September 2019

Business

ELD Switch 101: Recording and transmitting data

Welcome to ELD Switch 101, a five-week series where we’ll cover a wide array of important topics concerning the mandatory switch from AOBRD to ELD. When it comes to what is recorded and transmitted on AOBRD and ELD systems, there is a stark difference that is likely to affect the way drivers and dispatchers work ...

Francisco Valladares

09.27.2019 - 4:28 PM Comments: 0

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Why truck drivers should prioritize rest in the Fall

Driving in the fall can be tricky, as you have fewer hours of sunlight and temperatures begin to drop across the United States. For some rookie drivers, this may be the first time they have to deal with some adverse weather conditions and being on the road when sunlight begins to wane. The change in the amount of sunlight in ...

Francisco Valladares

09.26.2019 - 11:13 AM Comments: 0

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Are electric vehicles viable options for truck drivers?

Before automation kicks off throughout the industry, electric commercial motor vehicles will likely be one of the biggest talking points in the industry as their implementation inches closer. The use of electric trucks will require additional training for drivers, as it’ll fundamentally change their day-to-day ...

Francisco Valladares

09.24.2019 - 11:23 AM Comments: 0

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ELD Switch 101: Breaking down start-up speeds

Start-up speeds, which is when your AOBRD or ELD device begins to automatically track your driving time, will be one of the most crucial aspects for drivers to understand before the ELD mandate deadline in December 2019. The difference between these system types is immense, as an ELD will start your drive time as soon as ...

Francisco Valladares

09.20.2019 - 11:11 AM Comments: 0

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The Battle of Detention Time

Seemingly since the beginning of time, drivers and shippers/receivers have been at odds with one another. Whether its drivers waiting hours to be loaded/unloaded or shippers/receivers waiting for a driver to arrive for their appointment, the feud has been ongoing for generations. Will there ever be a winner? Probably not, ...

Francisco Valladares

09.19.2019 - 11:45 AM Comments: 0

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Understanding ELDs, AOBRDs, and the ELD Mandate

The Department of Transportation (DOT) is mandating that every truck on the road has an Electronic Logging Device (ELD) installed by December 16, 2019. The ELD will replace paper logbooks and Automatic Onboard ...

05.2.2019 - 7:20 PM Comments: 0

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UTECH Announces New Integrations With DAT Solutions

Originally announced via Consumer Carrier Journal UTECH is proud to announce that our team has partnered with DAT solutions to offer a range of new integrations with UTECH TMS. These new capabilities will ...

04.17.2019 - 8:00 AM Comments: 0

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Monthly Archives: September 2019

ELD Switch 101: Recording and transmitting data

Why truck drivers should prioritize rest in the Fall

Are electric vehicles viable options for truck drivers?

ELD Switch 101: Breaking down start-up speeds

The Battle of Detention Time

Best read

Understanding ELDs, AOBRDs, and the ELD Mandate

UTECH Announces New Integrations With DAT Solutions

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