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Newsby StaffNovember 10, 2017

DOT Changing Drug Testing to Address Opioid Abuse Epidemic

The Department of Transportation plans to add four prescription opioids – hydrocodone, hydromorphone, oxymorphone and oxycodone – to the existing DOT drug-testing panel for screening truck drivers and other "safety-sensitive" transportation workers. This final rule is to take effect on Jan. 1.

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ProductsNovember 9, 2017

Wi-Fi Rear View and Back-up Camera

The Wi-Fi rearview camera installs on a vehicle's license plate and allows drivers to monitor trailer and towing conditions.

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NewsNovember 9, 2017

Driving Dynamics Offers Mobile-Based Driving Lessons

Driving Dynamics has begun offering a new learning management system called DrivActiv that's optimized for mobile devices, according to the company.

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NewsNovember 8, 2017

Mercedes-Benz Metris Recalled for Wheel Bearings

The recall, issued to address a wheel detachment risk, covers 109 vans in the 2017 model year.

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Articlesby Tariq KamalNovember 7, 2017

Latest Innovations in Retread Tires

Long a staple of the replacement tire market for trucks and vans as well as tractor-trailers, aircraft, and buses, new advances in manufacturing and technology have made retreaded tires an attractive choice for fleet owners and operators.

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Articlesby Kathy CloseNovember 6, 2017

ELD Mandate: Day of Reckoning Arrives

In this, the “eleventh hour,” many companies still have last-minute questions on ELD implementation. Find out some areas of consideration including how to find an acceptable device and how to handle short-haul drivers.

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ArticlesCover Storyby Mike AntichNovember 6, 2017

Tire Prices Experience Upward Pressure

For many vocational truck fleets, price is the key factor when selecting the type of replacement tire. As shown in the past, when replacement tire prices increase, the retread industry benefits since retreads are significantly cheaper.

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Newsby StaffNovember 6, 2017

Video Safety Tip: Driving in Snow

It's that time of year again. Several areas have already seen the first snowfall of the season. AAA offers advice for driving in wintry conditions.

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NewsNovember 3, 2017

Utility Contractor Works 2.5M Hours Without a Lost Time Accident

The service provider achieved a safety-performance milestone when it recently exceeded 2.5 million man hours without a lost time incident

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NewsNovember 2, 2017

Terminix Implements Azuga Safety Tech in Fleet

Terminix Service Inc. has installed Azuga safety technology in over 300 fleet vehicles to improve fleet safety management and encourage safe driving behaviors.

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