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Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) Program: What You Should Know

Are you aware of the Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) program? The driver shortage is a major challenge for fleets across the country,...

FMCSA's Game-Changing Decision: How Easing CDL Rule for Trainees Will Impact the Trucking Industry

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is considering a rule change that would ease the requirement for commercial...

FMCSA's New Approach to Identifying Unsafe Carriers: Upgrading the Safety Management System

Introduction: The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced that it is changing the way it identifies unsafe...

No DOT Requirements for a Consortium or Third-Party Administrators

Did you know there are NO DOT QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS for a consortium or third-party administrators! This might come as a surprise,...

Understanding the TWIC Card: What it is and How to Obtain it

A TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) card is a crucial form of identification for individuals who work in certain...

May I Brake, Jake? Under Icy & Slippery Road Conditions

Jake brakes, also known as engine retarders, are a commonly used tool in the trucking industry to help slow down the vehicle and reduce...

The Future of Hair Follicle Testing in the Trucking Industry: A Look at the FMCSA Denial

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently denied a petition for federal recognition of hair sample drug testing,...