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Navigating DOT Physical Requirements

As a driver, you know commercial driving is not just a profession. It’s a commitment to safety, responsibility, and adherence to regulations. There is a list of requirements to be a truck driver, one of which is passing the DOT Physical Examination. Nearly every driver must have a valid dot medical card for commercial motor vehicle certification. It is a way to ensure that drivers are fit and capable of safely operating...

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What to Do When Your Electronic Logging Device Fails: ELD Malfunction Guide
Jun08

What to Do When Your Electronic Logging Device Fails: ELD Malfunction Guide

As a truck driver, electronic logging devices (ELDs) have become essential to your daily routine. However, like any technology, ELDs can experience issues and fail unexpectedly. What should you do in such cases to ensure compliance with regulations and avoid potential penalties? In this blog post, we’ll provide practical tips on handling ELD malfunctions and data diagnostic issues. We’ll cover how to document the incident,...

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The Electronic Logging Device Mandate Explained
May02

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...

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Hiring Process For Truck Drivers: What Do You Need To Know?
Feb17

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...

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Get Ready for the Road: An Overview of 2023’s New Truck Driving Laws
Feb15

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...

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Surprise! There Are No New CDL Requirements in 2020
Feb18

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...

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