Regulations
Weigh Station Basics for All Truck Drivers
Highway weigh stations may look like small roadside stops, but they play an outsized role in keeping America’s freight moving safely and legally. Whether you’re new to the industry or a seasoned Barr-Nunn professional looking for a refresher, understanding how these checkpoints work—and how to breeze through them—can save time, money, and Compliance, Safety & Accountability (CSA) headaches. Here is a deep dive into everything you need to know before the next green “OPEN” light appears on the horizon.
Read MoreWhat are Deadhead Miles in Trucking?
What are Deadhead Miles? In the trucking industry, “deadhead miles” refer to miles driven without any cargo or freight. This can happen when a truck driver delivers a load to a destination and then has to return to the point of origin without any cargo. These types of miles can have a significant impact on…
Read MoreELD Compliance in 2020: What You Need to Know
The Electric Logging Device (ELD) Rule was put into effect by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) on December 18, 2017. This mandate was softly enforced, giving the transportation industry time to become compliant by December 16, 2019. This is the date to ensure all trucks had a working electronic logging device (ELD). Below…
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