Handling the logistics of transporting goods and raw materials through surface shipping can be a lucrative business model. Your company hires drivers and maintains a fleet, all while earning money for every mile those workers drive or every load that they deliver....
Operating a successful commercial transportation company is about much more than just getting commodities from point A to point B for your clients. You have to locate, hire and retain the right talent, maintain a fleet of roadworthy vehicles and comply with all...
The fault for a motor vehicle collision usually lies with one of the drivers involved. The police officers responding to the scene of a crash will look at the evidence and talk to the people involved, as well as other witnesses, to determine who caused the collision....
As an employer working in the field of transportation, it is important that you understand the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s rules and regulations. Failing to adhere to these could quickly lead to problems for your business and result in you having to...
It is all but obvious to recognize how much technology continues to evolve and change our everyday lives. This is a truth also keenly felt in the trucking industry. Given this, it remains important to check in and keep track of how the industry may be changing in ways...
A new tractor-trailer could cost as much as a house. These massive machines require a major investment to purchase and maintain them, and keep them running as part of your fleet. If you started building your own commercial transportation business, you may have...
On January 15, 2021, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals settled, for now, whether California’s meal and rest break requirements were pre-empted by federal law. The Court ruled that the Federal Carrier Motor Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) determination that the...
Running a successful transportation company requires not only a dedication to safety but also the careful cultivation of an expert staff roster. You need to have the best talent available to drive your loads or commercial vehicles to maximize your company's safety and...
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has made changes to the hours of service (HOS) regulations. They state that the purpose is to give drivers more flexibility while maintaining safety standards. The new regulations passed on June 1, 2020, and go...
With coronavirus or Covid-19 taking center stage in our lives, the ramifications of the cancelations and closures are hitting everyone in both their personal and professional lives. As individuals and businesses try to adjust, the trucking industry finds itself in a...
