Let’s talk tires…

Tires were the No. 2 cause of OOS violations during 2020 CVSA blitz.Do you know how to be prepared?Proper pressure not only helps avoid potential violations it also;– Increases tire life…– Reduces fuel consumption…– Improves retread-ability… Thumping a tire with a mallet or club is and always has been useless. Inflation levels should be checked using only…

Vehicle Maintenance 101

Maintain your truck PROACTIVELY & REGULARLY! Extends the lifetime of the vehicle, Lowers the chance of emergency repairs,Lowers the chance of being involved in an accidentLowers the chance of getting a violation or bad roadside inspection! A ‘warning’ is not just a ‘warning’. Any violation = negative points toward both Driver & Motor Carrier. EVERY POINT…

CVSA’s Operation Safe Driver Week

CVSA’s Operation Safe Driver Program was created to help to reduce the number of crashes involving commercial motor vehicles and passenger vehicles due to unsafe driving behaviors.  This year’s Operation Safe Driver Week will take place July 11-17 with an emphasis on speeding. CVSA selected speeding as its focus this year because despite a drop in roadway travel last year due…

UP Railroad Changes

Beginning May 12th, drivers will be rejected at the UP railroad gate and must go to the help window if you do not consent. How to Register Driver’s Consent at UP Rail Road: Drivers can go directly to the Driver Consent link on the UP’s external site. https://www.up.com/customers/premium/driver-links/index.htm Click on Driver Consent Link. Enter CDL…