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Newsby StaffJune 4, 2018

Sentenced Crime Syndicate Stole $30M in Cargo

Four sentences were handed out in a multi-year cargo theft case responsible for more than $30 million in goods stolen over nearly three years.

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Articlesby Deborah LockridgeJune 1, 2018

7 ELD Tips for Roadcheck Inspection Blitz

A former law enforcement official gives his tips on how fleets can stay compliant with the ELD mandate during this year’s CVSA Roadcheck which will focus on hours of service violations.

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ProductsJune 1, 2018

Cura System Tracks Sleep to Help Drivers Reduce Fatigue

CurAegis Technologies has launched the Cura System designed to track sleep levels and make drivers aware of their fatigue levels.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsMay 31, 2018

Get Your Brakes Ready for Roadcheck

CVSA's National Roadcheck June 5-7 may be focusing on hours of service, but you can bet that lots of trucks will be put out of service for brakes. To help you out, here’s a refresher course on inspecting your truck’s air brakes and what to do if you discover you’re not in compliance.

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Newsby StaffMay 31, 2018

FHWA Clarifies What a Nondivisible Load Is

The Federal Highway Administration has provided a clarification on the federal definition of a nondivisible load in a response to the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeMay 31, 2018

New Personal Conveyance Guidance Gives Flexibility to Find Truck Parking

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration just announced regulatory guidance that gives drivers a way to deal with one of the most vexing problems with the electronic logging device mandate – finding a safe place to park for the night – as well as clarification for ag haulers on the 150-air-mile exemption.

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Newsby StaffMay 31, 2018

Large Navistar Recall Addresses Seat Belt Issue

Navistar is recalling certain 2018-2019 International truck models for an issue with a seat belt anchor part failing in a crash.

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Newsby StaffMay 30, 2018

Navistar Recalls Certain HX Trucks for Stability Control Issue

Navistar has issued a recall for certain 2017-2019 model year International HX severe duty trucks for an improperly installed air supply line which could cause issues with the stability control.

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ProductsMay 29, 2018

BettsHD Conspicuity Tape Can Improve Vehicle Visibility

BettsHD’s reflective conspicuity tape is designed with a prismatic surface to improve visibility from long distances.

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Newsby Steven MartinezMay 29, 2018

Proposed Bills Would Exempt Small Carriers from the ELD Mandate

Two proposed bills aimed at small carriers and the agricultural business sector would exempt certain trucking companies from the ELD mandate if made into law.

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