Thursday, November 10, 2016Reduce speed in work zonesRoughly one-third of all fatal work-zone accidents involve large trucks. Make sure to take your time going through interstate construction — your delivery can always wait. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, November 9, 2016Watch your blind spots Other motorists may not be aware of a truck's "no zones" — those where crashes are most likely to occur. Common "no zones" include: Off to the side just in front of the cab Just behind the side mirrors Directly behind the truck READ MORE >>
Tuesday, November 8, 2016By utilizing a loss control program, you can be spared the expense that can be associated with losses, such as:* Downtime* Repairs* Fines * Lawsuits A better loss history can also lead to better insurance rates READ MORE >>
Monday, November 7, 2016An adequate loss control program should help:
* policyholders reduce claims, and
*insurance companies reduce losses through safety and risk management information
In the insurance realm, establishing a loss control program is most commonly achieved by working with a lo... READ MORE >>
Friday, November 4, 2016A leading expert in the Trucking Insurance Industry, Tommy Ruke founder of the MCIEF, "Motor Carrier Insurance Education Foundation" wrote an excellent blog that will help many understand what the MCS90 is and what it is not as well as when it will respond and when it does not. READ MORE >>
Thursday, November 3, 2016An insured traveling "interstate" (crossing state lines) hauling for-hire is required to have an MCS90, and the BMC91X Federal Motor Carrier filing. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, November 1, 2016The MCS90 actually came to be during The Motor Carrier ACT of 1980. The act states that each motor carrier traveling "interstate" for-hire is required to show proof that they have a financial responsibility equal to or greater than the minimums required by each state. READ MORE >>
Thursday, October 20, 2016Driving your vehicle in hazardous conditions, such as snow, heavy rain, or thick fog, is a matter of preparation, practice, and―as always with driving―calm and caution. And just because it is not a blizzard does not mean conditions are not hazardous. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 Tips for Getting Better Sleep On the Road If you’re sleeping away from home, you know it’s harder to get rest. However, there are a few things you can do to sleep, and feel, better: * Keep the cab of your truck cool, dark and quiet. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, October 18, 2016 What Should Truck Drivers Know About Distracted Driving: New FMCSA regulations prohibit texting and hand-held mobile phone use while operating a commercial motor vehicle used in interstate commerce. Drivers caught texting or using hand-held mobile phones are subject to fines, disqualifications, and being put out-of-service. READ MORE >>
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