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FMCSA hosting virtual forum to outline upcoming safety, research initiatives
FMCSA’s Office of Analysis, Research and Technology (ART) will host a free virtual forum on March 10 highlighting its safety activities and priorities for the year. Also: Federal infrastructure spending dips; and Konexial launches new AI-powered dashcams.
February 25, 2021
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Randall-Reilly appoints Matt Reilly as new CEO
Matt Reilly is a three-time CEO who brings more than 25 years of relevant experience in technology and business services to his new role. Most recently, he led a data science company in the marketing technology industry.
February 25, 2021
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Too much profit? Watch out for that trap
An owner-operator looking to lower her tax bill wants to know: Should she spend down her profits, including possibly buying a truck, to avoid paying taxes? Or find another use for the money?
February 25, 2021
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How to mount an effective DataQs challenge
Setting up a successful DataQ begins at the scene of the crash or routine roadside or weigh station inspection -- documenting the facts of the case and, then, following through when errors are made.
February 15, 2021
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G.W. Bridge tops list of worst freight bottlenecks for third straight year
See which interchanges ranked the worst in ATRI's 2021 Top Truck Bottleneck List. Also: Pennsylvania DOT named nine bridges it is considering adding tolls to help fund repairs; and a new electronic reporting requirement for drivers entering Canada.
February 24, 2021
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Trucker issued shut down order after crash, DUI charges
The driver's BAC was more than 3 times the legal limit for CDL holders. Also: Fuel prices are up for the 16th straight week; large fleet gets waiver for pre-CDL drivers to run team; I-10 restrictions planned in Ariz. next week; more.
February 23, 2021
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PPP loans open to smallest businesses for next two weeks
President Biden announced a two-week period in which very small businesses will have exclusive access to apply for the Paycheck Protection Program's forgivable loan program — including one-truck businesses. Also: Goodyear buys Cooper Tire for $2.5B.
February 22, 2021
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Mounting efforts to improve DataQs appeals fairness
Some in law enforcement and the trucking community see an opportunity to improve the appeals process, drawing on models already in place. Meantime, carriers using the system see it as structurally rigged to defeat most appeals.
February 15, 2021
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DAT partners with ATBS to offer discounts on tax, bookkeeping services
ATBS will offer three levels of its RumbleStrip tax and bookkeeping services at a discount for DAT subscribers. Also: A methanol tanker driver was named a Highway Angel for preventing a head-on crash.
February 19, 2021
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Live with Overdrive, CVSA, Payne Trucking: Exploring DataQs hurdles and criticisms
Join Overdrive's Todd Dills on Thursday, Feb. 25 for a live discussion about DOT's DataQs crash and inspection information review system, featuring Chris Turner of the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance and Chris Haney of Payne Trucking.
February 18, 2021
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Winter storms prompt HOS waivers for relief haulers in 33 states, D.C.
Widespread winter storms prompted FMCSA to declare an emergency, suspending hours regs in many states for relief haulers. Also: TA is planning to open six TA Express locations in Calif. this year; and the 2021 truck driving championships were canceled.
February 18, 2021
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How info errors hurt, and the owner-op's DataQs advantage
Simple data mistakes aren’t always simple to fix through the DataQs system. One-truck independents and mega-fleets do particularly well working that system, regardless.
February 15, 2021
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FMCSA allowing extension of CDL, med cert expirations through May
FMCSA is extending the period for which states can choose to extend the validity of CDLs and CLPs through May 31. Also: Van rates hit an inflection point in January; and Bridgestone announced a tire price increase.
February 17, 2021
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Owner-operators remain in crosshairs of DOT's offsite reviews
In a trend that exploded in 2020, the U.S. DOT and its enforcement partners are continuing to leverage new authority amid the pandemic to perform offsite, remote safety audits and compliance reviews of trucking companies in lieu of onsite reviews.
February 17, 2021
Regulations
Red tape, deaf ears: DataQs criticism mounts
Setting the Record Straight: This multipart feature kicks off with a look at how the DataQs process frustrates many who attempt to correct info associated with inspections, crashes.
February 15, 2021
Business
Massive pileup in Fort Worth shuts down I-35W
A fatal pileup on I-35W north of Fort Worth involving approximately 100 vehicles has shut the interstate down as crews work to clear the wreckage. Also: New CVSA out-of-service criteria; Trucker Path adds instant booking to load board; more.
February 11, 2021
Business
Easy cash: New and repeat borrowers consider reopened PPP
The process for turning a Paycheck Protection Program loan into a grant has been simplified since PPP's first round. The current offering is open through March 31.
February 11, 2021
Regulations
Montana-based fleet owner effectively shut down for numerous regs violations
The owner of two Montana-based fleets was effectively shut down by FMCSA for driver- and vehicle-related regs violations. Also: Arizona adds more trip-planning features to 511 site for truckers; HHG mover pleads guilty to scam; more.
February 10, 2021
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