adverse driving conditions
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Daily Infographic: CMV Driving Tips – Too Fast for Conditions
Driving too fast for conditions is defined as traveling at a speed that is greater than a reasonable standard for safe driving.
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Above-average hurricane season nearing peak months
FreightWaves meteorologist Nick Austin and Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels urge the industry to hunker down in August and September — hurricane season’s peak months.
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High winds pose invisible threat
In light of recent wind-related accidents, Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels advises truckers to check their weight, slow down and monitor weather reports before hitting the…
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Owner-operators opposing Teamsters in HOS lawsuit
OOIDA says changes must stay in place to help reverse the rising crash rates.
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Take advantage of HOS exception flexibility
Reliance Partners’ John Seidl shares thoughts on the latest HOS changes and explains the benefits of doing your regulatory homework.
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Inside hours-of-service changes: How driver productivity, safety benefit
With upcoming changes to hours-of-service rules, drivers and fleets could see improved productivity, safer operation and fewer violations.
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FMCSA expects no delay in hours-of-service effective date (with video)
FMCSA officials clarified HOS rules for National Tank Truck Carriers.
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FMCSA to consider addressing driver coercion in HOS regulations
Topic once again dominates floor at FMCSA listening session.
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Insurance group cautions against FMCSA’s short-haul proposal
IIHS says driver fatigue still is a “major risk factor.”
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