FMCSA under-21 pilot program update In order to solve the problem of truckers shortage, FMCSA launched the Safe Driver Apprenticeship Pilot Program. It will allow 18 to 20-year-old truck drivers to drive in interstate commerce as apprentices with motor carriers that sign up to participate in the program. As the comments received by the FMCSA during…
The expedited shipping service offers urgent transportation to the businesses, governmental and non-governmental organizations, as well as individual clients. Especially nowadays, when online shopping increases and thousands of customers are waiting for their packages as fast as possible. This is why expedited shipping can be really profitable, especially for owner-operators. What is Expedited Shipping? At its most…
During the Holy Week and Easter weekend we always expect more traffic than usual. This trend increases the potential risks of road accidents. Unfortunately, a lot of truckers cannot stay home and spend the holiday with their families, because the amount of cargo is only increasing. For example, Americans dye and decorate more than 180…
DOT extending the comment period on oral fluid testing In late February, the U.S. DOT announced plans to add oral fluid drug testing to its drug-testing program. It was originally stated that the comment period would end on March 30, 2022. But in the end, it was decided to extend it until April 29, 2022. Read…
Truck driving is among the Top-10 most dangerous jobs in the United States. And the danger lies not only in road traffic accidents but also in high-risk deliveries. Especially when they have routes in places with high crime rates like Chicago and Detroit. Here are some safety tips on how to protect yourself in an…
Spring is coming. While winter is the most dangerous season for truck driving, spring brings its own challenges. Therefore, it is important for drivers to know how changing weather will affect their ability to drive a big rig safely. Be ready for the aftermath of winter Potholes become a serious problem in spring. Due to snowplows, salt,…
ATA asked USDOT to solve a nationwide shortage of truck parking The American Trucking Associations and the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association contacted the U.S. Secretary of Transportation with a letter about the need to boost the nation's truck parking capacity. Unfortunately, due attention was not paid to this problem when forming the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs…
