- New Trucking Regulations Brewing in Congress - What It Means for You
2015-06-16
The Transportation, Housing and Urban Development funding bill for fiscal year ending in 2016 could have a big impact on truckers. As we have previously pointed out at Trucker To Trucker, it is extremely important to always keep up-to-date with new federal trucking legislation whether you have a single truck or a large fleet.
- 5 Tips to Fight Road Fatigue
2015-03-31
Do you make it a priority to get a good night's sleep? Even if you do, there's a good chance that you will experience road fatigue at some point. Long hours combined with long stretches of highway can lull you into drowsiness before you know it.
- How Much Caffeine is Too Much for Your Health?
2014-08-21
Most of us consume caffeine in some way, shape, or form. As truckers, it is fairly common to partake of caffeinated beverages as a means of alleviating fatigue and staying alert and focused through many a long, rough haul. But how much is too much?
- Will Sleep Apnea Screening Become Mandatory for Truckers?
2013-06-14
Sleep disorders in commercial truck drivers has been an issue of interest by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration for many years, and it's becoming increasingly apparent that FMCSA will make some move to require truck drivers to be screened for sleep apnea in the not too distant future.
- Don't Catch a Case of White Line Fever
2013-04-26
Most truckers have experienced it. Traveling down the Interstate, you awake to the reality that you have no recollection of how you got from where you were a hundred miles or so ago to where you are now.
- The Blame Game: CSA's Crash Accountability Failings Cost Carriers Business
2013-03-22
Over a year ago, FMCSA shelved plans to make determinations on crash accountability in favor of further study.
- A Gift To Sleepy Truck Drivers From Aviisha For Sleep Better Month
2012-05-07
Van Nuys, California (May 2, 2012) – Aviisha Medical Institute, LLC, an industry leader in portable home diagnosis and treatment of sleep apnea, will be taking $100 off the cost of its home sleep test for commercial drivers throughout May in honor of Better Sleep Month.
- New Hours of Service Final Rule Offers New Challenges for Drivers
2012-01-09
Currently, a driver may choose to reset his workweek clock to 70 hours simply by taking a voluntary 34-hour break, with no limit to how many such breaks a driver may take during a week.
- Poor Trucking Rest Services Spurs Private Sector
2011-02-12
The quality and availability of trucker services and amenities has long been neglected by government. With all the hoopla over Hours Of Service (HOS) and proposals to further tighten the length of time a driver can spend on the road and mandatory rest periods, little thought has been given to the quality of rest time as opposed to the quantity. Drivers understand only too well that finding a good place to rest and clean up is important, not only for the ability to get quality rest but also to be able to recharge the batteries so they are more alert and able to continue with their driving duties.
- FMCSA 34 Hours Restart Study Called Into Question
2011-02-03
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is using a two part study from Washington State University as the basis for revisions to the Hours of Service (HOS) rules. The study is behind the 34 hour restart proposals which also recommends two full nights of rest time. The findings are now being strongly questioned by the trucking industry, particularly in respect of night drivers.
- Major Changes to HOS Rules Waiting Decision from White House
2010-12-05
The White House is the final stage for new American legislation as it waits for the President's signature, and a major new law on Hours of Service (HOS) is expected shortly. While there has been no official statement yet, at least one major trucking organization is expecting major rule changes which include: