By P. Sean Garney, Scopelitis Transportation Consulting LLC and Safety/Regulatory Consultant to Spireon, Inc. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) CDL Driver Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse was implemented in 2020,... read more →
Driver retention continues to be a long-standing issue in the trucking industry. According to the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), driver shortage and driver retention are the top two current... read more →
By P. Sean Garney, Scopelitis Transportation Consulting LLC and Safety/Regulatory Consultant to Spireon, Inc. As we approach the one-year anniversary of the publication of the latest changes to the Hours... read more →
By Dave Osiecki, President of Scopelitis Transportation Consulting LLC and Safety/Regulatory Consultant to Spireon, Inc. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) annual International Roadcheck is fast approaching and it’s likely... read more →
By P. Sean Garney, Scopelitis Transportation Consulting When a new presidential administration comes to town, the Washington, D.C. housing market heats up and the pace of government slows down, at... read more →
In today’s connected world, drivers are constantly being fed distractions through their smartphones and other in-cab technology. And when you’re managing a fleet and drivers, one minor mistake behind the... read more →
The cost of trailers is a common issue plaguing most carriers. From detention costs to maintenance and repair fees, these quickly add up as the top expense for carriers, averaging... read more →
Lawn & Landscape is hosting a free upcoming webinar called "GPS in the Green Industry: Can It Improve Profitability?" Sponsored by FleetLocate, the webinar will review technologies that landscaping companies... read more →
It's time again for "Ask the Fleet Expert." In this post, leading fleet experts answer your questions on actual knowledge as it relates to the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, what... read more →
GPS tracking for construction companies: Many companies question whether it’s a good value. But many have found that having safer drivers helps reduce their insurance rates. And knowing when their... read more →