The Truth About ELDs
April 26, 2014
If the ELD mandate passes, 52% of company drivers and 71% of independent drivers say they’ll quit. Then again, it might not be so bad. Wait, what?
This clear-headed analysis of the debate over Electronic Logging Devices, website poll statistics and the reality of ELD’s really puts things in perspective. See the full story here:
Comments on Electronic Logging Devices
April 5, 2014
The fine folks at Overdrive Magazine look at the mixed positive and negative comments regarding mandated Electronic Logging Devices (ELD). Truck drivers have been debating the issue on open forums, public dockets and websites for months now, and the staff at Overdrive have heard their voices loud and clear. See the full article here:
http://www.overdriveonline.com/eld-rule-public-comments-mixed-with-renewed-focus-on-hours-rule/
Trucking Moves America Forward
March 28, 2014
A new campaign aims to improve the image of America’s truckers. The “$5 Million Facelift” called Trucking Moves America Forward is quickly gaining support, with both the ATA (American Trucking Association) and the OOIDA (Owner Operator Independent Drivers Assocaition) hopping on board. See the full story here:
http://www.thetruckersreport.com/the-5-million-facelift-for-trucking/
FMCSA Tries to Prevent Driver Harassment
March 27, 2014
The FMCSA’s recent proposal mandating Electronic On Board Recorders (EOBRs) also includes a list of safeguards to prevent the legislation from being used to harass drivers. The safeguards include an explicit ban on harassment, drivers rights to access their own records, ability to file complaints, stronger penalties to prevent harassment, ability to silence device when off duty, right to edit logs, limited tracking of vehicle location, and personal data privacy.
Many drivers are outraged by the mandated EOBRs due to the potential for carriers to use them unethically, however these safeguards may help prevent harassment.
The FMCSA’s E-Log Mandate
March 23, 2014
On March 13, the FMCSA released its official proposal to improve safety and reduce the paperwork burden for both truck drivers and fleet managers. Read the full story here:
http://eobr.com/eobr-news/eobr-mandate/e-log-mandate-trucking-industry-takes-another-step-forward/