Three big blitzes are on the 2024 calendar As truck drivers prepare for the upcoming International Roadcheck, May 14-16, the Commercial Vehicle Safety Administration (CVSA) has released more blitz dates for 2024. International Roadcheck – May 14-16 International Roadcheck is a high-visibility, high-volume commercial motor vehicle inspection and regulatory compliance … Read More
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s (CVSA) International Roadcheck will take place May 14-16 with a focus on tractor systems and alcohol and controlled substance possession. International Roadcheck is a high-visibility, high-volume commercial motor vehicle inspection and regulatory compliance enforcement that takes place in Canada, Mexico and the U.S. During the … Read More
Ahead of anticipated snow across the state overnight into tomorrow, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC) are advising motorists to avoid unnecessary travel during the storm. Additionally, the agencies will implement various speed and vehicle restrictions throughout the storm. PennDOT and PTC crews are actively … Read More
Effective Friday, February 2nd, 2024, 6 a.m., weight restrictions will be imposed and enforced on all state trunkline highways for the entire state of Michigan, including the upper peninsula. State trunkline highways typically carry M, I, or US designations. Weight restriction information and updates may be obtained by calling 1-800-787-8960. … Read More
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) will end winter load increases in the SOUTH, SOUTHEAST and METRO frost zones Friday, February 2, 2024 at 12:01 AM. Seasonal load limit zones and restricted routes can be found on the MnDOT load limits map. Start and end dates and other load limit information … Read More
WisDOT announced: The Frozen Road Period begins in Zones 3 and 4 on Thursday, January 25, 2024, at 12:01 AM CST. The Frozen Road Period will begin in Zone 5 when conditions warrant. The Frozen Road Period was already in effect in Zones 1 and 2. The frozen road law … Read More
Winter weather and extreme temperatures in some areas have affect some stores’ DEF (diesel exhaust fluid) supply. Of the Pilot, Flying J and Mr. Fuel locations with supply issues, DEF is the one product mostly affected, and diesel supplies seem to be good. The below stores are being stocked with bottles … Read More
Our partners at ATBS put together a list of things truckers can do before the end of the year to help them minimize their tax bill for 2023. Even if you weren’t an owner-operator for all of 2023, these things can still apply. Buy Assets – ONLY if You Need … Read More
Updated December 2023 Winter is right around the corner, which means higher elevation areas are already getting snow. So it’s an important time for truck drivers to familiarize themselves with the chain laws in the states they normally run. Alabama The use of tire chains shall be permitted upon any … Read More
It’s that time of year again. The midwest, northeast, mountain areas in the west and more are already experiencing winter weather, including snow, sleet and hail which make driving conditions challenging, especially for truck drivers. Medallion Transport & Logistics put together some tips to help keep truck drivers and owner-operators … Read More
