FMCSA finalizes rule to remove 12 trucking regulations

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has issued final rules eliminating 12 regulations considered “burdensome.” The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has issued final rules eliminating 12 regulations considered “burdensome” and which, according to the agency, do not provide substantial improvements to highway safety. The measures are part of a deregulation initiative launched in […]
DOT unveils possible AI strategy to enforce CDL regulations

The DOT is looking to adopt AI and advanced data analytics to improve the accuracy and effectiveness of enforcement measures. On January 14, the 105th Annual Meeting of the Transportation Research Board (TRB) was held in Washington, D.C. During the event, one of the federal government’s new plans for its national campaign against non-commercial Commercial […]
Texas Enacts New “Move Over or Slow Down” Law and Autonomous Vehicle Regulations

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 […]