FMCSA Seeks Input on Automated Driving Systems in Vehicles
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration invites the public to a free listening session at the Hilton San Francisco Union Square, California, on July 12.…
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First Group Transportation Booking Platform for Motorcoach Industry Announced
SAN FRANCISO, Cal.—(Bus & Motorocoach News)—Pronto Transportation has recently announced the launch of a cloud-based reservation system, ProntoRes ™, the first in the bus and…
Exhibitor Education Sessions Planned for Expo Show Floor
ST. LOUIS – For the fifth year in a row, exhibitors at UMA Motorcoach Expo 2017 will offer educational sessions in the exhibit hall focusing…
FMCSA Issues Final Entry-Level Driver Training Rule
WASHINGTON — National training standards for entry-level commercial bus and truck drivers have been issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
Under the final…
‘Duck Boat’ Company Fined in Crash
WASHINGTON — The parent company of Seattle’ s Ride the Ducks tours has agreed to pay up to $1 million in penalties for safety violations…
Random Drug Testing of Drivers to Remain at 25 Percent
WASHINGTON — The random drug-testing rate for regulated motor carriers will remain at 25 percent of their drivers during 2017, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety…
Social Media Policies Crucial for Employees, Applicants
ASHBURN, Va. – Navigating social media use in the workplace can lead to many questions, sometimes without clear answers.
“Social media issues in the world…
Lease/Interchange Rule likely to be Less Burdensome
ASHBURN, Va. – After months of input from industry leaders, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is softening proposed changes to the bus lease/interchange rule.…
Operators must be Vigilant in Drug Testing Drivers
ASHBURN, Va. – When it comes to recognizing drug and alcohol abuse, employers have an advantage over law enforcement because they personally know their drivers.
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Like Chainsaws, Social Media can be Helpful or Dangerous
By Dave Millhouser
I bought Susan a chainsaw for Valentine’s Day. Ever the romantic, I chose the petite yellow model.
She LOVED it, and…