Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) and Training Provider Registry
Learn about the requirements for Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) and the Training Provider Registry (TPR). Find out how to search for an official training provider.
12/03/2024Guides
How to Use the Online Tool for Complying with Truck Drivers’ Hours of Service (ETHOS)
Learn how to use the ETHOS online tool to ensure compliance with truck drivers' Hours of Service (HOS) regulations. Simple instructions, examples, and key HOS rules for drivers.
12/02/2024Guides
What You Need to Know About Air Brakes
Air brakes are a system that uses compressed air to activate the brakes on a vehicle's wheels. Learn how a compressor generates pressures up to 8–10 atmospheres, why compressed air is stored in reservoirs, and how pneumatics interacts with hydraulics to ensure safe braking. A simple explanation of a complex technology.
12/02/2024Info Center
How to Verify a Driving School or Traffic Violator School License in California
Learn How to Verify a Licensed Driving School or Traffic Violator School in California. A helpful guide to checking license status and selecting trusted schools.
12/01/2024Guides
What is Title 49?
Title 49 – Transportation – is a part of the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) that regulates the transportation industry. This document covers safety standards, transportation management, and rules for various agencies, including the U.S. Department of Transportation, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, and others. Title 49 is mandatory for commercial carriers, vehicle manufacturers, and other professionals, and it can also be useful for regular drivers.
12/01/2024Info Center
Who is SAP (Substance Abuse Professional)
Who is a SAP (Substance Abuse Professional)? Learn who SAP specialists are, where they work, what tasks they perform, how they conduct employee meetings, and what it takes to obtain this qualification. SAP plays a critical role in ensuring safety and compliance with DOT standards.
11/30/2024Info Center
Safety Rules for Driving a Truck at Night
Learn the essential safety rules for driving a truck at night. Tips on reducing risks: how to prepare, manage fatigue, and avoid dangerous situations. Stay safe and protect others on the road during nighttime driving!
11/30/2024Guides
New DACH Requirements in California Starting November 2024
Starting November 18, 2024, the California DMV will begin enforcing federal DACH requirements — the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse, a database of drug and alcohol-related violations. Drivers with a "prohibited" status will lose their CDL/CLP commercial privileges until completing the return-to-duty process. Learn how to restore your privileges and register in the system.
11/30/2024News
Driver’s License Classes in California
Driver’s License Classes in California: a comprehensive overview of license types (A, B, C, M1, M2), their subcategories, features, restrictions, and rules for operating vehicles.
11/29/2024Info Center
Medical Examination for Truck Drivers in California
Learn who is required to undergo a medical examination to obtain a CDL in California, what documents are needed, who pays for the examination, and what to do if you fail. A comprehensive guide for truck drivers.
11/25/2024Guides
