Why Truck Driver Hiring Is Different — and Much Riskier Many companies assume hiring a truck driver is just another HR process. In reality, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) imposes strict rules that go far beyond standard employment procedures. Ignoring them can result in massive fines, lawsuits, and soaring insurance premiums. The Non-Negotiable […]
The New Frontier of Driver Safety For too long, the conversation around trucker safety has been confined to the cab. We’ve focused on what happens behind the wheel, but what about when the journey takes drivers outside their vehicles? Whether it’s a routine delivery, a roadside inspection, or an unexpected emergency, drivers are often […]
For decades, the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has been the unwavering voice of professional truck drivers in the United States. Their tireless advocacy on critical issues like the chronic truck parking shortage, the need for flexibility in hours-of-service regulations, and the contentious debate over mandatory speed limiters has finally yielded significant results. In a […]
Speeding is a widespread problem affecting all road users, including truck drivers who also operate passenger vehicles. This means new regulations impact professionals too. Globally, speeding accounts for about a third of all road accident injuries and fatalities. Distracted driving, a major concern for NHTSA alongside speeding, has become an enormous issue for law enforcement […]
In the fast-paced world of road transport, the concept of safety culture is often discussed but less frequently understood. It’s more than just a set of rules; it’s the very fabric of how an organization approaches safety, influencing every decision and action. As Google aptly puts it, safety culture is “a set of shared values, […]
In the fast-paced world of transportation, two things are paramount: safety and efficiency. At All About Trucks and Translab, we’re constantly on the lookout for innovations that help our clients achieve both. One of the biggest challenges plaguing the industry today is fraud – from empty runs to fake brokers peddling non-existent loads, these dishonest […]
The Evolving Landscape of Autonomous Trucking The complete transition to driverless semi-trucks on American roads isn’t a foregone conclusion, and several factors suggest it won’t happen quickly, if ever. While the technology is advancing, the full elimination of human drivers faces significant hurdles. Current State of Autonomous Operations Companies like Aurora Innovation and Kodiak Robotics […]
Recent days have been a true rollercoaster for global trade and the transportation sector. A US federal court invalidated President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs, ruling that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) does not grant him unlimited authority in this matter. However, the joy was short-lived – the very next day, the Court of […]
The rapidly developing car transport sector, utilizing specialized trucks commonly known as auto transporters, has for years attracted individuals who see an opportunity for high earnings in this industry. It’s no secret that among the workers in this demanding sector—drivers, dispatchers, and transport company owners—there are many Poles. Their hard work and determination ensure the […]
In our last article, we wrote about cybercrimes in the transport and logistics industry, and unfortunately, we need to expand on the topic because statistics show that criminals have significantly intensified their illegal activities in recent months. Fraud in road transport is an increasing problem for freight forwarders, carriers, and 3PL (third-party logistics) operators. Between […]
