U.S. DOT Advances Deployment Of Connected Vehicle Technology To Prevent Hundreds Of Thousands Of Crashes - Department of Transportation

U.S. DOT Advances Deployment Of Connected Vehicle Technology To Prevent Hundreds Of Thousands Of Crashes - Department of Transportation: WASHINGTON—Citing an enormous potential to reduce crashes on U.S. roadways, the U.S. Department of Transportation issued a proposed rule today that would advance the deployment of connected vehicle technologies throughout the U.S. light vehicle fleet. The Notice of Proposed Rulemaking would enable vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication technology on all new light-duty vehicles, enabling a multitude of new crash-avoidance applications that, once fully deployed, could prevent hundreds of thousands of crashes every year by helping vehicles “talk” to each other.

Single Point Group Joins the Transportation Marketing and Sales Association

Single Point has experienced exponential growth throughout the Gulf Coast Region this year and is looking forward to their new alliance with the TMSA in 2017.  

Single Point Group continues to expand and grow its operations into 2017 focusing on superior customer service while offering competitive rates.  Along with invoice factoring and a robust third-party logistics platform, they now provide a multitude of services ranging from freight brokerage, back office support, fuel and tire discount programs, insurance and fleet financing, safety and compliance consultations and much more.

For nearly a century, the Transportation Marketing and Sales Association has been helping its members and their companies make sales marketing and communications strategies more effective, productive, and profitable.... Read more here...

Coming soon.... Single Point will announce their participation within the various TMSA Committees. 

Tasty Treats for Truckers

Do you like to eat?  Me too, but staying healthy while spending long hours in your rig can be difficult.  Make a New Year's Resolution to get healthy without completely abandoning your favorite foods!

Keep on Trucking!

Check out what the Travel Channel has to say about their favorite truck stop snacks.

Get Motivated on Monday

Do you love to travel?  Have a passion for driving?  Belong on the open road?

Get a Life!  Choose a career that you love and you'll never work a day in your life.  Work life balance in the transportation industry.

Get Healthy!  Your health is your wealth.  Take care of yourself and you will prosper.

Get Loaded!  The value of hard work is by working hard.

Single Point Carrier Services Joins The Economic Alliance, Houston Port Region

In November of 2016, Single Point joined multiple task forces within the Economic Alliance Port Region, such as: Economic Development, Transportation, Business Growth and Workforce Development.  Single Point is looking forward to participating in the Gulf Coast Industry Forum and the Annual Banquet Committee.

The Economic Alliance Port Region is a non-profit organization created in 1985.  Their mission is to grow and market a vibrant regional economy by means of economic development, public policy, workforce development, and quality of life initiatives.  The Economic Alliance successfully supports projects that facilitate business activities leading to the creation of thousands of jobs and over $5.9 billion of capital investments in the region since the organization was founded.

Single Point Carrier Services is a Houston based company that provides factoring and third party logistics.  For more information on the Economic Alliance Port Region, please visit their website:

www.allianceportregion.com

Tips for Safe Truck Driving in Winter Weather

Winter is upon us and many regions of the United States have already experienced snow fall, sleet, and other wintry weather.  A trucker knows it’s best to always be prepared for these challenging driving conditions by using good judgment and skilled experience to safely navigate their way over the road. For novice drivers, who have not encountered these driving conditions yet, there are a few simple tips to keep in mind during the winter season:

• Keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you.  This should be approximately 1/4 of a mile.
• Slow down!  Drop below the speed limit when the roads are covered in ice.  You will lessen your risk of a major accident and other drivers that are sharing the road will appreciate the gesture.
• Get an early start!  Check your fluids and make sure that your fuel is topped off.
• Have your breaks checked to be sure that they are functioning and do not need to be replaced.
• Do a circle check to ensure that mirrors are adjusted, windows are clear, and the trailer lights are clean and free of snow and debris.
• Stay informed on the latest safety and compliance guidelines.
• Get plenty of rest so that you are home for the holidays without any incidents!

Trucking Through The Holidays

As the holidays approach, we are busy making plans, decorating our homes and buying gifts for our families and friends. Many of us have time off throughout the holiday season, but most truck drivers will be on the road making sure that we have all of the things on our Christmas lists.

Truck drivers often return from a delivery with an empty trailer.  "I love dead heading", said no truck driver ever!  Let's make finding loads easy for our drivers and owner-operators.  Drivers are often confronted with many obstacles that they must address in order for them to bring home enough bacon, or let's say turkey to feed the entire family.  It can be extremely beneficial for them to find a 3PL to address their needs, so that they can spend less time worrying about fuel prices, tire replacecments, full loads, safety and compliance issues, and insurance coverage.  Most importantly, GETTING PAID QUICKLY.

Please remember to be respectful and courteous to truck drivers while you travel across the country alongside of them during the holidays.  They are trying to get to their families safely while delivering the goods needed for everyday life. Think of a truck driver as the Santa Clause of the highway and teach your children to respect them as well!

FUN FACTS, TIPS, AND INTERESTING NEWS FOR TRUCK DRIVERS

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Why You Need the Advice of a Safety and Compliance Expert

In the trucking and transportation industry, the regulatory environment continues to become more complex on a daily basis.  Be sure that your company is up-to-date with all regulatory specifications and this will result in fewer inspections, greater driver retention and reduced insurance costs due to an improved safety rating.

With an experienced and knowledgeable Safety and Compliance Agent, you can focus on the effectiveness and profitability of your core business.  Be certain that your Safety and Compliance Consultant has advised on the following:

• Full DOT Compliance Set Up

• Monthly Log Auditing with Mileage Accounting for Fuel Taxes

• Quarterly Fuel Tax Reporting

• Monitoring of CSA Inspection Data

• 2017 Mandate Rules and Regulations

Would you like a FREE half hour consultation with one of our experienced DOT consultants? 

                                

Thank You Veterans

A Brief History of Veterans Day

Veterans Day, formerly known as Armistice Day, originated in 1918 as a U.S. legal holiday to honor the end of World War I.  In 1938, the legislation declared the November 11^th holiday to be “dedicated to the cause of world peace and to be hereafter celebrated and as ‘Armistice Day’ to honor World War I veterans”.  After several U.S. Bill amendments, President Gerald R. Ford signed the final law on September 20, 1975 proclaiming that Veterans Day would be an official observed holiday beginning November 11, 1978.

Single Point Logistics would like to recognize and salute all of our Veterans in the trucking and transportation industry on this important day.  We appreciate the time and sacrifice you gave to our great country.

                                                              

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Invoice Factoring for the Holidays

Is anyone every really ready for the holidays?  Are you hungry for cash?  In the small to mid-sized trucking industry, credit is hard to come by due to the qualifying requirements of traditional banks. Owner-Operators and small trucking fleets are looking for other methods to put money in their pockets, keep their wheels turning and their gas tanks full.

Invoice Factoring is a common way to get paid quickly with less than perfect credit.  Assigning your unpaid freight bills to a reputable company enables you to get paid quickly on completion of a run.

Traditionally you should expect the following:

•  An initial credit check to help ensure you are paid for services provided
•  Performance of contractual obligations to your customer
•  Provide us your paperwork for funding
•  Payment made to you within 24 hours!
•  We handle the rest!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and Christmas creeping up, who doesn't need to get paid now? To learn more contact us today or simply give us a call at 800.771.5633.  www.singlepointcap.com