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Federal audit targets non-domiciled CDL licenses

The initiative directs the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to review how states are managing these special licenses. U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy, has announced the launch of a nationwide audit into state-level practices regarding the issuance of Non-Domiciled Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDLs), as part of what he has dubbed the “Pro-Trucker Regulatory […]

Lawmakers call for expedited HOS exemptions for faster emergency response

A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers has requested that the FMCSA expedite and anticipate its regulatory exemption process for Hours of Service (HOS). A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers, led by Representatives Mike Bost and Mike Collins, has requested that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) expedite and anticipate its regulatory exemption process for […]

In brief: FMCSA grants, GM U.S. investment, and rising diesel prices

The latest transportation updates reflect the current state of the freight industry in the United States. $89.4 Million in grants for the Commercial Driver’s License Program The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has opened applications for grants aimed at improving road safety through the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Program. The application period will remain […]

These Are the English Proficiency Questions Drivers May Be Asked During FMCSA Inspections

FMCSA officers are legally authorized to ask truck drivers questions in English during roadside inspections. If a driver cannot understand or respond appropriately, they can be placed out of service. This guide outlines the types of questions inspectors may ask and free tools to help your drivers improve their English. Why FMCSA Inspections Matter The […]

FMCSA mandates two-stage English evaluation for commercial drivers

The assessment consists of two parts: the first part is an interview with the driver, and the second is a traffic sign recognition evaluation. On April 28, the Trump administration, along with the Secretary of the Department of Transportation, Sean Duffy, formalized the legal enforcement of existing federal law requiring all commercial vehicle drivers in […]

CVSA to request two-hour limit on personal conveyance use

Thirty-eight percent of drivers misuse personal transportation time, according to data compiled by CVSA. The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) plans to formally request that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) impose a two-hour limit on the use of personal conveyance by truck drivers, following the discovery of increasing misuse of this provision. Based […]

FMCSA removes electronic logging devices from approved list

These ELDs do not meet the minimum requirements that all devices must meet, according to FMCSA standards. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced on Monday, May 12, the removal of eight electronic logging devices (ELDs) from its list of registered devices. These ELDs, associated with the company Gorilla Fleet Safety LLC, fail to […]

Safety Measurement System: ensure your fleet is compliant

If you have not yet adjusted your compliance strategies to align with the changes in SMS, now is the right time to do so. Last year, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced new updates to the Compliance, Safety, and Accountability (CSA) program. These changes significantly restructure the way carriers are evaluated concerning safety […]

In brief: EPA grants emission exemptions; FMCSA and NHTSA address safety

Exemptions to California’s zero-emission regulations, truck parking, and rewards for reporting vehicle defects. EPA grants exemptions to California’s zero emission standards The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted exemptions to California’s Advanced Clean Cars II and Heavy-Duty “Omnibus” regulations, allowing the state to enforce stricter vehicle emissions standards, even as similar rules are being contested […]

FMCSA wins key case against unauthorized moving company

The U.S. District Court for the Central District of California issued a final judgment against USA Logistics, Inc. for transporting household goods without proper authorization. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has achieved a significant victory in its efforts to ensure consumer safety in the moving transportation sector. On September 11, the U.S. District […]