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ArticlesJune 7, 2019

Commentary: How Truck Drivers Can Fit in Fitness on the Road

Most truck drivers believe there’s no time or space to fit fitness into their lifestyle but in reality, drivers do have the time and space to fit fitness in, and it’s more important than ever that they do.

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Newsby StaffJune 7, 2019

ATBS: Tax Reform Was a Good Thing for Owner-Operators

Analysis of over 3,000 owner-operator tax returns has shown an overall positive impact on owner-operators, according to American Truck Business Services, a tax, consulting and bookkeeping firm for the transportation industry.

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Newsby StaffJune 3, 2019

FMCSA Accepting Applications for Younger Driver Pilot Program

The FMCSA is accepting applications for a pilot program to permit 18-20 year olds who possess the U.S. Military equivalent of a commercial driver’s license to operate large trucks in interstate commerce.

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Newsby StaffJune 3, 2019

Drivers Received Fewer Pay Increases the First Quarter of 2019

Fleets are offering fewer drivers wage increases in the first quarter of 2019 when compared to last year but the increases that are being instituted are substantial.

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ProductsMay 24, 2019

Rand McNally Headset Reduces Ambient Noise

Rand McNally’s ClearDryve 50 is a 2-in-1 headset for drivers that is designed to convert from stereo headphones into a one-sided mono headset with noise canceling microphone.

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Newsby StaffMay 20, 2019

Trucking Charity Teams up With Country Singer to Support Drivers and Promote Health

The St. Christopher’s Truckers Relief Fund has teamed up with Grammy nominated country music artist Joe Nichols to help raise awareness for the organization’s mission.

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Newsby StaffMay 20, 2019

Alabama to Allow Younger Truck Drivers

The state legislature of Alabama has passed a bill that will allow the state to issue Class A commercial driver’s licenses to applicants as young as 18 years old to participate in intrastate commerce.

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Newsby StaffMay 20, 2019

McLeod Software Introduces Driver Choice and Trip Management

McLeod’s newest version of its LoadMaster transportation software, Version 19.1, marks the debut of LoadMaster Driver Choice, a tool fleets can use to better match loads and drivers, as well as a new Trip Management module.

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Articlesby Jim ParkMay 20, 2019

In-Cab Coaching Apps Can Coax Better Fuel Economy

Encouraging drivers to drive more efficiently through coaching tools and reviews will get fleets further than limiting or taking away performance features.

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Newsby StaffMay 17, 2019

Several Companies Offer Help Preparing for CVSA Roadcheck

Several companies are offering training and services to help fleets and drivers prepare for CVSA's upcoming International Roadcheck inspection event, taking place June 4-6.

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