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Sometimes, it is not in a fleet’s best interests to have a vehicle at a given GVWR. Changing the GVWR to a special value can be done, but the process is complicated.
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Think trucks under 26,001 pounds are automatically in the clear when it comes to IRP? Not always. Learn where lighter vehicles can still run into trip permit, apportioned registration, and IFTA compliance requirements when crossing state or provincial lines.
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If you have Altec, Chrysler, Ford, Heil, General Motors, International, Mack Trucks, Paccar, Rivian, Royal Truck, Toyota, US Truck Body, or Volvo Trucks vehicles in your fleet, you should check these important recalls issued by the National Highway Safety Administration.
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DOT says not so fast on marijuana. Even with federal reclassification efforts, commercial drivers in safety-sensitive roles remain subject to marijuana testing and prohibitions.
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Bad data on your carrier record can cost you. Here’s how DataQs helps fleets challenge errors before they hit CSA scores, insurance, and your bottom line.
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DOT’s reasonable suspicion training rules leave room for interpretation. Here’s how fleets handle training, documentation, and supervisor judgment.
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What regulatory and compliance trends do fleets need to keep an eye on in 2026, and what is changing or new? Learn from experts what fleets need to be aware of to stay in compliance moving forward.
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AI can clarify HOS data, speed up audits, or create new risks. Here’s what it does well, where it struggles, and why humans still matter.
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Whether working alone or with a fleet management company, fleet managers are at the helm of driving compliance with federal, state, and local mandates. What does it take to lead compliance in a fleet?
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When, exactly, do you need a DOT number? And why is paperwork so important?
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The past decade has seen several new and updated federal regulations pertaining to commercial trucks and vans, but rules that affect drivers outpace vehicle standards by a mile.
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