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Prepare to Work Smarter, Not Harder

Posted on 6/17/2016 by in Technology Industry News

As the transition to mandated Driver e-Logs draws closer for the U.S. Trucking Industry, attention has increasingly shifted to both required equipment and the time needed to get up and running to ensure reliable tracking when the compliance date hits.

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Help us Help you

Posted on 7/24/2015 by in Technology

The upcoming Electronic Logging Device Mandate requires most drivers to carry an Electronic Logging Device (ELD). Take this quick survey to help us learn how we can help you and for your chance to win a gift basket of merchandise valued at $200!

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Driver Shortage—Recruit & Retain Quality Drives With FTS Plus+

Posted on 7/9/2015 by Sommer Stein in Technology Industry News Office Solutions fuel hotels Legal wireless services

According to the American Trucking Association, our nation is experiencing a shortage of between 35,000 and 40,000 truck drivers. But don't fret. FTS Plus+ is here to help you leverage your company against the competition.

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The Electronic Logging Mandate—What you Need to Know

Posted on 7/9/2015 by in Technology

The Electronic Logging Device (ELD) Mandate is supposed to reach a final ruling on September 30, 2015. Continue reading to find out what you need to know and how you can prepare.

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The best deals in wireless for even less

Posted on 7/8/2015 by Mecca Howe in Technology wireless services sprint

Now through August 6, 2015, get Sprint's Family Share Pack for just $82 per month or the Unlimited Plan for only $54.60 per line per month.

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PeopleNet Updates E-Logging Software

Posted on 1/7/2015 by Mecca Howe in Technology Industry News

Our vendor partner PeopleNet has updated its eDriver Logs application to correlate with the latest suspension of the 34-hour restart regulation. Any violations recorded after Dec. 16, 2014 will automatically be recalculated from the displays when drivers log in.

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Niagara Falls Bridge Commission Added to BESPTASS Network

Posted on 8/4/2014 by Mecca Howe in Technology

BESTPASS has announced the addition of the Niagara Falls Bridge Commission (NFBC) managed bridges to its toll service, as it joins the E-ZPass group. This new addition will cover Rainbow, Whirlpool and the Lewiston-Queenston bridges under the BESTPASS transponder.

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Buy an iPhone 5c or 5s, get an iPad Mini for $49.99!

Posted on 7/28/2014 by Mecca Howe in Technology wireless services

Sprint is hosting a limited time promotion for corporate liable customers. Now through Sept. 18, 2014, business account customers who purchase an iPhone 5c or iPhone 5s can also purchase an iPad Mini (16GB) for only $49.99 with a two year agreement!

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Facebook Group Helps Owner Operators Gain Success

Posted on 6/12/2014 by Mecca Howe in Technology Industry News

Most drivers will face challenges when they make the transition from company driver to running on their own authority. FTS Plus+ Member and DAT user Chad Boblett faced many challenges, too, in his journey to becoming a successful owner-operator.

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