DOT Compliance Archives - Truck Drivers USA

Registration is now open for ATA’s 2026 Safety, Security & Human Resources National Conference in Oklahoma City. The event brings together industry leaders for education, collaboration, and networking focused on safety, security, and workforce strategy.

January 5, 2026

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ATA Opens Registration for 2026 Safety, Security & HR National Conference

Registration is now open for the American Trucking Associations’ annual Safety, Security, & Human Resources National Conference and Exhibition, a key industry event focused ...

FMCSA has revoked certification for four electronic logging devices, giving drivers and carriers 60 days to replace them. Here’s what truck drivers, fleets, and industry stakeholders need to know to stay compliant and avoid violations.

January 5, 2026

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FMCSA Pulls Approval for Four ELDs, Giving Drivers 60 Days to Switch

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has removed four electronic logging devices from its list of approved products, affecting drivers and fleets that rely ...

FMCSA has pulled three ELDs from its approved list, giving carriers until February 7 to replace them. Learn which devices were revoked, why they were removed, and what drivers must do to stay compliant.

December 12, 2025

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FMCSA Removes Three More ELDs From Approved List

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has removed three additional electronic logging devices from its approved list. Carriers now have a limited window to ...

Fleet Advantage earns its second ALAN Humanitarian Logistics Award for Employee Engagement, honoring its Kids Around The Corner Foundation and its nationwide community impact.

November 12, 2025

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Fleet Advantage earns second ALAN Humanitarian Logistics Award for community impact.

Fleet Advantage has once again been recognized for giving back in a big way. The company recently received the American Logistics Aid Network’s (ALAN) ...

Aurora has received DOT approval to use cab-mounted warning beacons instead of traditional triangles on autonomous trucks. Here’s what this exemption means for drivers and how it could impact future safety rules in the trucking industry.

October 20, 2025

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Aurora Gets DOT Approval for Cab-Mounted Warning Beacons

Aurora, one of the major players in autonomous trucking, says the U.S. Department of Transportation has now approved its request to use cab-mounted warning ...

Roadcheck 2025 highlights critical truck and driver safety issues across North America. Learn which violations led to out-of-service orders, from brakes and tires to driver credentials, and how truckers can stay compliant and safe on the road.

October 20, 2025

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Roadcheck 2025 Highlights Vehicle and Driver Safety Issues Across North America

Truckers across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico saw another major safety sweep with the 2025 International Roadcheck, the annual three-day inspection blitz run by ...

Staying compliant as a truck driver means keeping your CDL, medical card, logs, inspections, and permits in order. This checklist covers safety, documentation, hours of service, hazmat rules, and FMCSA requirements to help you avoid fines and protect your driving career.

October 16, 2025

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Truck Driver’s Guide to Staying Compliant

Keeping up with compliance regulations is essential for every truck driver. Adhering to these requirements protects your driving privileges, prevents costly penalties, and ensures ...

Freight fraud is surging across North America, costing carriers billions annually. Learn how FMCSA’s new MOTUS system, identity verification, and best practices help truck drivers, carriers, and brokers protect loads and prevent theft.

October 16, 2025

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FMCSA Cracks Down as Freight Fraud Surges Across the Industry

Freight fraud has exploded across North America, and truck drivers are feeling the impact more than ever. Theft and scams are not only targeting ...

FMCSA has extended its waiver through January 10, 2026, allowing truck drivers to use paper medical examiner certificates for up to 60 days due to delays in state electronic reporting systems.

October 15, 2025

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FMCSA Extends Paper Med Card Waiver Through Early 2026

As of this week, truck drivers still have backup options when it comes to medical cards. On October 13, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety ...

June 2, 2025

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38 Percent of Inspected Trucks Taken Out of Service in West Texas Oil Patch

The Texas Department of Public Safety recently reported the results of a large-scale inspection blitz in the oil-rich Permian Basin of west Texas. Conducted ...