Author Archives: Sarah O'Neill
About Sarah O'Neill
XRS Google ProfileXUE Fleet Optimization Conference Giveaway – Samsung Tablet, Anyone?
May 22, 2013
We go to a lot of mobile technology and trucking conferences. Suffice it to say, if there’s one thing we have in abundance, it’s sponsor-branded swag. T-shirts, water bottles, tote bags—they come in handy and we’re always thankful for the … Continue reading
CVSA Roadcheck 2013 – Are Your Truckers Set for a Roadside Inspection?
May 21, 2013
It’s nearly that time of year again. Yep, CVSA Roadcheck 2013 is almost upon us. Are you ready? 10,000 inspectors across North America will be aggressively checking out vehicles and drivers June 4-6. If that has you on edge, remember—this … Continue reading
National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners Search Tool is Here
May 7, 2013
Last November, we talked about the FMCSA’s efforts to standardize truck driver qualification exams. Now, that initiative has culminated in the development of a National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (MEs). Yes, the Search for a Medical Examiner tool is … Continue reading
Truck Driver Retention Direction – 5 Keys To A Happier Trucker
April 29, 2013
Are you paying attention to truck driver retention? Because you should be. At our very first Driver Xperience Board meeting—an event that was open to all drivers attending the Mid-America Trucking Show—we were saddened to learn that very few professional … Continue reading
Tapping LinkedIn for Trucking Business Success – A How To
April 11, 2013
Sure, pre-teens spread Bieber Fever across the social media space like, well, a highly infectious disease, but these aren’t youth-only platforms. Increasingly, trucking companies are recognizing the importance of social media channels like LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube, and they’re … Continue reading
Vicarious Liability in Trucking Changes The Way Shippers Do Business
December 20, 2012
There was a time when liability for CMV-related accidents was limited to the driver and carrier. Shippers, third party logistics companies (3PLCs) and brokers were insulated. No longer. Vicarious liability in trucking is now opening the door to big claims … Continue reading
Reduce Fleet Fuel Costs with These Win-Win Solutions
November 21, 2012
Fuel costs are down slightly since last year…but only slightly…and carriers are hardly celebrating. That means drivers and fleet managers are on the hunt for strategies that will help them reduce fleet fuel costs. Like you, they know every gallon … Continue reading
Do IFTA Fuel Tax Reports Make You Grin or Groan?
November 9, 2012
A few months ago, I was chatting with an XRS customer. When I asked him what he thought of Turnpike’s IFTA fuel tax reports software, he said, “Sarah, what makes you smile? When you see a really nice sunset?” (If … Continue reading
