Shippers, beware of cross-border insurance gaps
Mark Vickers of Reliance Partners warns transportation providers of Mexico’s eye-opening insurance regulations, which he compares to the “Wild West.”
Mark Vickers of Reliance Partners warns transportation providers of Mexico’s eye-opening insurance regulations, which he compares to the “Wild West.”
In today’s edition of The Daily Dash, Werner expects the winter weather to impact Q1 earnings. Plus, J.B. Hunt and Google are teaming up for product development, and Walmart will invest billions of dollars in e-commerce.
It’s hard to predict when and where ice will strike, but the magnitude of such events can be mitigated. Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels explains why it’s imperative that drivers slow down and increase their following distance during adverse conditions.
Reliance Partners announced Wednesday it has acquired Borderless Coverage, an insurance agency focused on the U.S.-Mexico commercial transportation and logistics industries.
When it comes to risk mitigation, due diligence of the carriers you broker to is just as important to having the right insurance policies.
Reliance Partners’ Jordan Chastain suggests spending more time with a motor carrier before jumping into the world of independent driving.
Slips, trips and falls can bring about lifelong injuries for truckers, but thankfully, they’re easily preventable. Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels details basic safety tips around the truck and trailer.
Reliance Partners’ John Seidl explains that managers can avoid pestering drivers for their signatures altogether by simply using limited queries for their annual Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse checks.
An instructional guide for truckers in wintry weather.
Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels fears that relaxed regulations may result in an uptick in CDL fraud in driver schools.
Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels explains that driver trainers should be everything from instructor and mentor to trainer, psychologist and friend to their students.
Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels demonstrates how to chain up when winter weather strikes.
Early signs about the end of tight capacity begin to surface.
Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels says, “Communication between a driver and their fleet manager or safety department should be an open line for expressing what you want from them, but also what should they expect from you?”
Reliance Partners’ Mark Barlar details the steps drivers should take to mitigate the risk of igniting a cargo tank disaster.
Reliance Partners’ Nicole Guinn explains why you should never allow police to make towing arrangements on your behalf and the benefits of rental reimbursement coverage.
Although the pandemic has forced cutbacks in many areas, safety shouldn’t be one of them. In fact, fleets should invest more in safety compliance. Start by hiring a safety manager.
Runaway truck ramps are a trucker’s last resort. Reliance Partners’ Brian Runnels reminds truckers that the best way to tackle the downhill drive is through preventative maintenance, obeying road signage and simply taking things slow.
Capacity Southeast of Nashville to join Chattanooga-based Reliance
Reliance Partners’ John Seidl touts the importance of understanding queries and advises drivers to steer clear of marijuana, regardless of what California or Colorado permits.