Understanding Odometer Discrepancies in Vehicle Reporting
This article examines the factors contributing to odometer inaccuracies in modern vehicles, highlighting implications for tax compliance through telematics technology.
CyntrX explains new US split sleeper berth rules for truck fleets
CyntrX explains how the US 3/7 split sleeper berth provision changes use of the 14-hour driving window, and offers guidance on recording split periods and available time in electronic logging platforms.
CVSA reports speeding as top violation during Operation Safe Driver Week
CVSA data from Operation Safe Driver Week found speeding accounted for about half of warnings and citations issued across the United States, Mexico and Canada.
CVSA reschedules International Roadcheck for September 2020
CVSA rescheduled its three-day International Roadcheck inspection and enforcement initiative for September 2020, covering driver compliance and vehicle conditions across designated locations in North America.
ADAS and telematics adoption discussed at US trucking safety summit
A US trucking safety summit highlighted rising adoption of automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning and forward-facing camera systems in heavy trucks. JB Hunt said more than 84% of its fleet uses camera and lane-warning systems, while AEB covers 40–50% of new vehicle sales.
FMCSA final rule gives US drivers greater flexibility on hours-of-service rules
FMCSA revisions taking effect on 29 September 2020 expand the short-haul exception, extend driving time in adverse conditions, change break requirements and allow new split-sleeper berth options for commercial drivers.
FMCSA extends US commercial-driver licence and medical-card waivers
FMCSA temporarily extends commercial driver and learner-permit validity, waives certain medical-certification requirements and relaxes related renewal rules in response to COVID-19 disruptions. States are also considering measures to ease International Registration Plan renewal burdens.
Implications of the 3G Network Sunset for Fleets
The gradual sunsetting of the 3G network necessitates fleet upgrades to LTE devices to maintain operational efficiency and data visibility.
US FMCSA waives HOS rules for some coronavirus-relief hauliers
The US Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has temporarily waived hours-of-service rules for qualifying motor carriers and drivers supporting coronavirus-relief efforts, subject to restrictions on eligible shipments.
Radius Payment Solutions Acquires CyntrX
Radius Payment Solutions has acquired CyntrX, expanding its telematics portfolio and services for fleet management, enhancing capabilities across North America and globally.
CyntrX Receives Supplier of the Year Award from Idealease
CyntrX has been named Supplier of the Year by Idealease, recognising its support and contributions to fleet monitoring and business intelligence improvements.
Defining Personal Use and Yard Moves in ELD Compliance
The FMCSA allows carriers to define personal use and yard moves for ELD compliance, aiming for flexibility while ensuring adherence to HOS regulations.
