Nov 27, 2020 • Community

Trucker Path App Update Version 4.30: Get Help

Trucker Path App Update Version 4.30: Get Help

What’s up Trucker Path users!

We’ve just released the latest version 4.3.0 of Trucker Path in both Google Play Store and Apple App Store. Ever since the moment the app hit the ground running, we’ve identified some recurring themes for the feedback that we’ve been receiving. Therefore, we reviewed those common themes and came up with the “Get Help” section to better help you guys find the assistance you need.

You can now browse our newly installed FAQs for self-service, and the previous Call Support and Talk To Support sections are integrated into the Get Help as “Call Us” and “Feedback”.

In each feedback section, you can submit your feedback by different issue types – “account issue”, “technical issue” and “product suggestion”. You’ll have the option to leave your email, describe your issue in details and upload pictures or screenshots to illustrate the issue.

We hope this new update can bring you better customer service as well as helping you navigate to the resource you need at ease. If you wish to see more FAQ topics being added to the app, please feel free to contact us through support@truckerpath.com or the Product Suggestion channel of Feedback in the app. We’ll review your request and try to accommodate your suggestions in the next round of updates.

We appreciate you guys for the support. Stay tuned for our latest update!

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MATS 2019 Recap

Mar 31, 2019 • Carriers

Industry Update - June 2, 2020 <h2></h2> <h3></h3> <a href="https://truckerpath.com/uploads/2020/06/b21.jpg"><img src="https://truckerpath.com/uploads/2020/06/b21-300x156.jpg" alt="" width="300" height="156" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-4991" /></a> <h3><strong>DOT to Distribute 2.1 Million Masks to Truckers</strong></h3> The U.S. Department of Transportation will distribute around 2.1 million face masks to truck drivers. This is part of a larger initiative to distribute masks to transportation workers across the country. “Transportation workers are on the frontlines of keeping our transportation systems operational during this public health emergency and their wellbeing and safety is paramount,” said Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao. DOT announced that the masks will be sent out over the coming weeks through the U.S. Postal Service. The breakdown of masks by transportation sector is as follows: <ul> <li>Mass transit and passenger rail – 4.8 million</li> <li>Aviation – 3.8 million</li> <li>Maritime – 2.4 million</li> <li>Freight rail – 2.2 million</li> <li>Highway and motor carrier – 2.1 million</li> <li>Pipeline systems – 258,000</li> </ul> For detailed distribution locations and current dates of distribution, please visit: <a href="http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/masks">www.fmcsa.dot.gov/masks</a> <h2></h2> <h2></h2> <a href="https://truckerpath.com/uploads/2020/06/b19.jpeg"><img src="https://truckerpath.com/uploads/2020/06/b19-300x156.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="156" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-4988" /></a> <h3><strong>Volumes Now Up 10% vs Last Year</strong></h3> <a href="https://www.freightwaves.com/news/volumes-fall-week-over-week-but-now-up-10-year-over-year">Outbound tender volumes are benefiting greatly from the reopening of the economy</a> and a release of pent-up consumer demand. Supply dynamics are taking longer to adjust and capacity remains loose. While rates are coming off a depressed base, spot rates have surged to $1.47 per mile and have increased in the vast majority of lanes. <h2></h2> Volumes should continue to be supported by most of the states reopening, continued plugging of the income gap by generous unemployment benefits and stimulus, auto plants reopening, and produce seasons kicking into gear. <h2></h2> <h2></h2> <a href="https://truckerpath.com/uploads/2020/06/b20.jpeg"><img src="https://truckerpath.com/uploads/2020/06/b20-300x156.jpeg" alt="" width="300" height="156" class="alignleft size-medium wp-image-4989" /></a> <h3><strong>Blinking Lights Cut Tanker-Truck-Crashes By Nearly 34%</strong></h3> As part of their safety efforts, Groendyke Transport installed $150 blinking amber lights to the back of their tanker trucks. They reported a 33.7% drop in rear-end collisions over a 31-month period, according to company officials. In addition, there were zero rear-end collisions at railroad crossing during a test period of one year and seven months. <h2></h2> The Groendyke Transport fleet currently has 900 trailers with the lights after almost three years of testing and now has <a href="https://beta.regulations.gov/document/FMCSA-2018-0223-0036">permission from FMCSA</a> to use them. <h2></h2> The cost of the strobe and installation is about $150. <h2></h2> <h2></h2> <h2></h2> <h4>By Aldous Aldwin</h4> <h3></h3> <h3></h3>

Jun 02, 2020 • Carriers

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week 2020 [p]The U.S economy is highly dependent on some 3.5 million individuals who spend their lives on the road delivering goods to move our economy. Yes, we are talking about truck drivers who deserve praise and gratitude for what they do every day. [/p] <h2></h2> [img src="https://truckerpath.com/uploads/2020/09/blog-1.jpg" alt=""] [p][b]Historical Significance [/b][/p] [p]Trucking has been around for over a century. Alexander Winton built the first semi-trailer in 1898, and quickly over the next hundred years, its significance really started to take shape. In 1998, the American Trucking Association (ATA) decided that a celebratory week shall be commemorated on the 2nd week of September. Every year since then, we’ve reserved that date to celebrate and give thanks to the millions of OTR and local drivers. [/p] <h2></h2> [img src="https://truckerpath.com/uploads/2020/09/blog-2-1.jpg" alt=""] [p][b]Impact on the Economy[/b][/p] [p]Trucking plays an integral role in the U.S economy. Some have stated that trucks act like the red blood cells in a human body. The red blood cells deliver oxygen to vital parts of the body, the same as trucks deliver goods to every corner of the country. Without them, the entire economy comes to a halt.[/p] [p]According to official statistics, trucks move 72.5% of all the freight inside the U.S. That’s about 11.84 billion tons of goods! The good news is that the demand for truck drivers is increasing every year. The U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that by the year 2026 approximately 108,400 more heavy-load truckers will be required to maintain the network. The future is bright for anyone who wants to join the party. [/p] <h2></h2> [img src="https://truckerpath.com/uploads/2020/09/blog-3-1.jpg" alt=""] [p][b]Showing Gratitude [/b][/p] [p]Life on the road is not easy. Truckers are away from their loved ones several months out of the year. [/p] [p]Sometimes a simple thank-you can mean the world. Being courteous on the road, goodie bag, or even a few words of kindness can lift spirits. It’s not easy for truck drivers to always cook and pack their meals, buying them a meal goes a long way! [/p] [p]In spite of our current pandemic, truckers are still delivering the essential goods across the country. Keeping the shelves stocked, delivering critical medical supplies, helping us get from manufacturer to doorstep, truckers have taken on a special significance in these times. We must not forget these hardworking men and women. The National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is a wonderful time for Americans to acknowledge these unsung heroes who make our lives easier and keep the economic wheel spinning.[/p] <h2></h2> <h2></h2> <h2></h2> [p][b]By Aldous Aldwin[/b][/p]

Sep 14, 2020 • Carriers