If you’ve been in the transportation industry for any amount of time, you have experienced some sort of drivability issue while on the road. Whether it’s a blown-out tire or mechanical issue, operating issues can be stressful and dangerous. Most companies have policies against pulling over on the shoulder of the road unless there’s a… Read more »
As the end of the financial year quickly approaches, don’t wait too long to capitalize on all of your eligible tax deductions. Most expenses related to running your business can be tax deductible. It’s important to remember that these deductions apply to carriers who are operating under independent authority as well as for carriers who… Read more »
Despite being a significant safety feature on a truck, tires are one of the least understood components of a vehicle. This lack of awareness can be attributed to the vast amount of tire brands with little associated information about their many different products. Tires provide the sole connection between your truck and the road. If… Read more »
Dirty diesel. What is it? Why should you care? Dirty diesel fuel is fuel that has built up sludge, slime, grime, and is likely not fit for use. Diesel fuel that has been sitting in storage tanks for long periods of time without proper testing or treatment starts to go bad. This is the stuff… Read more »
The CVSA annual Brake Safety Week brings about a host of initiatives, programs, and most significantly for commercial drivers: inspections. Because there is a significant amount of information available about what inspectors will be searching for, this guide has been prepared to provide you with the essentials of Brake Safety Week. What, when, and… Read more »
Fleet operations are hectic and tire maintenance can easily be overlooked. However, taking proper care of your tires and maximizing your tire casing could save your budget. Here are some simple tips for maintaining tires and getting the most out of your purchase. Replace or Retread Tires? A common misconception is that when a… Read more »
It’s that time of year again! The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) is conducting their annual Safe Driver Week on July 14th-20th. Partnering with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the CVSA is dedicating the week to the improvement of unsafe driving behavior by encouraging law personnel to be on the lookout for reckless driving…. Read more »
Those in the trucking industry are all too familiar with the common challenge of receiving quick payment. Carriers can run into many roadblocks after hauling a load and submitting an invoice for payment. These roadblocks can lead to slow or unresolved payments and wasted time trying to collect on your hard work. Fortunately, factoring providers… Read more »
It’s that time of year again! The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has announced details of the 2019 International Roadcheck, which will take place June 4-6. Now is the time for carrier safety, compliance staff and drivers to begin preparing for an inspection. Although inspectors generally conduct Level 1 inspections, CVSA also puts extra emphasis… Read more »
It’s easy to get wrapped up in the day-to-day business of transporting goods. Unfortunately, giving into the whirlwind allows best practices for a healthy financial future to get pushed aside and opens you up to expensive errors, such as freight claims. However, there are simple practices that can be implemented into your daily routine that… Read more »
