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The latest news from the trucking industry in the United States.
Federal Requirements for CDL Medical Certification
The final rule from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), published in April 2015, requires medical examiners to electronically report the results of Department of Transportation (DOT) physical exams no later than the following day, and allows the FMCSA to send this information directly to state driver licensing agencies. This eliminates the need for drivers to physically present their medical certificate.
Although implementation has been delayed twice (in 2018 and 2021) since its publication, the new compliance date is June 23, 2025. Some states, such as Texas and Maryland, have already begun operating under the new regulations, accepting medical certificates electronically from the National Registry.
The most recent delay of the rule was to complete IT systems and give states time to adapt. Once in effect, CDL-licensed drivers will no longer need to carry a physical copy of their medical certificate, although they must continue to carry a paper copy until the compliance date of June 23.
Southern U.S. Border Port of Entry to Cost $150 Million
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced a $150 million grant to build a new highway and port of entry on the border between San Diego and Baja California. The goal is to improve freight connectivity, border security, and reverse prior environmental regulations.
The project, called the Otay Mesa East Port of Entry, includes a new highway (State Route 11) and will facilitate the crossing of approximately 3,600 trucks daily, easing congestion in Otay Mesa and Tecate. It will also fund inspection equipment for customs and security agencies.
Originally funded in fiscal year 2022 under the INFRA program, the project was pushed forward during the Trump administration and is part of an effort to reduce the infrastructure grant backlog inherited by the Biden administration.
California Governor Gavin Newsom supported the project for its economic and job impact. Meanwhile, new highway laws are being discussed in Congress with a focus on state flexibility and bipartisan collaboration.
Associations Question TPR Self-Certification System
Two driver training industry associations, the Commercial Vehicle Training Association (CVTA) and the National Association of Publicly Funded Truck Driving Schools, have expressed concern about the lack of oversight in the enforcement of the federal entry-level driver training regulations in effect since 2022.
They claim that many unethical schools continue to operate and graduate unprepared drivers due to a poorly monitored self-certification system in the Training Provider Registry (TPR).
The American Trucking Associations (ATA) also joined in the criticism, calling for greater oversight, auditing, and the immediate removal of unauthorized providers. Steve Gold, director of the largest network of driving schools in the country, also expressed concern and plans to meet with the FMCSA on April 16 to address the issue directly.
According to Gold, when a driver graduates, their school notifies federal regulators, who then inform the state. The state may issue the commercial driver’s license (CDL), although the thoroughness of the process varies: some states rigorously verify the legitimacy of the school, while others rely on the information provided by federal regulators. So far, only four schools have been removed from the TPR since 2023, despite hundreds of complaints.
Why Soccer is Conquering Hearts and Businesses in the U.S.
Messi’s presence in stadiums and the hosting of the next World Cup, along with other global tournaments, have transformed it into a new entertainment giant. The gradual growth of the National Team motivates the public. Million-dollar businesses, brands, and a lot of passion.
The Asphalt Code of Honor: The Invisible Social Network That Saves Lives
On U.S. highways, truck drivers often communicate through a silent language of signals, headlights, and hand gestures. This informal system of road communication helps warn others about hazards, coordinate safe passing, and reinforce a culture of safety and solidarity among professional drivers
What if the Oscars were about trucking? Hollywood characters reimagined as truckers
This week marks the 98th Academy Awards, what if the categories were inspired by the transportation industry?
TCA Professional Drivers of the Year 2026: 5 drivers who paved the road
TCA Professional Drivers of the Year selects drivers with the greatest impact, outstanding safety records, and individuals with inspiring stories that made a difference.
Unusual Stories from the Road: When Reality Outruns Logistics
From a giant magnet moving down the highway like a spacecraft to millions of bees taking over a highway, the world of freight transportation is full of events that are as strange as they are real. Some of these stories went viral, others became legends among drivers, but all of them reveal the unexpected side of logistics.
The safest, most reliable and crash-resistant cars for protecting you on the road
Based on ratings from the NHTSA and the IIHS evaluation system, this list shows some of the safest and most crash-resistant cars.
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