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Tire Safety for Truck Drivers
A 2007 study from FMCSA found that 6%, or 8,000, of all truck accidents each year were caused by tire failure. However, that number could be substantially higher because this study was conducted nearly 20 years ago. Additionally, a 2023 study from NHTSA found that...
Types of Distracted Driving and How Truck Drivers Can Avoid Them
Truck drivers face enormous pressure to spend as much time on the road as possible to avoid delays. As such, it is incredibly tempting to save time by multitasking while driving. This includes taking calls, eating, fiddling with dispatch devices, or texting, among...
Truck Driver Safety: Essential Tips to Prevent Accidents and Injuries
Truck driving is one of the most essential professions in the U.S., but it also comes with significant safety risks. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, truck drivers experience a high rate of workplace injuries, many of...
What is a DOT physical?
A Department of Transportation (DOT) physical is a required medical examination for commercial drivers to ensure they are fit to operate vehicles safely. It evaluates a driver’s overall health, focusing on conditions that could impair their ability to drive, such as...
Why You Need a Driver Recruitment Plan: 9 Steps to Improved Hiring
Hiring and retaining qualified truck drivers has never been more challenging. With a driver shortage and high turnover rates, cutting through the noise of the job market to attract the right candidates is crucial. The best way to achieve this goal is to make a driver...
Seven Strategies to Tackle the Truck Driver Shortage
Every industry seems to be experiencing a labor shortage, and the trucking industry is no exception. In 2024, The American Trucking Association (ATA) reported a shortage of about 60,000 drivers, which is estimated to increase to 160,000 by 2031. What’s different about...