict rules for drug and alcohol testing for transportation jobs. Drivers and employers must follow the DOT drug testing process, which requires DOT random drug testing services. Random drug and alcohol testing programs are in place to keep everyone safe on the road. If you own […]
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Truck Factoring: Everything You Need to Know
The trucking industry plays a vital role in the U.S. economy, with trucking businesses responsible for transporting more than 72% of all freight in the country. However, one of the biggest challenges for trucking companies, especially small or owner-operator businesses, is maintaining consistent cash flow. Truck factoring has emerged as a key financial solution for […]
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Are CDL Drivers Required to Register for the Clearinghouse?
Drug and alcohol violations while on the job can result in the loss of your commercial driving privileges. For the safety of all on the roads, drug and alcohol monitoring must be conducted by the FMCSA Clearinghouse per federal regulations. Drivers of these vehicles and their employers must comply with the requirements set by the […]
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Will I Pass the DOT Physical With Diabetes?
If you have diabetes and you want to become a truck driver or renew your CDL, you may have concerns about taking the DOT physical. DOT physicals can be nerve-wracking enough as it is, though the good news is that you can still pass the DOT physical even with diabetes. DOT physicals don’t directly test […]
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