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Trucking
image showing truck and fleet safe following distance
01/16/25

Following Distance for Trucks & Fleets – Safety Tips from Matrack

Key Takeaways: Trucks should maintain a following distance of one second for every 10 feet of vehicle length when driving...
Andrew Brooks
Dash Cams
dashcam cost
01/15/25

How Much Does a Dash Cam Cost?

Key Takeaways Dash cam prices range from $20 to over $500, with features like video quality, GPS tracking, and multiple...
Andrew Brooks
Trucking
truck driver essentials
01/15/25

Truck Driver Essentials: 19 Must-Have Items For The Road – A Matrack Insight

Explore the ultimate guide to truck driver essentials, featuring 19 must-have items for safety, comfort, and efficiency, including Matrack’s smart...
Andrew Brooks
Guide
federal motor vehicle safety standard
01/15/25

What are the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS)?

Key Takeaways FMVSS are safety rules made by NHTSA to keep vehicles safe in the U.S. These rules focus on...
Andrew Brooks
Guide
image depicting a truck driver with csa score report
01/14/25

How to Check CSA Scores for Drivers?

Learn how to check CSA scores, understand their importance, and discover simple ways to improve safety and compliance for trucking...
Andrew Brooks
Guide
anti lock braking system
01/14/25

What is an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)?

Key Takeaways ABS stops the wheels from locking during hard braking so drivers can stay in control and avoid skidding....
Andrew Brooks
CDL
dot requirements and regulations
01/01/25

DOT Requirements And Regulations For CDL Truck Drivers

Key Takeaways DOT regulations ensure safety and compliance for CDL truck drivers by setting rules for licensing, driving hours, and...
Andrew Brooks
DOT Inspection
dot rules for hot shot trucking
12/31/24

DOT Essentials for Hot Shot Trucking

Key Takeaways: DOT regulations require weight limits, vehicle inspections, HOS compliance, and proper licensing for hot shot trucking. Non-CDL hot...
Andrew Brooks
Trucking
how many hours do truckers drive a day
12/31/24

How Many Miles Do Truckers Drive A Day On Average?

Key Takeaways Truck drivers drive 500-600 miles a day on average, depending on rules, road conditions, and type of freight....
Andrew Brooks
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