How Do Truck Driver Hours of Service Work?

How Commercial Truck Driver's Hours of Service Work According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, driver fatigue is estimated to be a factor in over 100,000 roadway accidents per year in the United States. Unfortunately, quite of few of those accidents involve the drivers of 18-wheelers. Within the commercial transportation industry, the fact that...

What Are Weight Restrictions for Commercial Vehicles?

Why The Government Regulates the Weight of Semi-trucks The weight of a tractor-trailer can cause hazards for other drivers in a variety of ways. We all understand that the faster you go, the longer it takes to stop. This is even more true when driving a vehicle that runs much longer and heavier than passenger...