Tokes for Truckers | Can Truckers Smoke Weed?
As more states continue to legalize recreational and medicinal marijuana, there are growing questions on the impact this will have on the trucking industry. Weed has already been decriminalized in 37 states, with an increasing number of states hopping on the trend. So, what’s the future going to look like – can truckers smoke weed without facing legal consequences? Although the substance is flourishing in popularity, and being...
Hours of Service Changes | The Coronavirus Impact
We’re about four months into the coronavirus outbreak and it’s certainly changed the landscape of almost every industry. We’ve written multiple blogs on the impact that the virus has had specifically on the trucking industry. From the changing job trends, to the guidelines and procedures for interacting with others outside of your rig, it’s no secret that we’re in uncharted water. One of the most recent changes has created quite a...
DOT Inspections | What to Expect
Are you serious about a career in the trucking industry? If so, you’ll need to familiarize yourself with the Department of Transportation (DOT). In this blog, we’ll break down the six levels of a DOT inspection and cover any necessary regulations and requirements you’ll need to know about. Continue reading for your ultimate guide to DOT inspections! Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Sizes and Weights To begin, we’re going to cover the...
Who Regulates the Trucking Industry?
There are so many rules and regulations in the trucking industry, but who exactly is laying down the law? If you’re not familiar, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is in charge of regulating the trucking industry as a whole. Many people don’t know what they do, so the question still remains. Who regulates the trucking industry? Browse trucking jobs here! Who is the FMCSA? The FMCSA was created in 2000 as an...
Will Wal-Mart Settlement Change Truck Driver Pay For All?
Wal-Mart has recently made headlines due to a settlement in California regarding truck driver pay. If the settlement stands, could truck driver compensation models change throughout the entire industry? Wal-Mart Truck Driver Pay Settlement A federal jury has decided that Wal-Mart intentionally failed to pay hundreds of truck drivers in California. The jury awarded over $54 million in damages to the 850 current and former truck...