DOT & ELD Guidance Blog

During 2022 FMCSA audits, there was a 40-percent jump in fines paid. Here are the top violations, and how to avoid them.

Fuel and driver pay increases show little indication of slowing down. Use these tips to tackle the rising costs of operating your fleet.

Here are three ways to enhance your fleet's performance by building resilience and trust within your organization.

Are you aware of the FMCSRs concerning training, certifications, and documentation for your maintenance technicians?

Those who haven't yet invested in dash cams are missing out on significant risk and operational benefits. Here are 5 myths about dash cameras.

Each year, thousands of vehicle inspections are conducted during CVSA Roadcheck. Here are the results from the 2022 Roadcheck event.

Who doesn't love good trucking stories? Here are three situations when vehicle trackers helped fleet managers save time and money.

There's a perfect storm of problems battering the truck and bus industry today. Learn how vehicle inspections and preventive maintenance help keep your freight moving.

Do you want to improve your company's safety metrics, reduce the chance of costly post-crash litigation, and better retain your drivers? Here are three steps to get there.

In today's world of off-site DOT audits and nuclear verdicts, you must maintain your records to the highest standards, and that means switching to electronic recordkeeping.

The Canadian ELD mandate has a new enforcement date. Here's what you need to know so you're prepared for January 1, 2023.

The J. J. Keller^® Encompass^® Fleet Management System is celebrating 20 years of fleet management in 2022! Take a look at our exciting new enhancements.

Your effort to dig deep into your roadside inspection data has enormous payoffs. Here's how it's done.

The FMCSA announced changes to its windshield obstruction rule. Here's what you need to know when the changes take place on May 6, 2022.

In 2021, 95% of FMCSA audits resulted in violations. Here's what they found, and how your fleet can prevent these issues.

New guidance is expected soon on the FMCSA's definition of a yard move.

Showing that you have adequate controls in place for hours of service requires exceptional documentation and recordkeeping.

Driver coaching is the foundation of any top-tier performance management program. Here are four aspects of successful driver coaching.

Learn how vehicle tracking GPS technology supports 5 important FMCSA safety management controls.

2022 is shaping up to be another challenging year in the trucking industry. Motor carriers can find success in 2022 by using the following best practices.

Canada's ELD compliance date is just seven months away. Here's the latest news on the mandate and what fleets need to do now to prepare for full compliance.

Commercial vehicle inspections are critical to highway safety. Here are the top FAQs about what inspection and maintenance records you're required to keep.

Difficult conversations are an essential aspect of managing people. Here's how to practice and prepare for driver one-on-one meetings.