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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 […]

TRUCKING – Look at how far we’ve come in the last 100 years

The evolution of the trucking industry in the last 100 years: from a new way of transportation to technological innovation. Trucking in the 1920s: The Birth of an Industry A hundred years ago, the trucking industry was in its infancy, navigating a rapidly changing landscape shaped by technological innovation, economic shifts, and evolving infrastructure. The […]

Results of Safe Driving Week: more than 2,500 fines and warnings

Operation Safe Driving Week 2025 concluded with a total of 8,739 vehicles stopped. Operation Safe Driver Week 2025 concluded with a significant overview of road safety in North America, involving police officers from both Canada and the United States. This joint effort, part of the annual initiative led by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA), […]

Ending CDL reciprocity: the U.S. seeks stricter measures

New bill would require states to comply with the strict CDL regulations recently established. The U.S. House of Representatives has introduced new legislation aimed at codifying recent changes in the Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations, specifically related to tightening the requirements for foreign nationals to obtain or maintain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Additionally, the […]

Cargo theft costs the transportation industry $18 million in losses

Cargo theft has been one of the most persistent issues facing the freight transportation industry so far in 2025. Cargo theft has been one of the most persistent issues facing the freight transportation industry so far in 2025. Companies have become one of the most common targets for criminals, making it increasingly difficult to prepare […]

Expanding opportunities for young drivers: the DRIVE Safe Act

The House of Representatives has reintroduced a proposal aimed at facilitating access for young drivers under the age of 21 to operate trucks across state borders. The United States House of Representatives has reintroduced a proposal aimed at facilitating access for truck drivers under the age of 21 to operate trucks across state borders. The […]

Dashboard for the Road: everything a truck driver needs in one place

Discover the features of the Dashboard for the Road, where everything a truck driver needs is just one click away. The world of truck drivers never stops. Between long working hours and the pressure of meeting delivery deadlines, drivers have little time to rest, disconnect from work, and reconnect with life. In such a dynamic […]

Reasons why we should appreciate truck drivers

Let’s talk about the reasons why we should appreciate truck drivers not just this week, but all year long. National Truck Driver Appreciation Week is coming to an end, but our gratitude lasts all year. While we recognize the work of truck drivers every day, setting aside a week to celebrate them is always worthwhile. […]

ELP enforcement ramps up: over 3,000 truckers out of service

Federal data shows that thousands of commercial vehicle drivers have been taken off the road for failing to meet ELP requirements. English Language Proficiency (ELP) inspections began rolling out in June across the United States, following directives from the Department of Transportation, as part of compliance with a regulation established under President Trump. Additionally, in […]

The Hidden Cost of Detention Time: How Loading and Unloading Delays Hurt Truck Drivers and Companies