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DOT Compliance Checklist For Truck Drivers

If you hire truck drivers for your company, you need to ensure you comply with the federal Department of Transportation (DOT). If you are not in compliance, a DOT audit can be devastating for you and your business. Because of this, you need to ensure you are prepared for every type of audit they may […]

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Hiring Drivers Safely: A Step-by-Step Guide

In the logistics and transport industry, the safety and compliance of your fleet begin with hiring qualified drivers. Like the vital documents in a permit book, each step in the hiring process is a crucial link to operational legality and efficiency. It is for this reason that, in our latest article, we seek to walk […]

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The Complete Guide to Electronic Logging Devices

Some truckers feel that electronic driver logs limit their ability to manage their schedules since they cannot extend their driving time even by a few minutes. But for a growing number of truck drivers and owner-operators, ELD devices streamline most of their admin tasks and provide a transparent system that leaves no room for disputes […]

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Essential Trucking Documents: Keeping Your Permit Book Up-to-Date and Accessible

In the trucking world, success involves more than steering and delivery — it demands meticulous management of crucial documents, often housed in what we know as a permit book.  Now, these aren’t just papers; they’re a passport to lawful operation and the key to seamless journeys across state lines.  It is for this reason that […]

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Understanding Transport Protocols: Who Can Ride Along

The operation of commercial vehicles is regulated by a series of rules and regulations designed to ensure safety and security. One such rule, under § 392.60 of the Code of Federal Regulations, explicitly prohibits the transportation of “unauthorized persons” in commercial motor vehicles (with some exceptions). Let’s break it down. The Basic Rule The essence […]

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How To Drive Safely At Night: Essential Tips for Truck Drivers 

Truck driving at night comes with its own set of challenges and rewards. The roads are generally quieter, and the sense of peacefulness can make the journey enjoyable. However, nighttime driving also brings inherent risks like reduced visibility, fatigue, and impaired drivers on the road, which is precisely why, in this article, we delve into […]

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National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

Founded by the American Trucking Associations in 1988, NTDAW is a nationwide program that serves as an annual homage to the dedication, sacrifices, and essential services provided by our country’s 3.6 million professional truck drivers. Why We’re Thankful As we go about our daily lives, these men and women work tirelessly to keep America moving, […]

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How To Properly Mark A Commercial Motor Vehicle

Navigating the world of Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs) entails its own set of rules and guidelines. One such that every CMV operator should be familiar with is the marking requirements.  Properly marking a CMV not only ensures compliance with regulations, but also safety and professionalism on the road. Understanding the Regulation The marking requirements for […]

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Safety Message for Truck Drivers: Top 5 Steps to Stay Safe on the Road

Trucking companies have a duty to protect the safety of other motorists by preparing their drivers for the road ahead. Showing drivers how to plan roots ahead, drive defensively, and prepare for the road ahead of them is a vital part of their training. Commercial vehicles entering the road have different expectations and rules because […]

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Safety Training for Truck Drivers: 10 Topics for Teaching Safe Driving

Truck driver safety training is one of the most critical steps before truck drivers get behind the wheel of a loaded truck. Safety training can save lives, preventing severe accidents that endanger not just the truck driver’s safety, but also the safety of anyone on the road. If you own your own trucking company and […]

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