Your traveling down the highway and suddenly you awaken to the reality that you have no recollection of how you got from where you were a hundred miles ago to where you are now. This apparent lapse of consciousness is called Highway Hypnosis or White Line Fever, which can be experienced by any motorist on [...]
Living in a semi can sometimes seem like a balancing act. There is only so much room in the cab and no way to renovate to make more. One common question that a lot of our new drivers ask us is “What exactly should we bring in with us?” We’ve put together a check list [...]
Satellite communications is a handy little tool to stay in contact with dispatch, drivers and other people in the office. At the same time it can lead to misunderstandings and poor communication. Sometimes, especially when you're having a rough day out on the road, or in the dispatch office, the satellite can become your worst [...]
The CVSA Roadcheck Program is run every year as part of an ongoing educational and awareness program. This year Roadcheck will begin on June 2nd and run for 72 hours. Drivers should, as always, be prepared to undergo Level 1 inspections by DOT officials. Part of this inspection will include the suspension and coupling devices. [...]
It is the driver’s responsibility to ensure that the freight being loaded onto the trailer is done so properly. Should there ever be an issue with a shipper drivers should contact dispatch or their driver service manager before leaving the dock. 11.5% of all vehicles put out of service during the 2014 CVSA Roadcheck were [...]
The most common DOT violation(s) stem from problems with the brake system. During the CVSA Roadcheck 2014, 46.2% of all vehicles put out of service had brake system violations. Checking the brake system is part of your daily required pre-trip inspection. The 2015 Roadcheck program is slated to start on June 2nd and run for [...]
