Sept. 10 - HOS: Relief or a safety net?

FMCSA declares emergency in 6 states as Ida shutters freight networks; Fleets face ELD challenges in dealing with the HOS final rule; 16 lingering questions fleets have about the FMCSA's final HOS rule; What people are saying about FMCSA's idea to pause the 14-hour driving window View online | Signup | Forward

Daily Dive Sept.​ 10,​ 2021 | Today's news and insights for transport leaders   BROUGHT TO YOU BY — Transport Dive's studioID The Smart Way to Improve Fleet Operations Discover how fleet telematics help control operating costs, enhance safety and improve the level of service you can provide in this new playbook.   Note from the editor Sept. 11 marks a day for reflection. This year feels weightier. Two decades have gone by. I was just a kid then, so I've been learning more about the response and relief efforts as an adult. And as this anniversary nears, I wonder what it was like for the trucking industry. I imagine the FMCSA waived some HOS restrictions — a move I've become familiar with during the pandemic and in the aftermath of severe weather. The agency recently extended its coronavirus-related emergency declaration through November, but it also asked permission to collect data and find out if fleets are using the added HOS flexibility. The American Trucking Associations told us in March that fleets, in general, are using it more as a safety net. Today's newsletter explores HOS, inside and outside of urgent response. I want to know what you think: Is HOS relief a helpful lever for the FMCSA to pull in the wake of emergencies? Email me your thoughts. Take care, S.L. Fuller Editor, Transport Dive Twitter | Email 12 months of HOS exemptions give trucking firms a safety net The FMCSA's coronavirus emergency declaration allowed fleets to save hours on essential deliveries. FMCSA declares emergency in 6 states as Ida shutters freight networks The already limited supply of available trucks were redirected to haul supplies or provide other relief services. Fleets face ELD challenges in dealing with the HOS final rule Now that the HOS final rule is in effect, fleets must make sure their vendors and drivers are up to date on the latest regulations. 16 lingering questions fleets have about the FMCSA's final HOS rule Do roadside inspections count for the 30-minute break? Do truck stop closures qualify as adverse driving conditions? FMCSA officials answer these questions and more.  What people are saying about FMCSA's idea to pause the 14-hour driving window The agency has received public comments ranging from support to opposition, including conflicting opinions about driver fatigue. FMCSA to gather data for sleeper-berth pilot The agency's new HOS initiative would have hundreds of drivers test a 6/4 split and a 5/5 split. Read more news From Our Library Playbook 9 Ways to Improve Digital Freight Brokerage Services Redwood Logistics Playbook How Fleet Intelligence Enhances Government Fleet Operations CalAmp View all resources What We're Reading Heavy Duty Trucking U.S. Xpress Boosts Diversity & Inclusion Efforts Automotive News Trucking company Plus adds intriguing sensor to self-driving system The Wall Street Journal Push to Let Teens Drive Trucks Interstate Divides the Industry FreightWaves Canada Cartage acquires cross-border carrier Rapid Delivery The New York Times Biden's Infrastructure Plan: Scarcity of Skilled Workers Poses Challenge Suggest a story we should read Upcoming Event Beyond Security: Using Video Footage to Improve Your Operations Oct. 5, 2021 - Oct. 5, 2021 | Webinar 2pm ET Dive Into a Topic Technology Regulatory Workforce Safety Operations Equipment Infrastructure Share Transport Dive: Daily Dive with others and get rewarded. You've referred 0 readers. To become an official Dive Insider, just successfully refer 10 contacts to Transport Dive: Daily Dive. Here's your link to share: https://www.transportdive.com/signup/insiders/?signup_referred_by=5f93078d7aa51972095c9316

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