A Handy Guide to State-By-State APU Regulations

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Auxiliary power units (APU) are one of the best weapons truck drivers can have against wasting fuel.

They make it possible to power a truck’s heating, air conditioning and other comfort systems without the need to keep the engine idling during rest stops. While they are very beneficial by not wasting fuel, the additional weight can cause problems. With an APU weighing several hundred pounds, they can push a truck hauling its maximum weight limit over the line into non-compliance, depending on where truckers are driving.

When former President Obama signed the 2012 MAP-21 bill into legislation, many states began to rethink their policies regarding trailer weight limits. While some states have specific laws outlining their exact tolerance policies, others do not. Because of this, it can be difficult to keep each state’s policies straight.

The following table displays state-by-state APU Weight Exemptions.

APU Exemption Guide

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Owner-Operators still seek ELD information from FMCSA

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The federal regulator for the trucking industry says he’s working to better hear owner-operator’s ELD concerns. However, some attendees at the Mid-America Trucking Show remain frustrated and seek ELD info.

Ray Martinez, administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, spoke at the Mid-American Trucking Show a day after Overdrive published an exclusive interview with him.

In the interview, Martinez noted his commitment toward establishing a better listening strategy for owner-operator’s concerns.

In addition, he acknowledged important ELD issues. These included the search for available parking eating into drive time and the effect of autonomous trucks on future driver jobs. However, these issues have yet to be addressed but remain active concerns.

Also, Martinez claimed in the Overdrive interview that an open-door policy exists at the FMCSA. However, members of the audience at FMCSA’s presentation at the Mid-America Trucking Show did not agree. Some attendees walked out during a presentation on lesser known aspects of ELD compliance. These include the adverse-conditions extension, personal conveyance matters, and a 16-hour maximum duty day for every five 14-hour days for haulers returning to their home terminal.

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Job of the Day – Creech Logistics Inc.

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The Drive My Way job of the day comes from Creech Logistics Inc. A family owned and operated business located in Troy, Mo, Creech prides themselves on having the best equipment as well as the best employees in the industry.

Creech Logistics has openings right now for CDL A OTR Drivers operating mainly in the Midwest, South, and East. This position is 100% No touch dry and refrigerated freight with home time of every other weekend or more depending on home location. This position also boasts great health benefits, life insurance, and pay – Check it out!

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Job of the Day – Environmental Transport Group

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The Drive My Way job of the day comes from Environmental Transport Group Inc. In Business for more than 30 years, ETGI is equipped with everything needed to transport  waste products. This includes vacuum tank trailers, standard tank trailers, roll-off containers, dump trailers and box van trailers.

Environmental Transport Group has openings right now for CDL A Regional Hazmat Drivers out of their Flanders, NJ location. This position has a $5,000 sign-on bonus, a fantastic benefits package, and $0.60/mile plus extra pay for stops, breakdown, wait time, and much more. Also, this position gets you home most weekends!

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Millennial Women Can Fill Empty Driver Jobs

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The growing shortage of empty driver jobs impact everything from rate hikes to product prices. In other words, fewer drivers means it costs more to transport goods, resulting in a pricing increase for manufacturers that gets passed on to consumers.

Solutions and suggestions for how to fill empty driver jobs range from pay increases to more shared routes between drivers. Also, individuals talk about how exactly to draw millennials to the field. This would replace the retiring baby boomers and those uninterested in coping with recent ELD changes.

Writer and millennial Nicole Spector, took a ride as part of her assignment with an experienced UPS driver, Becky Ascencio. The pair shared a 12-hour shift, traveling from Sylmar to Fresno, Ca.

Ultimately, Spector won’t joining the 7% of women driving big rigs. However, she understood what the job requires. In addition, she also understood exactly how much work is involved. Lastly, Spector learned what it means to love your job.

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Driver’s Quick Response Saves the Day

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A truck driver’s quick thinking recently prevented a collision with a school bus. The near-accident occurred in Topeka, Kan., when the school bus entered the path of an oncoming truck driven by Delbert Henson.

Fortunately for the 22 children and school bus driver, Henson recognized the likelihood of a crash, leading him to hit the brakes hard to swerve. His rig subsequently overturned in a ditch, resulting in minor injuries. No students were injured.

Parents are hailing Henson as a hero, reaching out to thank him. “[The students] had some angels watching over them,” said Melissa Bowles, mother of Jaxon, a boy riding the bus that day.

 

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Job of the Day – MILG Transport LLC

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The Drive My Way job of the day comes from MILG Transport. MILG began in Waynesboro, Virginia, in 2008. Today MILG operates a multiple fleet of tractors serving the East Coast, Indiana, Illinois, Missouri and Ohio. MILG provides either Dry Van Loads or Refrigerated Loads services to their growing customer base.

MILG Transport has openings right now for CDL A OTR/Regional Solo and Team Drivers. OTR Drivers drive in up to 48 states and Regional Drivers drive in up to 26 states primarily on the east coast, including the mid west.  Also, these positions are 99% no touch loads, offer full benefits, and a $2,500 sign-on bonus.

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Job of the Day – Modern Disposal Services Inc.

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The Drive My Way job of the day comes from Modern Disposal Services Inc.

Modern is committed to the most innovative and responsible methods of materials management and recycling. They further their commitment by providing exceptional customer service & giving back to the communities they serve.

Working for Modern is more than a job, it’s a way of life. We are always looking for energetic, friendly, dynamic people who want to be part of our work family. Modern’s steady growth continues to provide significant career opportunities for our employees, while opening the door for those motivated individuals who would like to bring their talent to our team.

Also, people with a drive for success have made Modern the region’s most respected waste management company.  Our team exemplifies “the Modern Way” best defined as a passion for innovation, a strong sense of corporate values, dedication to the community, and a commitment to exceeding our customer’s expectations.

Modern Disposal Services has openings right now for CDL A Roll Off Drivers based out of their Model City, NY location. This local position offers great pay, full benefits and numerous bonus opportunities!

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Job of the Day – PGT Trucking

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The Drive My Way job of the day comes from PGT Trucking.

PGT Trucking is a state-of-the art flatbed transportation company headquartered in Hopewell, PA. As an industry leader in flatbed transportation, PGT Trucking Inc. services many industries including Steel, Building Materials, Machinery, Oil & Gas, Raw Materials, Aluminum and Automotive.

PGT has openings right now for CDL A Flatbed Company Drivers based out of their Aliquippa location with multiple terminals in the Midwest and South/South Central regions.

This position offers a top pay percentage and flexible home time options to fit your needs. For example, most drivers return home weekly.

In addition, they offer a 401K with company match and much more.

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Job of the Day – DPI Specialty Foods

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The Drive My Way job of the day comes from DPI Specialty Foods.

As a wholesale food distributor, DPI delivers room temperature, frozen and refrigerated foods to the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. DPI is the logistics partner of choice. In addition, They provide flexible solutions for customers with multiple delivery options.

Also, with a national footprint, DPI has a robust and flexible distribution network. This provides all of the necessary options for today’s dynamic and competitive marketplace.

Currently, DPI Specialty Foods seeks CDL A Local Delivery Drivers out of their Indianapolis, IN location.

This position offers a great family medical package in addition to over $23/hr. In addition, DPI offers OT, paid holiday and time off, and a home daily schedule!

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