In a 9-0 decision handed down this morning, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that freight brokers can be sued under state law for negligently hiring unsafe motor carriers. The decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC eliminates a federal preemption shield the broker industry ... Read More »
The EPA has proposed a major change that could bring long-awaited relief to truck fleets, farmers, diesel equipment operators, and anyone else who has ever watched a perfectly capable machine turn into a 5-mph lawn ornament because a DEF system got cranky. The agency announced ... Read More »
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The Dreaded Amber Filter Light Modern diesel emissions equipment will humble any ambitious rookie fleet manager within weeks. In fact, aftertreatment systems cause more surprise shop visits than almost any other truck component. Every modern heavy truck uses a diesel particulate filter, commonly known as ... Read More »
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The High Price of Roadside Rubber Nothing ruins a quiet Tuesday morning like a shredded steer tire on Interstate 80. In fact, tire failures remain a leading cause of unscheduled fleet roadside downtime. You will quickly discover that replacement commercial tires carry shocking price tags. ... Read More »
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The Cab Camera Shockwave Installing inward-facing dashboard cameras will test your diplomacy on day one. In fact, seasoned commercial drivers often view new cab cameras as pure surveillance. You might expect grateful applause for improving fleet safety. Instead, your morning coffee will get cold while ... Read More »
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The Daily Alarm Clock of Doom Your telematics dashboard probably looks like a lit Christmas tree right now. In fact, modern onboard telematics devices pull thousands of data points every second. Telematics simply means the automated transmission of computerized data over long distances from your ... Read More »
Hazmat truck drivers must follow strict safety rules. Federal laws govern shipping papers, parking limits, tire checks, and safety valves. Knowing these core rules helps drivers avoid roadside fines and stay safe. Cab Papers and Vehicle Markings Drivers must keep shipping papers within arm reach ... Read More »
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Federal safety leaders have issued new guidance to stop sudden farm tank failures. The safety rules target high-pressure nurse tanks that carry bulk ammonia across rural roads. Fleet managers must understand these testing rules to prevent dangerous tank bursts. The Threat of Stress Corrosion Cracking ... Read More »
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Good record keeping is vital for every fleet moving dangerous goods. Safety officers check shop logs and test papers during routine reviews. Missing or bad records can ground your cargo tanks and cause large fines. Keeping Cargo Tank Test Records Up to Date Federal safety ... Read More »
Every new fleet professional struggles with endless repair approvals. In fact, sifting through daily maintenance orders wastes hours. Therefore, Fleetio recently expanded its AI Service Advisor software. This smart system helps teams make faster shop decisions. You can read the official news directly on the ... Read More »
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Most fleets take a preventive approach to maintenance – pulling a truck off the road for scheduled service based on a predetermined number of miles or hours in operation. Unfortunately, when minor problems arise between service intervals, what started as a minor issue can rapidly ... Read More »
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Beat Back Rising Trucking Company Insurance Costs – Implement Best Practices & Next-Gen Technologies
ATRI's 2024 Top Trucking Industry Issues Report cited insurance cost and availability as number four (4) in the list of top ten (10) trucking industry issues overall. Since 2021, ATRI research has documented continuing increases in truck insurance premiums paid by motor carriers. The increase ... Read More »
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