News & Reports
CVSA Issues New Inspection Guidance on ELD Tampering, False Logs
New guidance for commercial vehicle inspectors distinguishes between more traditional logbook violations and tampered ELD data that can result in mandatory 10-hour out-of-service orders. Deborah Lockridge The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance issued new inspection...
How to Transfer an ELD Output File using Motive Fleet Dashboard
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How to ensure your ELD is compliant.
During a roadside inspection, an authorized safety official may request the electronic logging device (ELD) output file to verify compliance with Hours of Service (HOS) regulations. The driver must be able to transfer this data electronically to the officer, typically...
Fleets Explained: How carriers can beat traffic congestion
Traffic congestion costs the trucking industry $108B annually. From rising fuel and labor costs to driver retention challenges, traffic gridlock disrupts fleet operations. But there are strategies to keep your freight moving. Justin Reynolds Dreamstime.com...
Back to basics: Why a truck driver can’t afford to ‘just pay’ a ticket
Brad Klepper For truck drivers, there’s no such thing as a “minor” traffic ticket. Treating a ticket like a minor inconvenience is a gamble with your future. In the trucking world, there is no such thing as a “minor” traffic ticket. As a CDL holder, you are held to a...
Roadcheck check up: Are you ready?
Roadcheck check up: Are you ready? - Click here to watch Jeremy Disbrow tell us now not to get parked.
CVSA News
Operation Safe Driver Week Is July 12-18 CVSA's Operation Safe Driver Week is scheduled for July 12-18. During Operation Safe Driver Week, commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers and passenger vehicle drivers who are demonstrating unsafe driving behaviors will be...
Fleets Explained: What are nuclear verdicts?
Nuclear verdicts—jury awards exceeding $10M—are rising, impacting fleets through higher insurance costs, reputational risks, and financial strain. Jenna Hume 142325184 | Lane Erickson | Dreamstime.com Nuclear verdicts come from lawsuits that result in fleets...
FMCSA unveils ‘more fair and transparent’ DataQ system
Mark Schremmer The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced this week that it is taking steps to address those problems. DataQ is an electronic system run by the FMCSA that allows motor carriers, drivers and safety officials to request a review of data in...
FMCSA overhauling DataQ system
How this affects you: More success on legitimate challenges: Fleets will no longer face "rubber-stamp" denials from the same officer who issued a citation; the new rule mandates independent, multi-stage reviews to eliminate conflicts of interest. Strict timelines for...