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    Fleets Explained

    Fleets Explained: Emissions regulations

    Jeremy Wolfe
    Sept. 13, 2024
    Emissions regulations are one of the most impactful forces in the heavy-duty vehicle market. Here's how EPA and CARB rules shaped trucking for over 50 years—and continue to do...
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    Michigan highways are dotted with competing marijuana dispensary billboard advertisements.
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    Cannabis competition creates carrier conundrum

    Josh Fisher
    Sept. 13, 2024
    Marijuana legalization is spreading across the U.S., creating more speed bumps for fleets seeking new drivers. As more states legalize recreational use, some fleets are struggling...
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    Safety

    Marijuana testing bottlenecks commercial driver availability

    Jeremy Wolfe
    Sept. 13, 2024
    The rise in positive marijuana tests among commercial drivers is impacting the industry, with nearly 70% of positive Clearinghouse drug tests detecting marijuana use. Growing ...
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    Safety

    Heller: Don’t let safety go up in smoke

    David Heller
    Sept. 12, 2024
    As legalization grows, marijuana continues to be more prevalent in DOT tests.

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    As it relates to marijuana, drivers are still subject to Department of Transportation regulations and testing. This brings some confusion for drivers and retention challenges for carriers.
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    How to report cargo theft to law enforcement: Essential tips for ensuring effective communication

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    While the survey reports private fleets are experiencing growth, the average number of fleet power units has shrunk, and there has been an increase in driver turnover year over year.
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    Best Fleets to Drive For nominations now open: Recognizing companies supporting truck drivers
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