here we ago again, local driver log book question
Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by soon2betrucking, Jun 22, 2013.
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I was always told when running local to log when crossing state line so I was under assumption that it was dot regulation but that must have been company rule. That is what I get for assuming.
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You need to be aware this is also 100 AIR-mile radius as well. Not just 100 miles out and back.
If they are requiring you to log state-lines, then it's likely for IFTA and not for logging purposes. Something entirely different. -
I used to run Houston tx to lake Charles LA and didn't have to log. When i went to baton rouge or new Orleans i did
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There is a book that only has the vehicle inspection in it that I use all the time.
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You don't need a log to show a DVIR.
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or 12 hours.
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No. 100 miles is 100 miles regardless of state lines.
I worked in Portland, OR for a year as a city driver. Routinely I would get sent across the bridge into Vancouver, WA. to peddle. Wasn't an issue. -
That's for your company's tax purposes (IFTA). They have to record how many miles their trucks run in each state. Sometimes they'll want axle counts too like in OR.
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How'd ya like them street numbers?
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