We know you are busy. So, we selected top fleet news from August surrounding tips and developments in the fleet industry for your convenience.
This month’s curated list of news stories includes:
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Hurricane Harvey to disrupt freight flow nationwide, likely boost rates
Hurricane Harvey caused extensive damage in southeast Texas, one of the major freight hubs, and will cause a shift in the nation's freight flow patterns. Read more
Consider donating to families affected by Hurricane Harvey
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The pace of technological change is accelerating in trucking
In this era of technology, the rise of mobile apps will streamline certain trucking operations. Read more
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Fleet exoneration: Using video to determine truck accident liability
In-vehicle systems could not only improve fleet driver safety but help exonerate fleet drivers in accidents. Read more
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OOIDA petitions FMCSA to withhold federal funding from 20 states for enforcement, including ELDs
The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) is encouraging the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to penalize states who haven’t updated their state legal code to incorporate the ELD mandate. Read more
