United States Diesel Market Outlook

by DOTReady | Nov 3, 2023 | Industry Trends

As of November 3, 2023, diesel fuel averages $4.45 per gallon, down from $5.17 in September 2022 but higher than the 2019 average of $3.06. Impact on Transportation Costs and Broker Fees High diesel costs are increasing transportation expenses.Motor carriers pass...

Factors to Consider When Selecting an FMCSA Service Provider

by DOTReady | Dec 5, 2022 | Guidance

When was the last time your company did a full audit of your safety and compliance systems? If the answer is any longer than a quarter ago, then you will want to read this – Tips on how to choose the right FMCSA Service Provider. The speed at which regulations...

Data Integration: The Key to Trucking Company Success

by DOTReady | Oct 16, 2022 | Modernization

The possibilities of today’s modern data processing technology are nearly endless—until it isn’t. Currently, technology is being used to track vehicle health, driver behaviors, collisions, routing, dwell time, fuel costs, temperature sensors, asset locations, and so...

COVID-19 Hours of Service Extension

by DOTReady | Sep 19, 2022 | FMCSA Resources, Regulations, Regulatory Updates

According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) latest notification, it plans to continue the national emergency warrants extension that is exempted from certain requirements in 49 CFR Part 395 (maximum driving time) of the Federal Motor Carrier...

State of the Diesel Energy Markets & Contributing Factors

by DOTReady | Sep 12, 2022 | Industry Trends

Diesel typically represents the largest single category of spending for transportation businesses. As a transportation fuel, diesel provides various benefits: better efficiency, performance, and safety. While maintenance and repair are necessary costs, an increase in...