August 8, 2019 7:58 am
Published by Malcolm Rosenfeld
As a fleet manager, owner-operator, or small trucking company, you have a lot on your plate. You know you’re required to track vehicles using electronic logging devices (ELD) due to rules surrounding Hours of Service Logs (HOS) issues. However, there’s still confusion on how to comply with the federal mandate, and many errors can take place. What is an Electronic Logging Device (ELD) The ELD Mandate also referred to as the ELD Final Rule, is a United States Federal Regulation that has specific compliance requirements. An ELD also referred to as an e-log, is a recording device placed in commercial... View Article
July 25, 2019 9:46 am
Published by Malcolm Rosenfeld
GPS fleet tracking helps trucking businesses monitor vehicle locations, driver activity, and fleet performance in real time. With access to live data and historical trip information, fleet owners can reduce operational uncertainty, improve driver accountability, and make better decisions about routing, scheduling, and vehicle usage. For small and mid-sized trucking companies, GPS tracking provides a clear view of where vehicles are, how they are being driven, and how efficiently the fleet is operating. Key Takeaways GPS fleet tracking provides real-time and historical location data for fleet vehicles. Fleet managers can monitor productivity, route performance, and driver behavior. Tracking systems help... View Article
July 8, 2019 5:32 pm
Published by Malcolm Rosenfeld
Whether you’re an owner-operator or you own a small freight company, it can seem tough to compete with the gigantic fleets on the road. So should you give up and drive for one of the larger companies, or stand your ground and get proactive? It turns out there are things you can do to keep your small trucking company from going under. Why Small Trucking Companies Fail There are several reasons that small trucking companies fail, and they are avoidable! 1. Failure to plan. Plan ahead; plan to succeed. Know what market you will serve and focus on a specific... View Article
June 27, 2019 5:47 pm
Published by Malcolm Rosenfeld
Parent-child relationships reach a major milestone when it’s time for teens to learn how to drive. Many parents dread this inevitable step towards maturity and independence, knowing that driving at any age is a life and death situation. Although you are right to go into this new stage of growth with concern, caution, and focus, there is no reason to panic. Here are 6 reliable strategies you can employ to improve the driving safety of your teenager. 1. Remember, as a parent, you set the ground rules for driving Although, when teens reach legal driving age, they typically question authority,... View Article
June 13, 2019 9:38 pm
Published by Malcolm Rosenfeld
Every fleet manager knows that using GPS to track your vehicles is essential. In the case of freight, GPS tracking is mandated by federal trucking regulations. Your employees all know they are being monitored, but you don’t necessarily want them to know where the GPS tracking device has been placed on their vehicle. If an employee is determined to use your vehicles for a side job, drive your vehicle into locations where you are not insured, or commit theft, you want to be able to track them without their being able to disable your tracking device. For this, you need the... View Article
