NEWS

Its finally starting to look like spring ! Of course that means more 4 wheelers on the road so be careful out there. Continue to be aware that some of those inattentive drivers are a danger to us, as well as themselves.

Warm weather means more scrutiny of equipment. If everyone continues to maintain your equipment you should not have any issues! Operate safely and legally…and maintain your equipment!

Fuel remains steady and high, but freight is moving well and steady.
Be safe out there, and watch out for those who aren’t professional!

Hi everyone! Its been a busy few months, Freight has continued to buck the trend on most areas in volume and price. Fuel is staying below the $4 mark and if it goes lower the year will end on a good note!
The FMCSA recently changed the bond requirement from the $10000 to the $75000 amount. While this is a blessing for us carriers, its tough on the brokerages. We are finding many brokers haven’t fulfilled this requirement, and many haven’t indicated when they will.
Everyone be safe out there, watch out for the other ones that aren’t professional. Those people texting, talking on the phone or other distracting behavior.

Freight across the US has been increasing as are the rates paid. This is a good indicator of the economy. Driver and owner operator shortages still appear to be an issue, but freight is moving well.

The recent DOT safety blitz is well under way, this is good for safety, but it makes you wonder why they need a blitz?
Horror stories abound, but I do know about a truck who was written up for general form and manner on his logs because a 5 looked like a 3….And that number had no impact on his hours of service or driving time…But alas, thats the way it goes. Safe driver, safe equipment, operating legally gets this on his CSA for 24 months.

Once again, lets all be safe out there, watch out for the unsafe drivers!!!

I think the last snow of ther year is done! Its been an up and down spring. Freight is plentiful and fuel is slowly dropping. Good for trucking and brokerages right now.

Spring is also when DOT really steps up its enforcement efforts. Companies like U.S. Freight have a diligent maintenance program to stay ahead of any issues. We also make sure our drivers are operating in a safe and courteous manner. Shipping freight safely and on time is what U.S. Freight strives for.
Everyone stay safe out there. The nicer weather increases the traffic and the 4 wheel drivers are not professionals. Keep an eye out for any of those drivers!

A recent ATA report released shows what ive been saying. 80 percent of accidents involving semi trucks are the fault of the car drivers. No matter how professional and safe we are out there, we have to watch out for those persons who are driving distracted or engaging in other activities that are unsafe while driving. Accident reports should reflect this immediately and show who is at fault so the shade of guilty until proven innocent is not cast.

Fuel has continued to rise. No real explanation has been given except an attacked refinery in Africa. Speculators have to run oil up on any news they can find. Freight is busy, but fuel costs pinching margins.

Be safe out there! Watch out for the other cars, you never know what they are going to do.