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How to choose the right truck

When selecting a truck type, cargo size and transportation requirements are key factors Trucks play a central role in the road transportation sector. Therefore, choosing the right type of truck for a company’s needs is crucial for improving operational efficiency and profitability. Given the variety of truck types available, each tailored to different demands in […]

Tips for truckers: stay active on the road

Allocating at least half an hour daily to simple exercises or a walk can make a difference Long working hours pose a significant obstacle to maintaining health, especially for truck drivers. Not only do they dedicate most of their time to work, but the nature of their job prevents them from having fixed places for […]

Preparing for the Total Solar Eclipse

This significant astronomical event will have a notable impact on daily life in the United States and the road transportation industry On Monday, April 8th, the United States will witness a total solar eclipse, the first visible in the country since 2017. Due to the expected increase in traffic on roads during the days surrounding […]

Briefs: new legislations in the trucking industry

The EPA, Colorado and Missouri introduce new legislation in the trucking industry Debate among truckers and EPA: truck emission standards The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has set new emission standards for trucks, requiring a quarter of sleeper cab tractor-trailers to be “zero-emission” by 2032. These regulations, known as “Greenhouse Gas Emission Standards for Heavy-Duty […]

Life on the road: what is it like to be a truck driver?

The life of a truck driver is characterized by both challenges and opportunities Truck drivers’ lives are a constant journey marked by effort and dedication. Those in the transportation industry face long hours behind the wheel, traversing endless roads and overcoming weather and traffic obstacles to meet their deliveries. Their role is crucial in keeping […]

Total eclipse of the trucks: transportation departments warn of traffic for upcoming solar eclipse

Transportation departments urge truckers to consider taking voluntary vacations in the days around April 8 to avoid congestion On April 8th, a solar eclipse will stretch across the United States, from Maine to Texas. The astronomical event has caused quite a stir among the American population, to the extent that road trips have been planned […]

8 essential tools that every truck driver should carry

During long trips, it is essential to have tools that can be useful in any situation Truck drivers spend a considerable amount of time on the road, and like any other driver, it’s essential to have tools that can be useful in case of minor emergencies. Determining which items to have on hand to ensure […]

Increasing efficiency: streamlining the transportation administrative process

New bill aims to streamline Transportation Security Administration certification process without compromising safety The Modernization of Transportation Security Credentialing Act aims to streamline the process of obtaining security credentials for commercial drivers. This is achieved through easy access to multiple certifications required in the freight transportation sector. Introduced this month, the initiative aims to reduce […]

Federal Judge upholds AB5 regulations in California trucking law battle

Judge Roger Benítez ruled that AB5 does not violate the Constitution and any issues with it should be addressed politically In 2019, California passed the AB5 law for worker classification. The California Trucking Association filed a lawsuit, leading a district court to issue a preliminary injunction against the law’s enforcement in the trucking sector, which […]

Fuel card fraud: the role of technology in prevention

Fuel fraud represents approximately 5% of the total fuel expenditure for companies Fuel card fraud and refueling transactions have experienced a drastic increase. According to experts from transportation and fuel industry companies, these tactics will continue to rise unless appropriate measures are taken to counteract them. Motive, the company behind the Motive card for fleet […]