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Newsby StaffJanuary 16, 2020

FMCSA Declares Nevada Owner-Operator Imminent Hazard

The FMCSA declared a Nevada-licensed commercial driver to be an imminent hazard to public safety, ordering him to cease operation of any commercial motor vehicle in interstate commerce.

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Newsby David CullenJanuary 15, 2020

FMCSA Prepping to Study Causes of Fatal Truck Crashes

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration will launch a study of factors that contribute to highway crashes involving large trucks. Driving the study is concern over the rising number of fatalities incurred in truck crashes.

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Articlesby Deborah LockridgeJanuary 14, 2020

6 Things You Need to Know About the New Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse

The federal Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is finally rolling out this month. This electronic database will track commercial driver’s license holders who have tested positive for prohibited drug or alcohol use, as well as refusals to take required drug tests, and other drug and alcohol violations.

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Passing Zoneby David CullenJanuary 11, 2020

Regulatory Outlook 2020: Keep an Eye on Hours of Service

What's in store for trucking from the regulators in Washington, D.C., this year? Executive Editor David Cullen says the government wheels move slowly, but hours-of-service is among those to watch in 2020.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 10, 2020

TCA Recognizes 18 Fleets with Outstanding Safety Records

Eighteen companies have been awarded division winners in the Truckload Carriers Association's 44th Annual Fleet Safety Awards competition.

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ProductsJanuary 3, 2020

GeoSpace Labs Launches Florida-Specific Intrastate ELD

GeoSpace Labs' new Official Florida Intrastate FMCSA Registered Electronic Logging Device helps drivers and companies comply with Florida-specific regulations.

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Articlesby Jim ParkDecember 31, 2019

How Speed, Weight and Grades Affect Brakes

Understanding the operational factors that boost -- or degrade -- braking performance is critical for reliable, safe stops on the road.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeDecember 27, 2019

FMCSA Doubles Random Drug-Testing Percentage for 2020

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is doubling the minimum annual percentage rate for random controlled substance testing for commercial motor vehicle drivers, from 25% to 50% percent, effective Jan. 1.

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Articlesby Deborah LockridgeDecember 9, 2019

11 Things to Know to Stay Out of Trouble with Final ELD Deadline

As of Dec. 17, most motor carriers are required by federal law to use electronic logging devices, or ELDs, to track truck driver hours of service. Whether you’ve waited until the last minute to flip the switch or you’re already running ELDs, here are some things you need to keep in mind to avoid citations, bad CSA scores, or unsatisfactory safety ratings.

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Trailer Talkby StaffDecember 5, 2019

How to Secure Cargo with Air

Dunnage air bags are becoming one of the most popular solutions for freight stabilization and protection in van trailers

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