The Electronic Logging Device Mandate Explained
The Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Mandate was published by the FMCSA as a way to ensure commercial truck drivers adhere to their hours of service regulations. This mandate requires all commercial drivers and trucking companies to use an electronic logging device for tracking driving time and other information related to their work. The ELD mandate helps improve safety on the roads, reduce paperwork, and streamline compliance with...
Hiring Process For Truck Drivers: What Do You Need To Know?
Truck drivers are in demand and play a critical role in the U.S. economy. Just like others involved in the transportation industry, truck drivers must complete a process before they can secure employment. If you are interested in becoming a truck driver, here are the steps to meet the FMCSA’s requirements. FMCSA Requirements for Truck Drivers The transportation industry has stringent requirements for all parties involved in...
Get Ready for the Road: An Overview of 2023’s New Truck Driving Laws
In 2023, truck driving laws will change significantly in order to ensure each truck driver has the necessary training, safety equipment, and regulations when on the road. These changes will affect truck drivers of all experience levels across the country. They need to be aware of what is coming so they can prepare accordingly. In this article, we’ll discuss these upcoming truck-driving regulations and laws in detail, including vehicle...
Surprise! There Are No New CDL Requirements in 2020
The federal government was about to enforce changes to entry-level CDL training, but at the last minute pulled the plug on new CDL requirements in 2020, according to Overdrive. New CDL requirements in 2020 were supposed to go into effect February 7. However, due to public concerns and comments, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is delaying the changes until 2022, explaining they want to make sure the new rule is...
Can Deaf People Drive Trucks? | An Overview
Oftentimes, truckers have long dreamed of being out on the open road. Trucking is an amazing profession. But what if someone told you that you weren’t able to drive a truck? Luckily, strides are being made by individuals and organizations to make the trucking industry more inclusive. Female truckers are becoming commonplace in the industry and hopefully deaf truckers will follow suit! You may be wondering “can deaf people drive...
Scams and Schemes: A Look Into CDL Fraud
It’s a simple fact that almost every industry in the world depends on trucks. And with a driver shortage, trucking companies have been increasing employee wages. This has caused potential drivers, trucking schools, and even some Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) employees to participate in fraudulent Commerical Driver’s License (CDL) schemes. CDL fraud is a problem that extends beyond the trucking industry because putting...