FMCSA has released in Jan. 5 a proposed rule that set financial security requirements for brokers and freight forwarders which will help protect motor carriers in the event of non-payment, including the immediate suspension of a broker`s authority. In the proposed rule, published in a Federal Register announcement, the agency outlines regulations in five separate areas: • Assets readily available • Immediate suspension of broker/freight forwarder operating authority • Surety or...
read more...The Department of Transportation published in January a final rule updating the civil penalty amounts that may be impose...
read more...A significant rulemaking report was released by the U. S. Department of Transportation last September and will take effe...
read more...Only two states in the US haven`t adopt the ELD mandate for intrastate carriers yet and California is one of them. The D...
read more...The three days the CVSA Human Trafficking Prevention Program, that was launched in 2022, will be increased to five days ...
read more...Many taxpayers across the nation have more than once wished that the IRS (Internal Revenue Service) did not exist. The IRS is the most fearsome agency in the federal government. The foregoing could become a reality, since the Fair Tax initiative was certainly introduced in Congress in 1999 by Georgia congressman John Linder, who proposed eliminating personal and corporate taxes, including gift taxes, gifts, payroll taxes, which are those that apply to employees and employers. The idea behind th...
read more...All carriers, whether independent truckers or corporations, are required to present and pay taxes according to an annual...
read more...When it comes to tax planning for your retirement, there can be some obstacles. Fortunately, you can have access to a ta...
read more...We never expect that an extraordinary situation could affect us, but we live in a world of possibilities and we are all ...
read more...A few days ago, one of my friends, like many of us who want to buy our own house, began to apply for financing. He was f...
read more...Have you ever heard or seen a truck pull out of the dock with the forklift still inside the trailer or the trailer move out of place because it was not properly secured? These accidents are unfortunately very common and end up with the forklift operator seriously injured, permanently disabled and could even cause death. Annually more than 90,000 forklift-related injuries are reported. 7% of these accidents occur when the forklift is leaving the dock. It is for this reason that many companies ha...
read more...Truck drivers have a very hard job, which demands a lot of sacrifice. Listening to many truck drivers talk about their w...
read more...In a country of such divided opinions, I think there is one thing we can all agree on: the costs of towing services are ...
read more...Between the months of October to December, the presence of deer and elk increases due to the breeding and hunting season...
read more...There are many truckers who can say they like driving in the city, especially during rush hours. In addition, the lack o...
read more...As a trucker you dream of buying a house and keeping your family under a safe roof. If you`re getting ready to buy your first home, you`re likely focused on saving up for everything that purchase involves. One cost that`s likely top of mind is your down payment. But don`t let a common misconception about how much you need to save make the process harder than it could be. It is known that it is difficult for a trucker to save money with so many payments plus the maintenance of the truck, therefo...
read more...There are many people thinking about buying a home, but with everything affecting the economy, some are wondering if it`...
read more...The 5-year wait coupled with the great expectation of the trucking industry regarding the Tesla truck has come to an end. At an event held at the Semi Tesla factory in Nevada, the first delivery of the 100 Semi Tesla vehicles ordered since 2017 by Pepsico was made. At the big event, which was broadcast online, it was possible to see Elon Musk`s futuristic and 100% electric truck. According to a video presented during the ceremony, where the truck made a trip from Fremont to San Diego, they were...
read more...In the past days, the California highway 580 had the chance to witness the up-to-date Class 8 all-electric truck from Te...
read more...Truck parts are subject to degradation and wear and tear from usage over time, and this remains true for cargo securemen...
read more...Establishing and maintaining a fleet budget is crucial for the success of a company and for good fleet management perfor...
read more...During the winter season the risks of being involve in an accident increases. For truckers these risks are even higher b...
read more...A software that generates optimized pick-up and delivery routes for irregular route delivery fleets was developed by Carrier Logistics. By using Carrier Logistics FACTS software module trucking fleet operators can discover the solution for the complicated situation of figuring out which deliveries need to be loaded onto each truck, and the sequence they should be loaded. The software provides: - Completely optimized route plans; - Predicted traffic; - Appointment time windows; - Commercial...
read more...Nowadays, companies related to the transport industry that do not update run the risk of being left behind and forgotten...
