Podcast #32: Study Shows Truck Driver Detention Time Increasing. Here’s Why and How It Could Improve.
New results of a four-year study show long-wait times for truck drivers at shippers and receivers has not improved. In fact, it’s gotten worse, according to the American Transportation Research Institute. Here’s why and how it could improve.
Blog, PodcastsLearn What You Need to Know About the Upcoming AOBRD to ELD Transition Deadline
If you wait too close to the deadline to comply, you may find your trucks will be unable to hit the road and out of compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration hours of service regualtions. Watch this PrePass webinar and learn what you need to know so you can keep running.
Blog, RegulationsThe High Price of FMCSA Civil Penalties – Another Reason to Stay Safe, Legal and Compliant
FMCSA like all federal regulatory agencies, has the authority to issue fines and penalties. Those penalties may be imposed after FMCSA enforcement cases. Civil penalties can be levied against motor carriers and their employees, including drivers in certain instances, as well as against shippers, receivers, brokers and freight forwarders.
Blog, Regulations, SafetyDiesel Price Spikes. PrePass Can Help Your Trucking Fleet Save Money.
While the average U.S. cost of diesel this week is 19 cents lower than it was the same time a year ago, there are increasing concerns this recent spike is putting a strain on trucking company profitability.
BlogPrePass Expands Offerings with British Columbia Service, Mobile Driver Alerts
A new agreement with the British Columbia Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure allows PrePass users to bypass weigh stations in British Columbia, adding 11 locations to PrePass bypass sites. This is PrePass’ first service offering in Canada. PrePass has also rolled-out new truck driver safety alerts for mountainous areas along Interstate 70 in Colorado
Blog, TechnologyPodcast #31: FMCSA Proposes Hours of Service Changes for Truckers. Learn What It Means for You.
Following years of complaints by truck drivers and fleets about federal hours of service regulations, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has proposed significant changes. Listen to this episode of the “Eyes on the Road” podcast, presented by PrePass, as host Evan Lockridge talks with Warren Hoemann, a former number two official at the FMCSA, now PrePass consultant as they discuss what’s in the plan.
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