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The Fellers from JJ Keller
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Get right with the regs! The Fellers from JJ Keller gives listeners comprehensive info on safety and compliance by taking a matter of fact no-nonsense approach. The segment digs both into the particulars of the FMCSA rulebook while explaining the occasional logic behind the rules.
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Understanding FMCSA’s New Medical Certification Rules & Non Domiciled CDLs | Road Gang Radio
Nov 1300:28:16Tap to summarizeOn this edition of The Fellers From J.J. Keller, host Jimmy Mac talks with Josh Lovan about two major topics affecting professional drivers across the country.First, they break down NRII (National Registry Integration II), the FMCSA rule modernizing how medical certification data is transmitted between examiners, states, and federal systems. Josh explains what’s changed, what’s delayed, and what drivers need to know about carrying medical cards during the transition period.Then, the conversation turns to the FMCSA’s emergency action on non-domiciled CDLs. Josh outlines the new eligibility requirements, how the recent federal audit exposed gaps in state compliance, and what these rules mean for non-U.S. citizens working legally in the trucking industry.For compliance updates and guidance, https://www.jjkeller.com/Thanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows and segments anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen live on YouTube, Facebook, iHeart, and RadioNemo.com!
Transcribe →Building a True Culture of Safety in Trucking | Josh Lovan of J.J. Keller joins Jimmy Mac | Road Gang Radio
Oct 900:23:25Tap to summarizeIn this episode, host Jimmy Mac sits down with Josh Lovan from J.J. Keller & Associates — one of the industry’s most trusted names in safety and compliance — to dig deep into what it really means to create a culture of safety within a trucking company.Josh shares his firsthand experiences as a former Director of Safety & Security, where he implemented progressive discipline policies, introduced innovative dash camera technology, and helped reduce accidents by more than 15% in the first year.They also discuss how driver engagement, leadership accountability, and modern safety training can transform company culture, reduce injuries, and build trust between drivers and management.If you’re in trucking leadership, safety, or operations — this conversation is a masterclass in how to make safety a core company value rather than a compliance checkbox.Learn more about J.J. Keller:Website: https://www.jjkeller.com/YouTube: / @jjkeller Instagram: / jjkellerassoc LinkedIn: / j--j--keller-&-associates-inc- X (Twitter): https://x.com/jjkellerHost: Jimmy MacGuest: Josh Lovan, J.J. Keller & AssociatesThanks for tuning in! You can catch our shows anytime on your favorite podcast app or listen on iHeartRadio using the links below.Nemo Nation: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ne...Road Gang Radio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-ro...We Should Write: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-we...Trucking with OOIDA: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-tr...
Transcribe →Tom Bray’s Final Show: The History & Future of Hours-of-Service Rules
Aug 1400:38:16Tap to summarizeIt’s the end of an era on RadioNemo. Host Jimmy Mac welcomes Tom Bray, Senior Industry Business Advisor at J.J. Keller & Associates, for his final appearance before retirement. Since 2016, Tom has been a trusted voice for truckers nationwide, and today he delivers one last deep dive into one of the most important topics in trucking: Hours-of-Service regulations.Tom takes us on a journey from the 1935 Motor Carrier Act through every major change in HOS rules — including exemptions, personal conveyance debates, the rise of electronic logging devices, and proposed updates on the horizon. With decades of experience and insider knowledge, Tom shares not only the “how” but the “why” behind the regulations that keep drivers safe and the roads running.From the early days of paper logs to the digital age of ELDs, and from strict limits to controversial exemptions, this is the most comprehensive on-air history lesson you’ll ever get on Hours-of-Service. Plus, Tom reflects on his career, the changes he’s witnessed, and what he hopes to see in the future of trucking safety.
Transcribe →What’s New in the DOT World (That Actually Matters)” | On the Highway with Tom Bray
Jul 10, 202500:59:11Tap to summarizeIn this special extended episode of On the Highway with Tom Bray, hosted by Jimmy Mac on Road Gang Radio, we cut through the regulatory noise and focus on what’s truly changing in the world of the DOT—and why it matters to you.Tom Bray, Senior Industry Business Advisor with J. J. Keller & Associates, breaks down the latest rule changes, proposals, and clarifications, including:The quiet death (again) of the speed limiter ruleRemoval of outdated regulations like the rear bumper label and ELD user manual requirementsUpdates to roadside inspection and conviction self-reportingStudies that could reshape Hours of Service flexibilityDataQs overhaul and what it means for disputing violationsFrom fuses to fines and everything in between, Tom helps drivers and fleet leaders stay ahead of the FMCSA curve in a constantly evolving regulatory environment.This is one hour you’ll want to hear—and maybe replay.
Transcribe →What It Really Takes to Stay Qualified | On the Highway with Tom Bray
Jun 13, 202500:58:16Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Road Gang Radio, Jimmy Mac welcomes regulatory expert Tom Bray for another installment of the recurring segment On the Highway. This week, they dive deep into driver qualifications — an issue making headlines due to upcoming changes related to English language requirements and out-of-service designations.Tom breaks down what every driver and carrier should know about staying compliant, including the basics of §391.11, pilot programs for younger drivers, ELDT standards, and the ever-important English language rule going into effect June 25, 2025. From medical cards to CDL validity, from training to disqualifying offenses — this conversation is a must-hear for anyone trying to stay on the right side of the regulations and out of the penalty zone.Whether you're behind the wheel or running a fleet, this segment is packed with critical reminders and new updates that could impact your ability to stay on the road.radionemo.com
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