During last year’s DOT Blitz Week, nearly 1 in 4 truckers were sidelined. Of those cited, 20% were sidelined for tire violations. The USDOT is cracking down on tire issues. In just 5 years, 446,000 citations have been issued for tread depth violations. Whether you get sidelined by the USDOT or a tire failure, both… Read more »
The FMCSA is putting its foot down on major technologies for truckers. As safety regulations continue to increase, truckers will need to be aware that FMCSA new technologies are required of 2027 models. Here’s what you need to know. Electronic Stability Control Systems ESC systems automatically apply individual brakes when a loss of traction… Read more »
The CVSA Brake Safety Week saves lives… but it can get you sidelined if you’re not careful. The annual CVSA Brake Safety Week is approaching quickly, August 24 – 30. Following a surprise Brake Safety Day in April, inspectors sidelined nearly 9% of all carriers inspected, while 25% were cited with violations. Here’s what you… Read more »
Drug tests can, in a moment, make or break your career… and FMCSA drug testing rules are changing. The FMCSA has been changing how drug tests are administered. To keep your fleet on the road, it’s critical to know how the rules are changing, from spit tests to CDLs being downgraded. Here’s everything you need… Read more »
Truckers spend an average of 56 minutes a day looking for parking because of the trucker parking crisis. That’s nearly an hour of unpaid, fuel-burning, frustrating hunting. Not only is finding parking time-consuming, but it can also be economically destructive for carriers. The average trucker will spend $4,600 annually in fuel costs and lost wages… Read more »
Is your trailer being stalked? Criminals have started placing hidden GPS trackers at red lights to track and steal loads. This is only one of the new freight crime tactics being observed industry-wide. Freight crime is growing in sophistication. Criminals invented new ways to steal in 2025 that weren’t around in 2024. Here’s the latest… Read more »
A career on the open road is a noble and essential profession but comes with a record-breaking price. In 2025, the average trucker pays $2.27 a mile in operating costs, a historic high. In an industry where tires cost $4,000 a year, fuel $70,000 a year, and payment can take 36 days, finding ways to… Read more »
With insurance costs, volatile fuel prices, and increased regulation putting tremendous pressure on truckers, one thing is sure: the carriers of 2025 will be remembered for their ingenuity. Despite a challenging market, truckers are also uniquely positioned to take advantage of the growing AI boom. Several accessible AI tools can slash operating costs, especially when… Read more »
Would you pay $50 for semi-truck tires that save you $5390? If you’re like most people, you’d probably never be happier to see a $50 bill go. No asterisks or fluff, this is precisely what happens to carriers running the Michelin X® Line Energy™ Z+ steer tires and Michelin X® Line Energy™ D+ drive tires. If you’re… Read more »
Operation Safe Driver Week 2025 is an initiative by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) and FMCSA to reduce the number of deaths and injuries caused by unsafe driving. During Operation Safe Driver Week, there is a heightened level of law enforcement targeting motorists exhibiting unsafe driving behaviors. Here’s everything you need to know for… Read more »
