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FMCSA's Call to Action: Promoting Safe Driving Habits for Truckers and Motorists

FMCSA's Call to Action: Promoting Safe Driving Habits for Truckers and Motorists

Road safety is crucial in a society where freeways snake through the nation like veins. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), which is all too aware of this, has taken up the cause ...

Sep 23, 20233 min read
Considers forbidding overnight truck parking in San Antonio

Considers forbidding overnight truck parking in San Antonio

The urgent issue of nighttime truck parking is currently at a crossroads in San Antonio, Texas, a city renowned for its rich history, lively culture, and busy transit hub. A potential ban on this prev...

Sep 23, 20233 min read
Local Governments Take a Stand Against Oversized Trucks

Local Governments Take a Stand Against Oversized Trucks

Imagine a quiet neighborhood where families enjoy leisurely strolls and children play in the streets. It's a peaceful landscape, but recently a problem has emerged that has local authorities as well a...

Sep 23, 20234 min read
Trucking and the Economy: Unraveling the Vital Link

Trucking and the Economy: Unraveling the Vital Link

The rumbling of engines, the vast network of highways, and the sight of behemoth trucks cruising down the roads are not just a familiar part of the American landscape; they represent the heartbeat of ...

Jul 28, 20234 min read
Which load board is best for dispatchers?

Which load board is best for dispatchers?

As a truck dispatcher, there are several load boards available that cater to your needs. The choice of load board and subscription depends on factors such as budget, features required, and the type of...

Jun 12, 20233 min read
What Is Detention Pay and Why Is It Important?

What Is Detention Pay and Why Is It Important?

Nobody enjoys being detained. Neither the carrier, not the shipper, nor the truck driver. But, given that detention is a highly despised aspect of the trucking industry, why does it occur so frequent...

Nov 25, 20224 min read