Winter brings its own set of challenges for transporting goods. But temperature-controlled vans can be invaluable during the harsh winter months, and not just for items that need to stay…
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GeneralTips for Hauling Freight in Bad Weather
By erika deblasiNo matter the time of year, the weather is constantly changing, especially for drivers traveling over great distances. You could be driving down a road with nothing but clear skies…
GeneralHawkeye receives 9th consecutive National Safety Award!
By erika deblasiGreat West Casualty Company is the nation’s leading provider of property and casualty insurance for the trucking industry. With over 60 years of experience, Great West offers risk management, underwriting,…
GeneralImportant Produce Season Tips for Logistics Professionals
By erika deblasiPeople think of fresh fruit and veggies as essential summertime staples. The freight industry does a lot of behind the scenes work to bring the crops from the farm to…
GeneralHurricane Season 2022: Expect the Unexpected
By erika deblasiAs summer trucks on, every day brings us further into hurricane season. Keeping our carriers safe before, during, and after a hurricane is at the forefront of our minds, and…
GeneralFMCSA Extends COVID HOS Waiver
By erika deblasiOn November 29, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced that it has extended the Hours of Service (HOS) regulatory waivers due to continued public health concerns. The waiver took…
GeneralFMCSA’s New Hours of Service Rules Set to Start in September
By erika deblasiAt the beginning of June 2020, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) published the Hours of Service final rule that will change the HOS regulations for commercial motor vehicle…