Though most people think that distracted driving and fatigue are the only reasons that accidents occur with truck drivers, the truth is that there are many reasons. They may be two of the biggest reasons, but they aren’t the only ones. Here are some more reasons why accidents happen with truck drivers. Inexperience. New commercial truck drivers are involved in accidents more than veteran drivers. […]
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How to Safely Give Drivers Heavier Loads When the Frozen Road Rules Apply
Winter driving is dangerous, especially for new drivers. When there’s ice on the road, drivers have to react faster when they brake. If there’s snow, drivers need to be even more vigilant on the road because other semi-truck drivers and passenger drivers are struggling just as much. But the winter weather conditions aren’t always bad news. In fact, if you’re handling routes that cut through […]
Start 2019 with a Better Illegal Substances Policy, But Not a Harsher One
Driving ten-hour shifts every day is already a dangerous proposition. OSHA regularly puts semi-truck driving as one of the most chronically dangerous jobs in the United States. Adding drugs to the mix makes it even more dangerous, and that’s why random drug testing has become so rampant in the industry. But even with the warning that a failed drug test can all but end a […]
Do You Have Drivers Going to California? The Break Laws Have Changed
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 […]
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 Winter
Winter is not the ideal time to be a commercial truck driver. Not only will you have to deal with the colder temperatures, but snowy and icy conditions make the roadways a little more dangerous. You might also notice that there are some leftover leaves that are still on the roads. You have to be more careful when you drive in the winter. Here are […]
Commercial Truck Drivers: More Tips to Stay Safe on Long Truck Drives
Commercial or Owner Operator Truck Insurance Nebraska: Many commercial truck drivers work long hours. In fact, they spend days and weeks behind the wheel before they are able to go home and relax. Spending so much time driving can catch up to you. There are times when you won’t drive as safely as you normally do. Here are some more tips to help you stay […]