May 4-6 inspection blitz focus is lighting, hours of service
During Roadcheck, commercial motor vehicle inspectors throughout North America will conduct inspections on commercial motor vehicles and drivers.
Inspectors will look for critical vehicle inspection violations, based on the North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria. The driver’s operating credentials, hours-of-service documentation, seal belt use, and alcohol and/or drug impairment also will be part of the inspections.
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has updated its North America out-of-service criteria. The 2021 criteria went into effect April 1.
A vehicle will be placed out of service, meaning it cannot be operated until the conditions have been corrected, should any violations be found. Drivers also will be placed out of service if an inspector deems any driver-related out-of-service conditions were violated.
Vehicles successfully passing inspection without any critical item violations after a Level 1 or Level 5 inspection should receive a CVSA decal. The decal typically results in no additional inspections during the three months it is valid.
In fiscal 2020, lighting violations (lamps inoperable) were the number one vehicle violation in 12% of all commercial vehicles inspected, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. Hours of services was found to be the most common driver violation, at a nearly 35% rate.
Law enforcement personnel conducting inspections will follow COVID-19 health and safety protocols as part of the 2021 International Roadcheck. In addition, COVID-19 vaccine shipments will not be delayed for inspection unless an obvious violation creates an imminent hazard.
“HUB EMPLOYEES SHOWING GENEROSITY THIS THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY”.
HUB teamed up with Long Island Cares donating a ton of food from all locations. In addition to all the food displayed (some didn’t even make the picture), HUB employees also adopted 13 families which consisted of employees purchasing a bag full of specific items for a family and a gift certificate for a turkey. It’s an annual tradition that employees enjoy participating in every year!
At Hub Truck Rental Corp we are dedicated to our customers, employees, and communities. We also understand the critical role we play in the supply chain. At this time all Hub Truck Rental Corp services, across all of our locations and accounts, remain active and open for business. We want to affirm that we are here to provide services to meet the changing demands of your business in these challenging times.
We are taking preventative steps across the entire company to reduce the risks associated with the Coronavirus (COVID-19). We are continuing to monitor the situation and take the appropriate actions as advised by the CDC. As the situation develops, we will provide relevant updates regarding any operational changes.
If you are in need of rental vehicles or other transportation solutions, please contact your Hub Truck Rental Corp representative for assistance. In times like these, we have forged stronger and deeper partnerships with our clients by working together to implement unique and flexible solutions.
As always, thank you for your business.
Hub Truck Rental “HOT” Numbers to take note of;
- Farmingdale Service Center at 81 Allen Blvd. – 631-391-1044 – Matt Scott Branch Manager
- Farmingdale Emergency Road Service – 1-800-HUB-HELP – AnnMarie Hurley – Road Service Manager
- Holbrook Service Center at 444 Central Ave. – 631-391-1030 – Jim Rich Branch Manager
- Garden City Park Service Center at 2121 Jericho Tpke – 516-391-1040 – William Tejeda Branch Manager
- Brooklyn Service Center at 360 Kingsland Ave – 718-729-1653 - Brian Caufield Branch Manager
- Bronx Service Center at 1160 Worthen Street – 718-328-2980 – Fred Volze Branch Manager
- Newark NJ Service Facility at 126 Frelinghuysen Avenue – Robert Seamster Branch Manager - 908-862-0414.
- Hub Truck Rental Corp Main Office at 94 Gazza Blvd. – Donna Blanc Co-President and CFO - 631-391-1000.
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US Department of Transportation Issues National Emergency Declaration for Commercial Vehicles Delivering Relief in Response to the Coronavirus Outbreak
Penalties Boosted for Toll Evaders
Both the New York State Thruway Authority and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority are increasing the penalties for non-payment of tolls, and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey and the New York State Bridge Authority are reviewing their policies.
The penalty for non-payment of tolls on such major facilities as the Tappan Zee Bridge will jump to $100 but remain at $50 for the Thruway in general.
At the MTA, the higher penalty will apply to the Bronx-Whitestone, Triborough, Throgs Neck and Verrazano-Narrows bridges and at the Brooklyn-Battery and Queens-Midtown tunnels.
The lower penalty will apply to the Henry Hudson, Cross Bay Veterans Memorial and Marine Parkway-Gil Hodges Memorial bridges.
IF YOU RECEIVE A LETTER FROM THE FMCSA...
DON'T THROW IT AWAY!!!
Correspondence sent to your place of business that specifically identifies an alerted Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Category (BASIC) and outlines possible consequences of continued safety problems. The warning letter provides instructions for accessing carrier safety data and measurement as well as a point-of-contact. This is an early warning sign that if ignored, could lead to a DOT audit!
NON-CDL MEDICAL CARD REGULATION
In most cases, operating a Non-CDL vehicle for commercial use, requires a driver to carry a DOT medical card. Find out if your driver is required by using the link below from the NYSDOT!!!!
CLICK HERE TO SEE IF YOU NEED A MED CARD
BUT....WHAT ABOUT THE HUT?
The NYS Highway Use Tax is required for any truck, tractor or other self-propelled vehicle with a gross weight in excess of 18,000lbs. This tax is imposed on motor carriers that operate on NYS public highways (excluding toll-paid portions of the NYS Thruway). The tax is based on mileage traveled and is computed at a rate determined by the weight of the motor vehicle and the method that you choose to report the tax.
The NYS HUT tax return must be filed on a quarterly basis, starting with the calendar year when you began operations in NYS. If your preceding calendar years total highway use tax is more than $4,000.00, you will be reclassified to a monthly filer. If your prior calendar year’s total tax is $250.00 or less, you may request permission to file once a year. The most convenient way to file is online, and the link is as follows:
http://www.tax.ny.gov/
DON'T WAIT UNTIL IT'S TOO LATE!
KNOW YOUR NUMBERS!
To register for a free FMCSA Portal account
Click here
The portal account will provide you with access to your company's safety rating with the D.O.T.