Fleets share lessons learned in the nearly 12 months since the electronic logging device mandate went into full effect.
An analysis of electronic logging device data by eRoad has shown recently implemented changes to the hours-of-service regulations have not had a big impact on user operations.
American carriers that operate into Canada are running out of time to procure an electronic logging device that complies with Canadian regulations.
Productivity and efficiency can be greatly enhanced through better and closer management. That once cost time and money; then ELDs came along.
Carriers are right to be concerned about managing personal conveyance, and drivers who misuse personal conveyance are essentially creating false logs.
A recent survey conducted by the J. J. Keller Center for Market Insights shows that fleets are facing challenges from the recent hours-of-service (HOS) rule changes, while also identifying some benefits to the new rules.
Rand McNally recently introduced OverDryve 8 Pro II, the next generation of its all-in-one trucking device, which includes navigation, access to SiriusXM radio, a recording dash cam, the ability to call and text hands-free, and more.
The owner of a Woonsocket, Rhode Island, commercial trucking company recently admitted to altering thousands of ELD entries to hide the actual drive time and “on-duty” status of his drivers.
While the U.S. has allowed suppliers to self-certify that their equipment meets certain technical standards, Transport Canada requires third-party certification to help ensure the devices are not prone to tampering, with FPInnovations to the first body to certify ELDs as Canada prepares to mandate the technology.
With the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration hours-of-service update recently taking effect, J. J. Keller is now offering a free step-by-step guide to ensure that your fleet is in compliance with the new and previous HOS regulations, as well as a new checklist.