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Mobile 3G Shutdown Might Affect ELD Compliance
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is warning motor carriers that mobile telecommunications carriers are scheduling...
CVSA Schedules Road Check for May 17th-19th
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has announced this year’s International Roadcheck dates as May 17th-19th with a focus on...
New law will fine truck drivers for parking on right-of-ways in Orange County, Florida
A new law banning commercial trucks from parking on right-of-ways in Orange County, Florida, will go into effect next month. The change comes after residents in mixed-use neighborhoods complained...
Commercial Drivers Given More Time to Renew HMEs
Commercial Drivers Given More Time to Renew HEMs The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is extending its previously issued COVID-19 exemption, which provides commercial drivers with...
How Does DEA’s New Marijuana Definition Impact CMV Drivers?
How does the DEA's New Marijuana Definition Impact CMV Drivers? The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) recently updated its definition of “marijuana” to conform to a 2018 law that removed certain...
Halloween Driving “Tricks” to Keep Everyone Safe
Halloween Driving "Tricks" to Keep Everyone Safe To help everyone bring home treats — not tragedies — follow these tips for a safe Halloween: • Focus on your driving. A single distraction could...
How Drivers Can Impact Tire Cost and Tire Safety
How Drivers Can Impact Tire Cost and Tire Safety Next to fuel, tires have been and will continue to be the #1 maintenance issue facing fleets today. Drivers can have an enormous impact on your tire...
November 1st-8th is Drowsy Driving Prevention Week
November 1st-8th is Drowsy Driving Prevention Week The National Sleep Foundation has launched Drowsy Driving Prevention week as an educational campaign designed to save lives by increasing...
CSA Violation List Updated in Time for September Snapshot
CSA Violation List Updated in time for September Snapshot The list of severity-weighted violations appearing in the Safety Measurement System (SMS) Methodology was updated in late September to...
Tis’ Deer Season!
It is Deer season, and now is the time to remind drivers of the dangers of animals in the roadway. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety estimates that 1.5 million deer-related accidents occur...
How to Make a Cold Weather Survival Kit
Everyone should carry a Winter Survival Kit in their truck. In an emergency, it could save your life. Here is what you need: a shovel windshield scraper and small broom flashlight with extra...