Fleet Compliance Nightmare? 10 Mistakes You’re Making with FMCSA’s New SMS System
Why the FMCSA New SMS System Changed the GameThe FMCSA new SMS system emphasizes recent performance, simplified violation categories, and binary severity weights, so small errors now move scores faster. Carriers that still use old assumptions risk surprise interventions, warning letters, and lost shipper confidence.Q: What’s the biggest shift carriers overlook?A: The 12‑month recency emphasis; […]
5 Common DOT Violations Truckers Should Watch Out For
Why these five violations matter Even veteran drivers can get tripped up by fast-changing rules, tight delivery windows, and the realities of life on the road. A single violation can trigger fines, downtime, higher insurance, and hits to safety scores that follow a carrier for months. The good news: most citations are preventable with clear […]