3 Keys to Success in Trucking: Organization, Customers, & Data
It’s not like these are big secrets. If you talk to any successful trucker or broker, they’ll tell you the same things. The three keys to success are Organization Finding the problems and solving them Building up the customer base. As a broker with many...
Here’s What the New Electronic Driver Logbook Rules May Do to Your Livelihood
The 21st Century Driver Electronic Logbook The trucking industry is always changing and evolving. One of the biggest changes we have seen in the 21st century is the electronic log book device. Some know it as the ELD, mandate. An ELD is an electronic device. It allows...Implementing an Electronic Driver Logbook? 5 Things to Know
There’s a lot to think about when implementing an electronic driver logbook. Here are five factors to take into consideration:An electronic driver logbook makes dispatchers and load planners partially responsible for moving violations, since the devices involve them...The Driver Logbook: Key to Accident Investigations
To understand just how important an accurate driver logbook is to your company’s future, consider the following true story: On July 21, 2014, a semi driven by a trucker named Francisco Espinal Quiroz was going down I-55 southwest of Chicago when it collided with a...How the Electronic Driver Logbook Improves Safety
The electronic driver logbook has revolutionized how drivers log their work time. Here are some of the ways this innovation is making America’s roads safer: The electronic driver logbook reduces the amount of work drivers must do when recording their activities. In...The Electronic Driver Logbook Proposal: What it Means for You
Is an Electronic Driver Logbook Coming Soon to Your Truck? The vast majority of commercial drivers are honest, hardworking people. However, there are a few rotten apples in every bunch. This is seen in the wrecks that occur every year due to truckers who insist on...Auditing the Driver Logbook: Preventing Future Problems
After auditing a driver logbook, you may find everything to be in perfect order. If that’s the case, then thank your lucky stars. It’s more likely, however, that you’ll find at least a few causes for concern. In some cases, you may even discover some very shocking...Auditing the Driver Logbook: Revealing Your Findings to the Driver
When self-auditing the driver logbookfor one of your employees, one of two results will surely occur: The records will be in order, which means the driver deserves a pat on the back for a job well done. The records will reveal some problems, which you will need to...Self-Auditing the Driver Logbook: What to Look for After a Wreck
One of the main reasons for self-auditing a driver logbook is to catch bad habits before they turn into fines, tickets, or even accidents. Despite your best efforts, though, sometimes bad things happen anyway. So, in this post, let’s look at what you should do if...Self-Auditing the Driver Logbook: Ensuring You’re Ready for a DOT Visit
Staying on top of driver logbook issues is one of the primary duties you have as a trucking company owner. Self-auditing this important record is one of many steps you should take to ensure that you’re in compliance with DOT regulations. Making sure you comply with...
Self-Auditing the Driver Logbook: Why It’s Necessary and How ELD Can Help
There’s an old saying that goes something like this: “take care of your own business; otherwise someone else will take care of it for you.” This is certainly true when it comes to self-auditing the driver logbook. As a fleet manager of your trucking company, you’re...Self-Auditing the Driver Logbook: What to Look Out For
Maintaining an accurate driver logbook is essential to success as a trucker, whether you’re a company driver or owner-operator. You’ll have no worries about getting in trouble for errors if you keep your log self-edited. So here are some tips to give you an idea of...Free Load Profit Calculator for Truckers
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