Under the California Assembly Bill 5, the state of California attempted to regulate the use of gig workers. This gig worker bill went into effect on January 1, 2020, requiring companies to use independent contractors to reclassify these employees. Drivers for app-based ridesharing and delivery services escaped this provision due to Proposition 22. However, the … Continue reading “Update on AB-5: What it Means for Trucking in CA”
You can’t turn on the news without hearing stories about rising prices. Part of the reason for the sharp increase in the cost of goods is skyrocketing diesel prices. As everyone in the trucking industry knows, when the cost of transporting goods goes up, the price of goods goes up. However, trucking operators can’t always … Continue reading “Diesel Prices Skyrocket 58%”
Shopping for trucking insurance can be overwhelming. Whether you manage a trucking company with a fleet of five or a team of 20, you want to make sure that each truck is protected by a policy that’s tailor made to your needs. You probably have plenty of trucking insurance questions that you want to get … Continue reading “Answering Your Trucking Insurance FAQs”
Any manager of a trucking company knows that documentation is a vital part of the industry. You need to maintain current documentation of your drivers’ license, proof of registration for each truck in your fleet, and up-to-date state business registration, too. These are just a few of the many documents that are required to operate … Continue reading “MCS-150 Form: Everything Trucking Companies Need to Know”
A new set of standards established by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration went into effect on February 7th, 2022. When the changes were announced in 2021, many trucking companies were understandably anxious about the impact on their business. It’s become increasingly clear, though, that these changes will have a minimal impact on trucking regulations. … Continue reading “Addressing the New Rules for New Drivers”
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual pay for tractor-trailer truck drivers is about $47,000. These wages may be paid based on a variety of compensation structures, though. Some companies pay truckers by the hour, and others pay based on mileage. This inconsistency means that wages can be difficult to predict, … Continue reading “Rethinking Truck Driver Compensation Plans”
Every driver understands the problem of driving while distracted, but driving while sleepy or drowsy is often underestimated. According to the CDC, drowsy driving is a major problem in the US. It’s estimated that up to 6,000 fatal crashes annually may be caused by drowsy driving. The CDC goes on to comment that commercial drivers … Continue reading “Identifying & Preventing Drowsy Driving”
If you’ve ever dealt with an unexpected truck breakdown, you know just how frustrating it can be. In the best case scenario, you’ll be able to identify and fix the problem yourself. In the worst case scenario, you’ll need to call in additional help to get back on the road. Either way, you’ll likely lose … Continue reading “A Guide to Trucking Predictive Maintenance (Part 2)”
It’s often said that prevention is the best medicine — but for truck drivers, it might be prediction. Predictive maintenance, more specifically, is one of the best tools a trucking company has for keeping its fleet in order, streamlining operations, and ensuring driver safety. The term refers to the practice of proactively using analytics to … Continue reading “A Guide to Trucking Predictive Maintenance (Part 1)”
Trucking companies need to manage risk very carefully. Comprehensive commercial insurance coverage is an integral way for them to protect themselves against considerable liability and loss. Recently, an increase in the number of claims has made vital insurance protections more costly for companies and carriers alike. Here are some important considerations about the cause for … Continue reading “Skyrocketing Claims Rock Trucking Industry”
