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FMCSA Clarifies Terms for Ag Haulers, Farmers
A livestock hauler on an Indiana interstate. (John Sommers II for Transport Topics)
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration published an interim final rule clarifying some definitions associated with agricultural goods.
November 19, 2020Preparing for FMCSA’s HOS Changes
In June, FMCSA published the Hours-of-Service Final Rule, making four key rule changes. With input from drivers, enforcement, and the industry, the regulatory changes aim to increase flexibility for fleets while maintaining highway safety. Join FMCSA’s Joe DeLorenzo and EROAD’s Soona Lee in a webinar that explains the new changes, how they will affect your fleet and the industry as a whole.
August 27, 2020FMCSA Extends Emergency Relief Declaration to Aug. 14
Livestock haulers are among those getting extended emergency relief. (Paccar Inc.)
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration again extended its emergency relief declaration for truckers directly assisting with coronavirus-related efforts, this time to Aug. 14.
July 13, 2020House OKs $1.5 Trillion Infrastructure Plan That Impacts HOS, Insurance
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi at a recent press conference. (Carolyn Kaster/Associated Press)
WASHINGTON — The Democratic-controlled House approved a $1.5 trillion plan July 1 to rebuild the nation’s crumbling infrastructure, pouring hundreds of billions of dollars into projects to fix roads and bridges, while also delaying implementation of hours-of-service revisions and increasing liability insurance minimums.
July 1, 2020Fireworks Companies Seek HOS Exemption From FMCSA
A driver relaxes in his sleeper berth. (Volvo Trucks North America via YouTube)
Two pyrotechnics companies have asked the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to grant them exemption from certain hours-of-service rules.
October 24, 2019Reduce your ISS Score and Your Insurance Rates
Rising insurance rates can put pressure on your bottom line. Read how lowering your Inspection Selection Score (ISS) can make your company more attractive to customers, drivers and even insurance companies.
October 1, 2019Last Call for ELD: The Time For Compliance is Now
In this white paper from MiX Telematics, we discuss why ELD compliance is so important, the consequences of non-compliance, how to choose the perfect vendor for your needs and the unexpected benefits of ELD compliance for your fleet
July 8, 2019Ohio Trash Collection and Recycling Carrier Seeks Exemption From HOS Shorthaul Requirements
Kimble Recycling & Disposal Inc. has requested a five-year exemption from federal hours-of-service shorthaul requirements, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced in a May 28 Federal Register document.
May 29, 2019Railroad Representatives Petition FMCSA for HOS Exemption
A Cranemaster crane returns some railcars to the rails. (Cranemasters Inc.)
Two companies and a trade association representing railroad employees have petitioned the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration for relief from certain hours-of-service rules.
March 8, 20194 Ways to Improve Your Fleet By Managing Driver Hours
Tracking is a well-known telematics feature, but it’s just the start of what telematics can do. In the latest white paper from MiX Telematics, we’ll explore how monitoring and analyzing driver hours can drastically improve a fleet's safety, efficiency and compliance.
February 13, 2019