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Learn how truck drivers can be more proactive about safety on the roadways in light of the recent increase in fatal crashes.  

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As we witness an open flow of IT information from vehicles of all kinds, it is critical to consider firewalls and anti-malware protection as well as cyber liability insurance coverage.

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It’s been a wild year, and while at times it may feel more like riding a bull than being “King of the Road,” just hang on a little longer. The times are changing and they’re changing fast.

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Many of the 1,600 violations were easily preventable, but no one had caught them prior to the surprise inspection.

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One of the most important opportunities remains frequently overlooked when it comes to data: the human element.

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The idea that technology will save lives is exciting on the one hand. On the other, just how seamless will the technology be? Will it be optional or mandatory?

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A survey of nearly 16,000 warehouse workers uncovers three key factors to attracting and retaining supply chain talent in anticipation of holiday peak season and single-digit unemployment rate.

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If you’re obsessed with growth, you’ll love the report. If you’re obsessed with logistics and the movement of freight, you’ll love the news even more.

The idea behind the new training program is to work with the drivers involved in an incident right away, wherever they are, and not eat up too much of their time.

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Among other things, women are known to take fewer risks on the road and also drive more carefully compared to men, thereby reducing the number of accidents caused due to negligence.

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Savvy companies know how to utilize technology to help solve retention issues, which, with patience, will lead to stronger quarters.

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The DOT’s pilot program to study the feasibility of 18-21-year-old drivers will have an insurance impact, but what exactly do insurance providers think of the proposal?

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With autonomous vehicles virtually at our doorstep, it is becoming mission critical for carriers and drivers to protect themselves. Points of vulnerability will be exploited by those who seek to cause harm, economically or otherwise.

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Other than the economy slowing and unemployment rising, is there a solution to the driver problem?

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On the heels of the U.S. Department of Transportation’s announcement regarding the Solving for Safety Visualization Challenge, FreightWaves spoke with Reliance Partners’ John Seidl to learn more about risk management in the industry.

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There are a lot of reasons why it’s hard for owner-operators to get the best deal possible on their truck insurance. Owner-operators are busy.

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One of his specific points of focus for improving driving retention has to do with compensation packages. Compensation packages have become more sophisticated in recent years, but there is room for improvement.

On June 7th, the highest odds for a truck being in a collision will occur between 4 pm and 7 pm and between 9 pm and midnight, accounting for 21% and 19% of the day’s accidents, respectively, almost twice what would be expected if accidents occurred at random times.

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FreightWaves visited the Reliance office in downtown Chattanooga this week to speak with COO and president, Chad Eichelberger and Laura Anne Howell and get a sense of what makes the secret sauce so special.

Everyone sees the market as strong and staying that way, but are there other headwinds in the trucking sector?

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Depending on the limit and deductible you choose, your trailer interchange coverage should add between $100 and $1500 a year to your overall insurance cost.

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Regardless of whether the accident was the driver's fault, documentation helps support the ease and efficiency of the process. The point is, document first, ask questions later.

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Two very different approaches could give some breathing room to the tightening CDL driver shortage.

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Begin the process by providing clarity and expectations first on the basics, such as driving, detention, and layover, the nuts-and-bolts of the driving job.

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While there are loads of ways to save on insurance costs, some aren’t as realistic as others. We’ve distilled it down to a concentrated Top 5.

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The jury is still out as to whether or not ELDs actually make our roads safer, but many say they're working.

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CAB compiles data and translates that into actionable information for insurers and underwriters to make more informed decisions on carriers.

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It isn't easy, it isn't quick, but having a safety culture in your company can pay some clear dividends.

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Cargo theft doesn't just happen on the road, it can also happen at the warehouse. To prevent it, leading experts noted some of the approaches that scare away thieves.

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As if insurance requirements are not confusing enough for truckers, there is additional insurance policies some truckers or carriers need that others do not. This includes intermodal insurance coverage

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Go ahead, whack your tires. Are they properly inflated? Do you really know? The manual way of checking tire pressure may be costing your fleet money.

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Branding. It’s a word that you probably don’t associate with your trucking company, but one that can help you win business, if it’s done right.

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There are numerous tips available on how truck drivers can save money on the road, and while not all will work for everyone, chances are you can benefit from something on this list.

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A creature from the Black Lagoon, George Washington’s desk, and a 10-foot gold-plated harp are just a few of the odd things hauled by truck drivers, according to the 2018 King of the Road survey from Atlas Van Lines.

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Factoring can be a great way for small businesses, especially trucking companies, to manage their cash flow effectively and not devote valuable time that can be better spent hauling the next load because you are chasing down a late payer.

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There may never be a better time to replace your current truck, and while It may not be a new one, a low mileage, high-quality used truck could also provide a big tax benefit.

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It doesn’t matter if you believe the driver shortage is real or not, if you need a driver, you need a driver. So how do you get one?

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Regular budget forecasting can help businesses better manage their cash flow and help identify potential revenue problems.

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If you are a smaller company – be it a carrier, owner-operator, broker or shipper - are you really safe from a cyberattack? Here’s what you can do to protect yourself.

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Running under your own authority offers plenty of challenges, but some would have it no other way. One of the biggest challenges is finding freight.