UCR delayed until FMCSA establishes 2018 fees
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) for 2018 has been delayed while the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) completes the rulemaking process for next year’s fees. The UCR applies to carriers operating a tractor, truck, or bus…
Economic Watch: Manufacturing Keeps Expanding but Construction Uneven
The nation’s manufacturing sector continued growing over an array of industries last month, though there is a bit of disagreement as to how fast it is expanding, following the release of two reports.
Sleep apnea partially to blame in 2016 truck-bus crash that killed 13, NTSB concludes
The Board determined the trucker had untreated obstructive sleep apnea, and the bus driver had untreated diabetes and was fatigued, likely due to acute sleep loss, at the time of the crash.
Trump FMCSA nom Martinez supports ELD mandate, will examine owner-operator impact
While Martinez said he doesn’t intend to delay the mandate, he said he will examine its impact on small business truckers. “I want to meet with those involved who oppose the rule to learn more about those concerns,” he told a panel of Senators during a confirmation hearing Tuesday.
Intermodal Surges in Third Quarter, Volume Hits Record High
Total intermodal freight volumes climbed 6.3% year-over-year in the third quarter for the strongest growth rate in over three years, according to new figures from the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA).
You can’t hide them lyin’ eyes
George’s dalliance with aftermarket parts — for a different truck! “It became evident I was going to have to confront him…. He was cheating. He was looking at aftermarket parts for a Peterbilt.”
Intrastate ELD mandates: California enforcement deadline likely to be late 2020, Oregon this year
California is planning to seek an intrastate adoption of the electronic logging device mandate that is likely to impose a deadline of December 31, 2020, for intrastate carriers. Oregon will enforce on the federal timeline Dec. 18 this year.
Partners in Business tip: Obtain a monthly earnings statement
All of your records should be converted into a profit and loss statement at the end of every month to show miles, revenue, costs and how much money you made or lost.
Strick Trailers adds production line
Strick Trailers has expanded its Monroe, Indiana, manufacturing facility by adding a 44,000-square-foot production line dedicated to “the unique characteristics of its custom trailer business,” the company says.
Trucking HR Canada now taking applications for Top Fleet Employers program
OTTAWA, Ont.— Applications are now open for Trucking HR Canada’s 5th annual Top Fleet Employers program, which recognizes fleets who demonstrate a commitment to going above and beyond in their human resources practices. Applications and online submissions will be…