On April 19, 773 carriers in the US, Mexico and Canada had their haul come to a grinding halt for, ironically, bad brakes. In an unannounced brake enforcement event, the CVSA inspected 6,829 commercial motor vehicles to gather brake lining/pad violation data. In all three countries surveyed, more than 1 in 10 carriers were sidelined… Read more »
Staying safe and planning for the future are two important topics in this month’s blog roundup. From avoiding scams to shipping during produce season, these blogs have plenty of tips to help keep you moving. Catching Scammers 3 Times Truckers Stopped Fraud Scams can come in all shapes and sizes. They can happen over… Read more »
A famous adage goes something like, “By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail.” In an emergency, a failure to prepare could mean tragedy. As a valued carrier, your safety is essential. To help prepare you for the worst, we’ve compiled eight suggestions for common emergencies to help you be prepared. Though these suggestions… Read more »
Many truckers love their job for the beauty of the open road. But, as more roads are built and more trucks fill those roads, increasing emissions have begun to threaten the beauty that attracted so many truckers in the first place. As the world gets bigger and faster, the demand for trucking continues to grow—by… Read more »
The CVSA Roadcheck is an annual safety enforcement event that includes a high volume of carrier inspections in Canada, the US and Mexico. This year, the Roadcheck will be held May 16 – 18, emphasizing anti-lock braking systems (ABS) and cargo securement. It’s important to be prepared for the Roadcheck: If a carrier fails an… Read more »
Coming out of a historically wet winter, your truck has braved more than its share of storms… and it may be dirty enough to show it. As spring cleaning season approaches, keeping your truck clean may be more important than ever. All that grime from a season of slush can accumulate, soiling your ride and… Read more »
How do you define a hero? If your definition of a hero is an individual that helps for a living, does so despite the sacrifices, and others depend upon for their very survival… then truckers are superheroes. Carriers transport a lot of precious cargo. Whether in a flatbed or a car seat, you’ve carried the… Read more »
Truckers and construction workers have something in common: Both make their offices right in the middle of traffic. The only difference is that workers don’t have an 80,000-pound steel cage to protect them. Work Zone Awareness Week is an opportunity to become educated on work zone safety. Workers, like truckers, often put their lives on… Read more »
Good tires keep your rig moving right, but choosing the wrong tires make can take the wheels off of your budget. In today’s difficult market, minimizing expenses is what keeps most truckers in for the long haul. Tires are obviously a primary expense for fleets, but did you know that the condition of your tires… Read more »
Weigh stations, or coops, are a common part of life as a trucker–but do you know everything that happens when you stop? Knowing what to expect can help you to be prepared each time and get back on the road. What to Expect at a Weigh Station: The Scale This one may seem obvious… Read more »
