f you’re not using BigRoad Freight yet, what are you waiting for? BigRoad Freight is an in-app load-matching platform built within the BigRoad Mobile App. It enables drivers and fleets to book the loads that they want and get paid faster, all while tracking their hours-of-service (HOS) availability.
Truck driving is one of the most accident-prone professions in the U.S. Furthermore, in winter, the risks and dangers intensify, as snow, ice, and freezing temperatures reduce tire traction and visibility on the road. Even the most experienced truck drivers can struggle with icy roads. Unfortunately, winter is unavoidable. This is why it is vital to implement preventative safety measures to stay safe in snowy conditions. Below are nine ways you can prepare for winter as a truck driver and winterize your equipment to minimize weather risks.Read More »9 Ways to Winterize Your Trucking Fleet
‘Tis the season of bad weather and adverse driving conditions that can affect your Hours of Service. Here is what to expect and what to do in your BigRoad app when you encounter such weather.
‘Tis the season of bad weather and adverse driving conditions that can affect your Hours of Service. Here is what to expect and what to do in your BigRoad app when you encounter such weather.
Backhaul is a very commonly used term in the trucking industry. Truckers are able to make more money with these types of loads. Leveraging backhaul helps optimize their cargo-carrying opportunities to reduce unladen miles in order improve bottom line when running a trucking business.
By now, you may have heard that ZED ELD has shut down its ELD offering. As of November 09, 2018, the company said in a statement on its website, that it would no longer service or provide support for their ELD devices.
Take a listen to this exclusive interview on Red Eye at the ATA Exhibition to learn more about the new BigRoad Freight load-matching platform and how it works together with your ELD.
Your experience with the BigRoad app is important to us, whether you’re on the road or undergoing an inspection. With the 24.2 app release, we have added an option to enable an Inspection Screen PIN lockout to disable incoming messages during an inspection.
We have also updated our Password Policy to increase security measures. To access our newest features, ensure you have the most updated version of your BigRoad Mobile App!
As we continue to improve our mobile application for the best possible hours-of-service logging, we’ve added some new features: Alberta hours-of-service (HOS) rule set, Canadian Federal Oilfield exemption, and assigning ‘unidentified driving’. Make sure to update your BigRoad Mobile App to see these add-ons!
