In the past years, ride-sharing apps have exploded in use and popularity. However, with the influx of this technology, ride-sharing apps have created a perfect environment for sexual predators to prey on unassuming individuals. This comprehensive guide discusses the prevalence of sexual assault in rideshare apps, lawsuits and legal action against major ride-sharing platforms, and safety measures […]
FMCSA Awards More Than $76 Million in Grants to Improve Commercial Motor Vehicle Safety
The US Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced that it has awarded more than $76 million in grants to states and educational institutions to enhance commercial motor vehicle (CMV) safety. All 50 states, Washington DC, as well as the US territories of American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands, Puerto […]
How to Stay Safe as a Trucker on the Road
Jobs that involve a lot of driving can often be a challenge and they come with more risk than you might think. Driving for many hours a day is very tiring, and of course, it can be incredibly boring, despite how important the trucking industry is and how much experience you might have as a […]
Brake Safety Week Set for August 22-28
This year’s Brake Safety Week is scheduled for August 22-28. During Brake Safety Week, commercial motor vehicle inspectors emphasize the importance of brake systems by conducting inspections and removing commercial motor vehicles found to have brake-related out-of-service violations from roadways. At the same time, many motor carriers work to educate their drivers and maintenance service […]
ATRI-Developed Assessment Tool Shows Promise for Identifying Safe, Younger Drivers
Recruiting and retaining enough qualified truck drivers consistently ranks as a top trucking industry concern. There are several factors for this such as the challenging lifestyle, pay rates, and he federal requirement to be 21 years of age before obtaining a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) in order to operate across state lines. This creates a […]