HOS

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OOIDA is challenging FMCSA crash-risk research, claiming its reliance on telematics and a lack of control groups will produce unscientific results.

Despite their outsized impact on operations, confusion surrounding HOS regulations continues to plague the industry.

With CVSA’s annual International Roadcheck fast approaching, now is the time for carriers and drivers to prepare for the inspection process.

A closer look into FMCSA HOS rule changes

An executive from Pedigree Technologies explains how the North Dakota firm became one of the first ELD providers to successfully get a device certified in Canada. It wasn’t easy.

In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, freight rates continue to rise. Plus, FMCSA has asked for a delay in a lawsuit seeking to roll back HOS rules, and Haul is attracting some of the most prominent names in the industry as investors.

Road Hunter, a popular navigation app for truckers, surveyed its users to find out more about their ELD providers. The app’s founder said there is a huge market for truckers potentially willing to switch ELD providers.

E-log violations during roadside inspections and compliance reviews can add up to thousands of dollars in penalties for carriers. Knowing the most common violations is the first step to avoiding these penalties.

In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, FMCSA tells Washington state it can no longer enforce state meal-and-rest break rules on truck drivers operating under HOS regulations. Plus, carriers continue to be in a strong position as peak season rolls on, and delivery robots are suddenly in hot demand.

As the Nov. 3 election quickly approaches, both ATA and TCA are positioning to work with the next administration.

In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, FMCSA denies an HOS exemption for drivers with animals, YRC is boosting pay for some new drivers, OOIDA criticizes cost estimates for broker transparency and the conviction of the former Pilot Flying J president is overturned.

FMCSA has given truck drivers more flexibility with a new split-sleeper provision, but few drivers used the previous provision. Will any use the new one?

Reliance Partners’ John Seidl shares thoughts on the latest HOS changes and explains the benefits of doing your regulatory homework.

J. J. Keller and FreightWaves team up to illustrate the 2020 HOS Changes.

In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, GlobalTranz shook up its leadership structure on Friday, Amazon is planning a new distribution strategy, and the U.S. Air Force could transport tractor-trailers on aircraft as part of any COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan.

In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, several safety groups have sued FMCSA to stop upcoming changes to HOS rules. Plus, Convoy seeks to eliminate the request for proposal process, FreightWaves announces enhancements to SONAR and a Stanford dropout reimagines loading docks.

In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, a group has studied mileage-based user fees and found some unexpected results, plus more HOS exemptions and a better way to price insurance.

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With upcoming changes to hours-of-service rules, drivers and fleets could see improved productivity, safer operation and fewer violations.