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INTERNATIONAL ROADCHECK 2023

The CVSA revealed that the International Roadcheck of 2023 will take place between May 16th and the 18th. During these couple of days, inspectors across the United States, Mexico, and Canada will conduct commercial motor vehicle inspections with a specific focus on Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS) and Cargo Securement.  Every year the CVSA chooses a […]

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ELD AND HOURS OF SERVICE GO HAND IN HAND: SEE HOW

In the world of commercial transportation, it’s essential to stay on top of the latest mandates and regulations to ensure that your trucking business remains compliant with all FMCSA regulations. Failure to comply can lead to severe consequences, including shutting down your operations.  One of the critical areas of compliance is adhering to the Hours […]

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How to Start a Trucking Company

Getting into the trucking industry can be a complex but lucrative and even satisfying endeavor. Trucking companies are part of our country’s lifeblood, ferrying goods and people nationwide. However, it can be challenging, and you may need help starting your trucking business. If you are considering starting a business, you have a lot to do. […]

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6 Levels of DOT Inspections

If you work in the trucking industry, you are probably aware of all the DOT inspections that occur in order to ensure you are compliant with FMCSA rules and regulations. These inspections are usually carried out by a state police officer or a DOT inspector, and there are six different levels of inspections that they […]

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DOT Safety Compliance New Entrant Safety Audit Steps

Becoming a new owner of a trucking company can mean dealing with a lot of lengthy processes and paperwork. One of the things you will go through is the New Entrant Safety Audit. There are a couple of steps that you go through with this audit, so today, we’re here to walk you through them […]

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Entry Level Driver Training 

Recently, the FMCSA announced that the new Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) rule would be taking effect starting on February 7th, 2023. The ELDT rule affects the new driver training process and is part of the FMCSA’s efforts to continue improving road safety. For this reason, it’s crucial to get a good idea of why these […]

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How to Be a Successful Carrier

In order to succeed as a carrier, there are a few things to understand about operations. That’s why today, we’re going to be guiding you through the key steps of the hiring process and finding the right customers to achieve your goals of becoming a successful carrier. Hiring Reliable and Qualified Drivers- The trucking industry […]

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Women in Trucking—How Have They Shaped the Industry?

In the past, the trucking industry has been male-dominated, but today, the industry is being run by successful women and men alike. As more and more women enter this field, they continue to take the trucking industry by storm and change it for the better. Changing Perspectives One of the most valuable ways that women […]

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4 Tips to Negotiate Freight Rate

Freight rates are a crucial aspect of a trucking business, as they can have a big impact on your profits and overall financial performance. Even though the industry continues to deal with a growing number of issues, freight rates is one of the things you can still have control over. Here are a few tips […]

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