As if the shift to daylight savings time and the coming holiday season doesn’t cause enough distraction in our daily schedules, we must worry about deer strikes. This is the time of year when deer are most active and with that in mind, now is a good time to review the dangers of animals in the roadway.
Deer are more active during breeding, migration, and hunting season, increasing the likelihood of crashes from mid-October to mid-December. Here are some tips for staying safe
The annual CVSA International Roadcheck is almost here. The inspections scrutinize all safety & compliance aspects of equipment & drivers, but this year there will be 2 specific areas of concentration
Spring is in the air and with the approaching warm weather comes the return of highway maintenance & work zones. And accidents resulting in fatalities involving CMVs in work zones have been increasing
The FMCSA recently provided a few tips to help prevent accidents and comply with safety standards. And some of these best practices start before even getting into the cab.
The Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse is a secure online database containing records of drug & alcohol violations. Drivers are not required to register however a driver may need to provide consent for work
The safety of CMV operators is a critical aspect of FMCSA’s safety mission. And why the FMCSA issued a Notice of Enforcement Policy intended to increase awareness of sexual assault against CMV drivers
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration released early estimates of traffic fatalities for 2023 so far. Here are some steps to avoid aggressive driving
The International Roadcheck commercial motor vehicle inspection & enforcement initiative shows the importance of ensuring a proper pretrip inspection to ensure both you & your equipment are road-ready
The CVSA has scheduled this year’s Brake Safety Week for August 20-26 focusing on brake lining and pad issues that could violate & affect a motor carrier’s safety rating. Why the focus on brakes now?
Four of the nation's top private fleet drivers were inducted into the NPTC Driver Hall of Fame by International Truck. So, what can we learn from these award-winning drivers?
To help combat the human trafficking epidemic, the FMCSA launched its new human trafficking awareness campaign— “Your Roads, Their Freedom.” As a driver, if you notice something, trust your instincts.
National Work Zone Awareness Week serves as an annual reminder about the continued importance of work zone safety and mobility for all road users. Here are a few ways you can keep work zones safe
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. It's the time to reinforce the dangers of distracted driving and the rules and regulations enforced by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
The FMCSA has launched a nationwide educational campaign to remind commercial motor vehicle drivers of the precautions to take at highway-rail grade crossings. Most, can be prevented with these tips
The Department of Transportation released the National Roadway Safety Strategy, a comprehensive approach to significantly reduce serious injuries and deaths on the nation’s highways. Take a look here!
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration estimates drowsy driving causes at least 100,000 police-reported crashes. Learn some tips to reduce fatigue while truck driving.
Recent research, released by the American Transportation Research Institute, reveals driving behaviors that increase the likelihood of future crashes—five of which increased future crash.
Later this week, as we pause to give thanks and celebrate Thanksgiving, we welcome in the holiday season, and with it the additional traffic challenges
Nearly one out of five commercial motor vehicles were placed out of service during the International Roadcheck commercial motor vehicle inspection and enforcement initiative.
As a professional driver, you know first-hand the dangers of driving too fast for conditions. Here are a few accident statistics and safety tips to reduce your speed.
Oe responsibility you may not be thinking about as a truck driver who drives for a living is more health-related, and it is your eyesight.
