Consequences of overloaded, unregulated, and restless trucking: 250 fatal accidents per month

According to statistics FMCSA, as of September 2025, there have been 2,511 fatal truck accidents reported. In the United States, approximately 388,000 truck accidents are recorded each year, representing about 6.5% of all reported vehicle collisions. So far in 2025, numerous truck-related accidents have been documented, many of them fatal. Although various studies indicate a […]
In brief: new CDL law, ELD ban, and truck recalls

New CDL legislation to enforce English-only testing nationwide, FMCSA revokes five ELDs and the NHTSA announces major Mack recall. Safe Commercial Driver’s License Act of 2025 A bill was introduced this week by a group of lawmakers with the purpose of strengthening regulations related to the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), requiring stricter penalties for states […]
FMCSA Final Rule: Automatic Emergency Braking Systems to Be Mandatory on All Heavy Trucks by 2026

FMCSA Final Rule: Automatic Emergency Braking Systems to Be Mandatory on All Heavy Trucks by 2026
FMCSA reports sharp rise in out-of-service violations

The most recent FMCSA data shows the states with the highest number of Out-of-Service violations. Roadside truck inspections conducted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) began to increase in June, following the implementation of the English Language Proficiency (ELP) regulations. That same month, the FMCSA reported a 76% increase, reaching 2,956 inspections compared […]
Regulatory Changes 2025–2026 Every Truck Driver in the U.S. Needs to Know

As the FMCSA and other federal agencies roll out sweeping reforms, truck drivers must prepare for major regulatory changes that will reshape compliance, safety, and daily operations across the industry.
Top FMCSA transportation violations of 2025

The FMCSA has conducted a total of 8,340 inspections in the United States, detecting more than 50,000 violations. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is responsible for conducting annual inspections, both scheduled and unannounced, of truck drivers and carriers to ensure compliance with safety regulations established for the transportation sector. With three quarters of […]
FMCSA to eliminate paper payments starting September 30

This move is part of a broader effort by FMCSA to modernize its operations and provide a more efficient experience. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced that starting September 30, 2025, it will no longer accept paper payments, such as checks or money orders, for any transactions related to its services. This […]
Fleet alert: three ELDs removed from FMCSA’s approved list

On September 4, the FMCSA requested that truck drivers and fleets remove three ELDs as a result of the manufacturers’ failure to meet the minimum requirements. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has requested that truck drivers and fleets remove three ELDs as a result of the manufacturers’ failure to meet the minimum requirements […]
FMCSA grants new exemption for the use of paper copies of medical certificates

CDL and CLP holders, as well as transporters, may now use the physical copy of medical certificates for an extended period of up to 60 days from the date of issuance. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced a modification to the exemption issued on July 14 regarding the use of printed copies […]
No English, No Trucking: FMCSA pulls over 1,200 drivers

The FMCSA has reported that more than 1,200 truck drivers have been removed from U.S. highways for lack of English. In April, the Department of Transportation announced it would reinstate the mandatory enforcement of English language proficiency (ELP) for all truck drivers in the United States. Through a two-step evaluation process, the Federal Motor Carrier […]