Superheroes Wear Reflective Vests
It may seem that we have a day, a week, or a month for every possible group or interest. But for those who make their living on the highway, or, like me, who once enforced our highway safety laws, it is important to recognize those who respond when things go wrong. And, it is just as important to prevent things from getting worse.
Blog, SafetyPodcast #76: Insider Tips for Reducing Your Truck Toll Costs & Frustrations
Listen to this new episode of the “Eyes on the Road” podcast as we look at the many different ways tolls can costs carriers, not just in terms of money, but also when it comes to time, resources and even frustration. More importantly, you will learn how you can reduce the amount of time, money and resources you are spending on tolls, giving you more time to concentrate on the real business of trucking…hauling freight!
Blog, Podcasts, Trucking CommunityCost/Benefit Changes = More Federal Trucking Regulations?
As part of the government cost/benefit analysis, some proposals are considered “significant regulatory actions” and become subject to more intense scrutiny. There are other reasons a rulemaking may be deemed “significant,” but the cost/benefit relationship is a major one. Think of it like an unanticipated bill – those proposed regulations exceeded the government budgetary limit (measured by “annual effect on the economy”) for rulemakings.
Blog, Regulations, SafetyATRI: The Finger on the Pulse of Trucking
Many believe we live in an era of disinformation and distrust of those who report the news. That’s why it is reassuring to know that someone actively listens to trucking industry concerns and then responds with thoughtful research on meeting those challenges. All done transparently and for free. The American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI) fulfills this vital role. ATRI operates as a non-profit research organization and part of the American Trucking Associations Federation, whose driving purpose is the safety and productivity of trucking.
Blog, Safety, Trucking CommunityStop Toll Management from Taking a Toll on Your Trucking Operation
Toll roads are a $5 billion annual challenge for U.S. trucking companies. Granted, they may offer quicker routes on the road, but in the office, they create administrative work that takes a toll on operational efficiency. If managing tolls is diverting your staff and office resources from more important dispatch and accounting functions, then it’s time to consider using a service that will save time and money while addressing your urgent needs.
Blog, Safety, Trucking CommunityTrucking Things to Know Now, Part 11: Federal Regulatory Updates
The U.S. Transportation Department’s recently updated its Significant Rulemaking Report. Some parties quickly pronounced that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration appeared to settle on a maximum 68 mph for truck speed limiters, applicable to model year 2003 and newer trucks equipped with electronic engine control units.
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