Near the end of 2018, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) decided that the federal law regarding mandatory breaks should overrule California’s laws. In California, drivers, just like other non-exempt workers) were required to take a thirty-minute break during every shift longer than five hours and then take a ten-minute break every four hours. These breaks were also considered paid time. The federal law […]
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What Semi-Truck Drivers Need to Know About MirrorEye Cameras Going into 2019
Stoneridge’s MirrorEye camera system was just approved by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, or the FMCSA, as an alternative to cameras. Here are five things you need to know about the decision if you are a driver a truck or work in carrier logistics: 1. The decision — or the “exemption” — is only for five years. The FMCSA gave a five-year exemption for the […]
Mistakes Owner Operators Make
Though owning your own truck (and trailer) can be a great business, you have to be careful or you could end up putting all of your hard-earned money back into your business. Many owner-operators don’t think ahead. Here are some common mistakes that owner-operators make. Choosing a truck based on the make or color. Too many owner-operators don’t put enough thought into the truck that […]
Tips to Buy a Commercial Truck
Your truck is going to be the most important part of your business. You are going to need to find one that is going to get where you need it to, when you need it to. Price is also something to consider. When you are in the market for a new truck, you might be struggling. Here are some tips to help you buy your […]
Tips for Owner Operators
Many people dream about owning their own trucking business. They can pick what they want to haul and where they want to go. They can do short trips or, if they prefer, long ones. However, it is not the easiest way to make a living (especially when you are first starting out). Here are some tips for owner-operators. Make sure that you have plenty of […]
Commercial Truck Drivers: More Tips to Drive Safely This Fall
It can be quite hazardous to drive in the fall. Rainy and wet conditions can really slow you down. If you hit a patch of wet leaves, you could quickly lose control of your vehicle, causing an accident. The weather isn’t the only problem. You are also going to have to be on the lookout for animals. Most of them are out enjoying the weather […]
Commercial Truck Drivers: Tips to Drive Safely This Fall
Rainy and wet conditions can make it hazardous to drive in the fall. It doesn’t take much to lose control of your commercial truck if you hit a patch of wet leaves! Not only that, as the weather starts to cool, animals are starting to come out of hiding. Most of them are trying to fill up for the long winter months ahead when food […]
Reasons You Need (and Don’t Need) Bobtail Insurance
When you drive your commercial truck without a trailer, it is known as bobtailing. Whether you have dropped a load off and are heading home or to another load, you might need to have insurance for that. Bobtailing insurance covers any damages that occur to both people and property when you are driving your truck without a trailer. It is considered liability insurance. So, why […]
Reasons You Need Cargo Insurance
Cargo Insurance Cargo insurance covers any damages that may occur to the cargo that you are hauling. It can also cover any losses. However, cargo insurance varies, depending on your policy. Because of this, you need to read it carefully. Some don’t cover any losses that occur while you leave your truck and trailer unattended (at a rest stop). While some owner-operators and other commercial […]
Types of Liability Insurance for Commercial Truckers
Truck Liability Insurance Liability insurance for commercial truck drivers is usually the most expensive part of your insurance, yet it is necessary. In fact, it is the law. You can’t drive without liability insurance. There are two types of liability insurance that you should look into. They are primary and general liability. What is primary liability? Primary liability insurance is what most people think about […]