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Could The Chevron Deference Ruling Impact the FMCSA's ELD Mandate?

Jul 11, 2024 9:05:05 AM / by Henry Riegel posted in ELDs, FMCSA, DOT, Hours of Service

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On June 28, The US Supreme Court overruled the Chevron Deference, which will likely lead to the undermining of many federal regulations. In the long term, this is very likely to affect the trucking industry and the regulations set in place by the FMCSA including those surrounding electronic logging devices (ELDs).

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What are the new FMCSA changes for how CSA scores will be calculated?

Jul 2, 2024 8:51:04 AM / by Henry Riegel posted in Safety, FMCSA

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The FMCSA has proposed to make big changes to its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which includes changes in how the CSA score is calculated. These changes are important for carriers and drivers to understand so that they can ensure compliance and maintain safety standards.

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New Ag Exemption Status in the BIT App

Jun 13, 2024 10:12:08 AM / by Erin Sullivan posted in ELDs, Logbook, FMCSA, Hours of Service, Personal Conveyance

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Blue Ink Tech is proud to announce a new Agricultural cycle in the BIT app to help drivers manage Ag Exempt loads. The new cycle tracks exemption status within the 150 air-mile radius with one press of a button.

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What documents are required in a truck driver's DOT permit book?

Jun 1, 2023 2:01:55 PM / by Mike Riegel posted in Trucking, Growth, FMCSA, Business Management, IFTA, CDL, Hours of Service, Insurance

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When it comes to trucking, one rule of thumb that remains constant is "be prepared." Among the numerous documents that help a truck driver stay prepared on the road, the Department of Transportation (DOT) Permit Book holds an essential place.

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How to change a tire on your semi truck and trailer

May 16, 2023 10:00:00 AM / by Mike Riegel posted in Tires, Safety, Fines, Maintenance, FMCSA, DOT

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If you drive an semi truck, you know how important it is to maintain and replace your tires regularly. Driving with damaged or worn-out tires can lead to accidents, costly repairs, fines and delays in your delivery schedule.

In this blog post, we'll provide a comprehensive guide on how to change a tire on an semi, discussing the required tread depth, tire issues, and leaks to look for during a pre-trip inspection.

We'll also compare the pros and cons of brand new tires vs. recapped tires and discuss proper inflation methods, and why maintaining adequate tire pressure is crucial for your truck and trailer.

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