read more...Garmin released the Instinct® 2 – d?zl™ Edition, a complete smartwatch ideal for professional truck driv...
read more...Carrier Transicold has been equipping the company`s most popular reefer units, Vector 800 series and the X4 series, with...
read more...It’s a fact, technology is continually improving and trucking sector is evolving too in relation to improve differ...
read more...Trouble falling asleep is something that many truckers complain about, either because they are so stressed after spending the day driving on the highway or because they are so tired from a long day of work that they cannot settle down to sleep. Sleeping and resting well is essential to stay healthy and continue working with disposition. Truckers who have trouble falling asleep can apply a technique developed at Harvard University by Dr. Andrew Weil to fall asleep effectively. Main keys before ...
read more...It`s the ideal time for all truckers to review what happened to them during the past 2022 and start a new year focusing ...
read more...We know that the truckers` routine is very demanding, it takes time for them to lead a healthy life as they should, but ...
read more...The daily obligations of truck drivers and their lack of time influence and lead to a lack of care with their oral healt...
read more...A heart attack occurs when the tissues of the heart or part of the organ are obstructed by an interruption of blood flow...
read more...The best way to avoid the regret of dealing with problems and consequences caused by the winter on the vehicles, because the trucks weren´t prepared for the cold season, is to be organized and prepared in advance in the previous months. There are many aspects to have in count during a pre-inspection trip, but we will share some that really get affected by the cold weather and may need a special attention. What should the fleet companies and owner-operators need to pay attention on their t...
read more...At some point, truck fleets and owners-operators might start analyzing whether the alignment of their trucks shoul...
read more...Being in control of all fleet expenses is extremely important to keep the business running smoothly. But sometimes unexp...
read more...Having a tire under inflated is a very common problem in the trucking industry which translates to billions of dollars s...
read more...When the time comes to choose a part for a truck or trailer, it’s very important to confirm its warranty and brand...
read more...It is very common for truckers to end up having some kind of discussion with their partners and on some occasions these discussions end up being unnecessary and deteriorate the relationship. It is very important to know when to stop a conversation that turns into an argument and a showdown that is detrimental to the relationship. It does not mean that any conversation should be ended suddenly and abruptly, because people are different and it is normal for different thoughts to arise. But when i...
read more...If even people who live together 365 days a year have difficulty finding quality time to spend as a couple, it`s much mo...
read more...That false belief that the more sex you have the happier you are is false. Although sexual relations are essential for a...
read more...Sexual desire is not a spontaneous sensation, on the contrary, it depends a lot on the physical and emotional state of t...
read more...Many truck drivers may not even think about their breathing at the time of a sexual encounter, but being aware of the wa...
read more...The Law Offices of Patricio Aguirre wishes all truckers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. This segment will address important issues regarding truck drivers, their trucks and other legal issues of interest to the large and important community of truck drivers every month. This coming year will be a year where assembly bill 5, a law that wants to eradicate the independent trucker, will take on more importance as a new Federal Administration enters and maintians the federal laws that still ...
read more...The implementation of cutting-edge technology in the transportation sector has seen a lot in recent months and even year...
read more...In January 2021, the AB5 Law will come into effect. But are owner-operators and companies prepared for that correct clas...
read more...First, you must report it to your company and receive immediate medical attention. Why is it important to report it? I...
read more...If a worker is injured on the job and you do not have workers` compensation insurance, then it`s very likely that you`l...
read more...The Johnny Depp v Amber Heard criticism preliminary has contained charges of actual attack on the two sides. Depp has incited the preliminary, but Heard is counter-suing him. The consultation is occurring in Fairfax, Virginia, before attendants, who have now heard five weeks of declaration from family, companions, surgeons, master observers and staff individuals over a significant time span of both Depp and Heard, as well as the previous couple themselves. Legal advisors for Depp have trusted ...
read more...The mom of three looks hotter than ever. The proof of that are her photos in the Mexican edition of the magazine GQ and ...
read more...Terrence J`s girlfriend, who will join Swimsuit 2019 rookie class of Sport Illustrated, chose a red and very tiny swimsu...
read more...The man who, in 2014, made public photos of the actress without clothes, George Garofano, was found guilty about his hac...
read more...The rapper made public a new track named “XTCY” where he revealed trough some verses a confession, his sick ...
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