ELDs have been required for the majority of the industry for more than a year now, but there are still some that do not have to comply until Dec. 16, 2019. A look back at ELDs, and what the next deadline means.
Basic amenities such as snacks and a bathroom rank high among truck drivers as improvements shippers can implement at their locations to improve the driver experience.
KeepTruckin continues to expand its leadership team as it works to build out new solutions for drivers, taking advantage of the data now available to it.
We posted a story yesterday profiling an iconic truck stop in Portland. In Part II we talk to drivers who stopped at Jubitz for fuel, a bite and well-earned rest.
Canada is working to finalize an ELD rule for truckers in that country. The rule would closely mirror the U.S. regulation, with a few significant differences.
Marrying up an ELD with a video system isn’t the last step for bringing multiple technologies on to one platform.
ZED Connect has announced that it is discontinuing its ZED-ELD product and offering current customers an opportunity to transition to the EZ-ELD from Stoneridge.
Under the partnership, My20 and GoLoad drivers with extra hours and capacity will receive critical Dock411 details before deciding to accept available loads.
Zipline Logistics released a survey showing the impact of ELDs — 10 months after the mandate.
Parking is a hot button issue across the transportation industry, but it certainly does not carry the same weight among drivers and those who manage transportation companies.
While 60% did say that ELDs were forcing drivers to stop, rest, and run legally, the other 40% of respondents felt that ELDs decreased driver safety, as well as for others on the road.
FreightWaves adds additional risk management and compliance information in the most recent SONAR release.
The popular electronic logging device (ELD) exemption for agricultural haulers is up for renewal before Sept. 30, but it’s longer-term fate may hang with Congress’ ability to pass a budget – or at least a Continuing Resolution (CR) to keep the government open beyond Sunday.
With ELDs in nearly every truck, it was only a matter of time before insurance companies started to utilize the devices. Progressive is among the first, launching a new discount program for truckers that provide Progressive access to their ELD data.
Beyond the Technology presented by LaunchIt Public Relations …From ELDs to automated yard management systems, technology has become more and more prevalent in every corner of the supply chain. While technology can make things more efficient when it works well, dysfunctional tech can lead to major headaches for everyone involved.
Werner Enterprises (NASDAQ: WERN) presented a market update at Morgan Stanley’s 6th annual Laguna conference on September 12, where John J. Steele made his predictions for the upcoming peak season and addressed issues and solutions related to the capacity crunch, e-commerce, and the potential impacts of Hurricane Florence on the market.
Many people are using ELDs when they don’t have to. We cover some of the most common reasons why you might be ELD exempt.
Beyond the Technology presented by LaunchIt Public Relations …Since the ELD mandate took effect, most of the conversation surrounding the devices has focused on hours of service and compliance issues. However, their uses do not end there.
ELDs are one part of the overall telematics picture that fleets can utilize to greater efficiency, according to a new survey of fleets.
With a vision of bringing “trucks, trailers and goods online,” KeepTruckin continues to innovate and invest in technologies that improve the lives of drivers.
