Tag: HOS
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Fracking Truck Drivers Not Exempt from HOS, Says DOT
Fracking Truck Drivers have to deal with long load and unload times, but the DOT says that doesn't exempt them from extending their hours.
Driver Turnover Decreases Slightly In Late 2011
While it can be considered relatively good news, driver turnover rates continue to plague the truck driving industry.
Senate Makes Highway Bill Amendments Exempting Ag Trucks
Agri-Biz Truck Drivers catch a break from the Transportation Bill currently being debated on Capitol Hill. Find out if your job is affected.
TCA & ATA File Suite Against HOS Revision
The Hours of Service revision of 2011 is drawing a lot of fire. Industry groups and teamsters are filing suite as fast as possible.
New HOS Rules: Visual Examples for Truckers
This article has a link to the FMCSA's new online tutorial about how to fill out your logbooks to avoid violating the new HOS rules.
Hours of Service Revision Challenged by GOP Congressman
Some GOP Congressmen are calling for the FMCSA to put their money where their mouth is regarding the new HOS Rules.
Trucker Group Against Ohio Speed Increase
Since semi truck safety issues are currently in the national spotlight, the Ohio Trucking Association has declined to support a speed increase that could help truckers cover more distance during hours of service.
2012 HOS Rule – Shipping Co’s Aren’t Happy
Once again, new regulatory policy out of Washington passes because it looks good on paper, but does it work in real life?
Hours Of Service Rule Change – Hard Facts
FMCSA HOS Final Rule was handed down early, with expected and unexpected changes to current guidelines, making future court battles likely...