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Safety & Complianceby Brandon Wiseman, Trucksafe ConsultingApril 5, 2022

4 Things Fleets Should Know About DOT Audits

Whether you call it a DOT audit or a compliance review, whether it's onsite or off, here's why you should make sure you're prepared for a visit from the FMCSA.

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Fleet Managementby Lisa Trymbiski, Bryant Surety BondsApril 4, 2022

What Fleets Should Know About Freight Broker Bonds

Whether you’re a motor carrier that works with brokers or you’re thinking of spinning off your own freight brokerage business from your fleet operations, you need to understand broker bonds.

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Fleet Managementby Vesna BrajkovicApril 1, 2022

Are You Up to Speed on Autonomous Trucking?

Do you feel behind in figuring out how your fleet can take advantage of autonomous technology? You may be surprised by what autonomous trucking executives have to say.

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Fleet Managementby StaffMarch 30, 2022

Global News Roundup: South America Truck Market Rebounds

ICYMI: A roundup of global trucking industry news from Stellantis, Volvo Trucks, Iveco, Meritor, Scania and more.

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Fleet Managementby Avery Vise, FTRMarch 29, 2022

Trucking’s Inflation Worries Go Beyond Fuel

For trucking companies, the biggest single threat from inflation arguably is not in their own costs, but in what higher costs will mean for consumer spending.

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ELD Mandate: FMCSA and the Law of Unintended Consequences

Researchers dig into the effects of mandatory electronic logging devices and the crash preventability determination program.

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Fleet Managementby StaffMarch 25, 2022

How Central Oregon Truck Company Stays on Top of Safety

Best Fleets to Drive For Hall of Famer Central Oregon Truck Company has an extensive new driver orientation program and continues its training through ongoing safety education.

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Fuel Smartsby Deborah LockridgeMarch 24, 2022

The ‘Messy Middle’ On The Road To Decarbonized Trucking

The years between 2020 and 2040 have been described as the “messy middle” as the trucking industry works out the best ways for fleets to cut carbon emissions. HDT's Deborah Lockridge thinks we’re starting to see just that.

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Fleet Managementby Vesna BrajkovicMarch 24, 2022

3 Ways Fleets Can Host Effective Driver Events

Read these three simple, but effective, tips for hosting a driver appreciation or recognition event that can lead to higher employee retention.

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Equipmentby Jim ParkMarch 21, 2022

Can Smart Trailers Improve Driver Retention?

If equipment failures are a leading cause of driver dissatisfaction, smart trailer technologies can help. But you must follow through on repairs.

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