Before you hit the road, a thorough pre-trip inspection can be the difference between a smooth haul and a roadside breakdown. From checking brakes and tires to verifying torque specs, these steps keep ...

Pre-trip inspections are one the first things listed in the Commercial Driver License manual, hammering home the importance of the process. However, with fleet managers outnumbered by tractors and ...

[Stay on top of transportation news: Get TTNews in your inbox.] Motor carriers are investing in training, technology and ongoing education to help ensure their drivers conduct thorough pre- and ...

The importance of pre-trip inspections requires drivers to be vigilant and catch potential issues before they become problems on the road. Engaging training methods such as competitions can reinforce ...

While safety is paramount in the trucking industry, an annual reminder of its importance is International Roadcheck. International Roadcheck is a commercial motor vehicle inspection and regulatory ...

This story appears in the March 2 print edition of Transport Topics. NASHVILLE, Tenn. — In her many years as a roadside inspection officer, Kerri Wirachowsky said she has seen her share of trucks ...

A bad inspection at the roadside can put an operator out of service in the blink of an eye. Among the many necessary preventives are an owner-op's close pre- and post-trip and other equipment ...