January 22, 2024
The rules governing the classification of independent truckers are like the weather in the Great Plains: wait a bit, and they’ll change.
And it’s that volatility that is causing some anxiety in the industry.
January 19, 2024
Engine oils are the lifeblood of a vehicle’s engine, ensuring its smooth operation, longevity and protection against wear and tear. When extreme cold temperatures arrive, the choice of engine oil becomes even more critical.
January 19, 2024
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Administrator Robin Hutcheson has resigned and will leave the department effective Jan. 26, the agency announced Friday.
Sue Lawless, FMCSA Executive Director and Chief Safety Officer, will serve as Acting Deputy Administrator and lead the agency.
January 17, 2024
Soft deadlines are as problematic as fake news.
One of my favorite phrases is, “You get what you tolerate.” Setting deadlines is supposed to encourage the completion of something. It often involves a commitment from a person, a team, a company or an industry to, as Star Trek’s Captain Picard so eloquently says, “make it so.”
January 11, 2024
As the transportation industry barrels toward 2024, carriers are at a critical juncture. Inflation is still high, continuing to drive up costs. Recession worries continue to consume financial experts’ discussions. Savvy financial strategies for 2024 could mean the difference between growth and stagnation. Here’s an in-depth look at five strategies to help transportation businesses stay ahead of the curve.
January 10, 2024
The Department of Labor on Wednesday, Jan. 10, will finalize a rule that rolls back a Trump-era rule offering guidance on determining employee or independent contractor classification under the Fair Labor Standards Act. Early reactions from trucking associations and labor groups generally split when it comes to favor or furor over the change.
January 3, 2024
NACFE recently released a new report on the potential for railroads and trucking firms to reduce operating costs and improve emissions by improving utilization of intermodal rail and truck services.
January 2, 2024
Recent data from CarrierOK shows nearly 88,000 trucking companies have closed their doors in 2023, a steep increase compared to recent years. This is one of the many reasons why considerations for how to control and reduce costs are more pressing than ever. One area of consideration is a fleet’s roadside inspection results.
December 28, 2023
Correlation does not imply causation. It’s sage advice. In simpler terms, just because this cup of coffee tastes bad, doesn’t necessarily mean the coffee beans were bad. There likely is more to the story.
December 27, 2023
The trucking industry is a vital component of the national economy, and measures to encourage growth and job creation are a legitimate concern for lawmakers. However, the legal landscape surrounding trucking accidents has undergone significant change.