The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has announced this year’s International Road check dates as May 17-19 with a focus on...
International Roadcheck Set for May 17th-19th with Emphasis on Wheel Ends
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10 Tips for Driving Safely in Work Zones
10 Tips for Driving Safely in Work Zones EXPECT THE UNEXPECTED! (Normal speed limits may be reduced, traffic lanes may be...
FMCSA Deletes Requirement for Drivers to Submit Annual Record of Violations
FMCSA Deletes Requirement for Drivers to Submit Annual Record of Violations (Certificate of Violations) For Interstate carriers,...
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...
Preparing for the Cold Weather Ahead!
We are now in Fall and now is the time to start preparing your operation for the cold weather ahead. Your drivers should be aware of what is required to keep their truck running during the winter...