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That's a basic need for mental health. People who have mental health concerns often feel alone and left out. It's not that easy though. In years past the truckers network were the Truckstops. We would stumble out of our trucks, belly...
In the Fall of 2020 The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments to begin careful planning with industry stakeholders to ensure full preparedness when vaccines for COVID-19 are approved and available for distribution. The association also warned of...
We all agree that safety in trucking is job #1 for everyone and every company, no matter what part you play. Recently, an ATA report helped underline the industry efforts and investment in Truck Safety. The American Trucking Association reports...
International Women's Day (I.W.D.) is celebrated this year on March 8. In Canada and many other countries, I.W.D. has become a week-long event focusing on women, their societal role and how far they have come in fighting for equality. Still...
There was a time not that long ago when truck drivers were respected as “Hero’s of the Highway”. Books were written, movies were produced and we were treated with respect by the motoring public. The average driver knew that...
As of September 1, 2023, the air brake knowledge test will no longer be available for renewal purposes. Drivers who wish to renew their air brake endorsement will instead be required to complete the online learning module prior to renewing their...
British Columbia is still grappling with recent road closures which were forced as a result of heavy rains and mudslides a week ago. Cleanup and construction efforts are underway, and Highway 3 was briefly open before closing again due...
FMCSA has removed two ELDs from the list of registered Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs). Motor carriers and drivers using FALCON ELDs and KSK ELDs have 60 days to replace them with compliant ELDs.
On September 14, 2023, FMCSA removed the following...
I am a firm believer that the habit of regular and challenging reading is useful - perhaps essential - for professional and personal development. However, knowing what to read and how to find it can be challenging when we...
For this blog, we will be looking at the basics of hauling over-dimensional (OD) loads, and the hazards they involve. When you are dispatched on an OD load, the first thing you do, even before you put the truck...
