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Celebrating Veterans Day at Centerline Drivers

On Veteran's Day at Centerline Drivers, we are working for a common good and show our appreciation to the men and women who have served our country.

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3 things to look for in a compliance partner

Compliance is one of the most important aspects of managing a transportation workforce. A trusted partner should be able to ensure every driver they give you is within all compliance guidelines.

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The 6 Most Common Causes for Flat Tires

Long days on the road means the chances of experiencing truck trouble, such as flat tires, are high. And while no one enjoys getting a flat tire, it is important to know the common causes and some of the steps to possibly avoid flats.

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Tips for Navigating Seasonality in the Transportation Industry

As summer approaches, fleets can breathe a sigh of relief knowing less loads will have to be rerouted due to snow storms, icy road conditions and other winter hazards. But, […]

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Inattentional Blindness: What it is and how it impacts you

Inattentional blindness or perceptual blindness is as a psychological lack of attention that is not associated with any defects or deficits.

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Staying safe in unprecedented times: Q&A with Jim Ledbetter, Safety Manger

The last few months have been very trying for drivers, but no matter what safety is always a priority. We chatted with Centerline's safety manager, Jim Ledbetter, about how drivers can stay safe.

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Traveling safe in construction zones

For truck drivers, who encounter dangerous road situations as a regular part of their job, staying safe adds another layer. This is particularly true when it comes to navigating busy construction zone

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FMCSA Hours of Service changes: What you need to know

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has approved changes to the hours of service (HOS) regulations. These changes improve driver flexibility while still promoting safety.

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Top 10 hot weather prevention tips

The summer months are quickly approaching and based on your current location, you may already be experiencing the heat. However, just because snow storms and icy roads have diminished, doesn’t mean truck drivers will experience perfect road conditions.

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Preventing driver fatigue: Tips to stay awake and healthy on the road

Sleep deprivation and fatigue has always been a hurdle for truck drivers. But not being alert as a driver can create a variety of problems.

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Importance of proper hydration for truck drivers

Drinking enough water is critical to both your mental and physical health as a truck driver. Although it can be tempting to not drink a lot of water in order to eliminate stops, the consequences of that to your health can be detrimental.

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How to prevent pallet-related injuries

Pallet injuries are very common in industrial and warehouse settings as people often do not store them correctly or use them as stepping stools.