Driver safety is even more important now that winter is in full swing.
Driving a truck can have its hazards and drivers must always be on the lookout for any potential problems on the road. Now that winter is here drivers must also…
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Now that we’re in the new year, what can we expect for the trucking industry?
The trucking industry has seen many changes in the past few years. Everything from the high cost of fuel to shortages of drivers has been creating new challenges for many…
Distracted drivers cause accident and can put you, and others in danger.
Driving is something that too many people take lightly these days. Although new driver assist technologies can help, nothing beats being a careful driver. Distracted drivers are one of the…
You may have heard some of these myths about driving but they aren’t true.
The number of drivers on the road today continues to increase and that means the possibility of more accidents. The good news is most people are attentive and cautious drivers…
Some drug testing and incentive programs are now ok as far as OSHA is concerned.
In a move that is seen by many as a reversal of previous policy, OSHA has apparently had a change in its interpretation of certain drug testing and incentive programs…
Always think and drive defensively if you want to be a safe driver.
Driving a car is not like walking but unfortunately there are a lot of people who forget that. Many people see driving is simply a way to get from point…
New study suggests that many truck drivers are reporting back problems on the job.
We all know that driving a truck, especially on long cross-country hauls can cause great strains on the lower back. Long hours of sitting behind the wheel can be exhausting. …
Truckers and all drivers in general urged to stay safe during the Thanksgiving holiday.
Safety is important all year round but during the holidays there is even more reason to be aware and take extra measures to stay safe on the road. During the…
Driver turnover causes more problems for trucking companies than just training.
Driver turnover at large carriers jumped to 98 percent, which is the highest it’s been in over three years. Driver turnover is a big problem for the nations trucking companies.…
The nation’s largest motor carriers are experiencing almost 100 percent driver turnover.
Driver turnover has climbed to an annual rate of almost 100 percent at the nations largest motor carriers. This represents the highest level since 2015. At a time when the…
Many back over injuries and deaths can be avoided by simply following a few rules.
Tragically there are a significant number of injuries and deaths which are caused by vehicles backing up and running into someone. Backing vehicles and equipment are a serious occupational hazard.…
Traffic deaths on U.S. highways have gone down according to the most recent data.
It is an unfortunate truth that deaths on the roads and highways of the United States seem to be circumstance that are an unavoidable part of yearly highway safety studies.…
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