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Texas Enacts New “Move Over or Slow Down” Law and Autonomous Vehicle Regulations

In brief: CDL reform, clean energy, and state vs. federal regulations

As safety concerns rise and electric infrastructure expands, the trucking industry faces mounting pressure from conflicting regulations and calls for systemic change. No more non-domiciled CDLs, demands OOIDA The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has called on the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the governors of 43 states to immediately suspend the issuance of […]

OOIDA offers insights to improve the trucking industry

The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association expressed its support for the U.S. Department of Transportation’s plan to eliminate costly and excessive regulations. The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) expressed its support for the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) plan to eliminate costly and excessive regulations. In April, the DOT launched a deregulation process by inviting the […]

Truckers blast regulations as USDOT calls for feedback

Hundreds of public comments reveal industry frustration over rules deemed ineffective and harmful. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) received nearly 300 public comments after opening a call to review existing transportation regulations, as part of an executive order issued by the Trump Administration. The order mandates that for every new regulation proposed, at least […]

How many consecutive hours can a truck driver drive under DOT regulations?

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), under the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), enforces strict regulations regarding the maximum driving hours allowed for truck drivers. These rules aim to reduce fatigue-related accidents and ensure road safety. The daily driving limit: understanding the “driving window” According to FMCSA rules, truck drivers in the United States […]

Trump’s fuel economy rule reversal: key impacts

The U.S. Secretary of Transportation has ordered the repeal of the miles-per-gallon regulations for cars and light trucks. One of the first mandates established by the new U.S. Secretary of Transportation, Sean Duffy, is related to the main way the federal government currently regulates miles per gallon for cars and trucks, as well as air […]

In brief: modernized testing regulations, California’s fuel law, and post-hurricane road reopenings

DOT proposes changes to drug and alcohol testing regulations, California targets new fuel price law, and roads begin to reopen after hurricanes. Modernizing drug and alcohol testing regulations in transportation The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has proposed changes to its workplace drug and alcohol testing regulations, allowing the optional use of electronic signatures, forms, […]

Federal initiatives for zero-emission, autonomous trucks and moving scams

Operation Protect Your Move, regulations for autonomous trucking and push for zero-emission trucks in the U.S ports FMCSA Launches Operation Protect Your Move The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) continues its efforts to protect the public from moving scams and brokers. On May 20, the agency launched the Operation Protect Your Move to address […]

Discussion on regulations in the transportation industry

The trucking industry, which relies heavily on contractors and owner-operators, how do regulations affect these groups? The delay in finalizing government regulations has sparked criticism and debates over the government’s speed of action. While some believe the government is moving too fast, others argue that regulations are too slow. Recently, representatives from the American Trucking […]

Briefs: UCR rate increases, proposed speed limiters and average diesel prices

Summary of relevant news and issues in the transportation industry. Proposal for an increase in UCR rates and oppositions On January 9th, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) proposed a regulation to increase the Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) rates by 25% for the year 2025. The UCR, an annual permit, is mandatory for most […]