News & Reports

Hours of Service: Ag Commodity Clarification

The commodity you are transporting is a determining factor whether you qualify for a agricultural exemption from the FMCSA Hours of Service. For clarification on ag commodities as defined by FMCSA and your eligibility for the ag exemption, here is the latest docket...

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Hours of Service: California vs Federal

Overview of Difference Between Federal and California HOS Rules Federal HOS Basics (49 CFR § 395)California HOS Basics (CCR Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 6.5, Article 3, Section 1212)11 hours driving12 hours driving14 hours total duty window16 hours total duty...

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Safety Benefits of ELDs?

It's hard to tell how ELDs contribute to increased CMV safety, and safety on our highways in general. Yes they help HOS compliance - we have hard data. But do they help with safety? Read this interesting take from Scopelitis Transportation Consulting.

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FMCSA: Highway Safety Coalition Roundtable

Review the Highway Safety Coalition presentation on the new HOS rules here.  FMCSA published their revised Hours of Service (HOS) final rule 6/1/2020. Driver must operate under this new rule starting 9/29/2020. The final rule changes four provisions; Short Haul...

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