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Newsby StaffDecember 3, 2019

Driver Refused to Drive Without Safety Measure, Wins Damages

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration determined that UPS Freight violated the Surface Transportation Assistance Act when managers retaliated against a driver who refused to drive without an ELD being mounted.

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Articlesby Kathy CloseNovember 6, 2019

Top 5 CDL Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse FAQs

Despite the three-year lead time of the final rule, the CDL Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is on track to launch Jan. 6, 2020. The top five questions are answered.

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Articlesby Kathy CloseMay 2, 2019

Top 4 Common Regulatory Myths in Fleet

Several common misunderstandings of motor carrier safety regulations resurface year after year. Some seem plausible and even have a hint of truth. Nevertheless, these common myths are just that — myths. 

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Newsby StaffApril 16, 2019

Calif. Moves Toward Self-Driving Delivery Van Testing

The California Department of Motor Vehicles may soon change the current rules and allow testing of autonomous light-duty delivery vehicles weighing less than 10,001 pounds.

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Articlesby Kathy CloseMarch 4, 2019

CBD Oils May Result in DOT-Testing Violation

Use of THC is forbidden for a regulated driver, no matter the source. As a result, medical and recreational marijuana and some CBD oils, even if legal under state law, are federally banned.

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Articlesby Tariq KamalJanuary 14, 2019

What's New In DOT Compliance for Work Truck Fleets

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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Newsby StaffNovember 14, 2018

OSHA Issues Final Rule for Crane Operators

Under the final rule, employers are required to train operators, evaluate them, and document successful completion of the evaluations.

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Articlesby Kathy CloseNovember 6, 2018

Scheduling Your Vehicle's Checkup

A systematic preventive maintenance (PM) schedule makes sound business sense and keeps drivers safer on the road.

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ArticlesOctober 31, 2018

Everything You Need to Know About DVIR

Vehicle inspections are an important part of a truck driver’s daily routine and they are essential to keeping vehicles in good condition while ensuring road safety and fleet compliance.

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Articlesby Mike ButschOctober 11, 2018

How eDocuments Benefit Work Truck Fleets

Electronic documentation offers intriguing benefits for service fleet operators seeking a better way to maintain driver and vehicle records and meet DOT, legal, and regulatory standards.

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