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Learn what can place a truck driver out of service during a roadside inspection, including hours-of-service problems, CDL issues, medical certification, drug and alcohol violations, and vehicle defects.

June 10, 2026

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What Can Place a Truck Driver Out of Service During a Roadside Inspection

An out-of-service order can stop a trip on the spot. Sometimes the problem is tied to the driver. Sometimes it is tied to the ...

Learn what happens to your CDL when you move to another state, including transfer requirements, endorsements, medical certification, deadlines, and common mistakes to avoid.

June 5, 2026

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What To Expect When Transferring Your CDL To Another State

Moving to another state can create a long checklist of tasks, but one item commercial drivers cannot overlook is their Commercial Driver’s License. Federal ...

Learn how Arizona drivers can compare CDL training schools, Entry Level Driver Training requirements, program costs, permit steps, and job preparation before enrolling.

June 2, 2026

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Where Arizona Drivers Can Find CDL Training Schools and What to Check Before Enrolling

Arizona gives future truck drivers several CDL training paths, but choosing a school takes more than finding the closest campus or the fastest program. ...

Learn how DUIs, felony convictions, suspended licenses, and bad driving records can affect CDL eligibility and truck driving job opportunities.

June 1, 2026

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The Truth About Getting Hired in Trucking with a Complicated Past

People often look into trucking because they want stable work, better income, or a chance to rebuild after a difficult stretch in life. But ...

Texas State Technical College relaunched its CDL training program in Waco, giving students another pathway toward earning a Texas Class A commercial driver’s license.

June 1, 2026

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Texas CDL Program in Waco Reopens to Train New Drivers

Texas State Technical College has relaunched its Professional Driving Academy at the school’s Waco campus, reopening another Class A CDL training option for students ...

Learn what can disqualify drivers from getting or keeping a CDL, including medical issues, DUI offenses, failed drug tests, traffic violations, and criminal convictions.

May 13, 2026

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CDL Disqualifications That Stop Drivers from Getting or Keeping a Commercial License

A CDL can open the door to local routes, regional freight, specialized hauling, and long term trucking careers, but not every driver qualifies to ...

How to become a truck driver in 2026, including CDL requirements, training timeline, costs, and first-year pay expectations.

April 23, 2026

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How to Become a Truck Driver in 2026 and Build a Strong Start on the Road

Becoming a truck driver in 2026 means meeting basic federal requirements, getting your CDL, completing required training, and landing your first job with a ...

The CVSA 2026 out-of-service criteria are now active. Learn the full list of updates affecting drivers, vehicles, ELD records, brakes, and inspections

April 7, 2026

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CVSA 2026 Out of Service Criteria Now Active Across North America

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance has rolled out its 2026 North American Standard Out-of-Service Criteria, replacing the previous version used in inspections across the ...

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 ...

July 17, 2025

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FMCSA Grants Temporary Waiver for Electronic Medical Certification Rule

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is giving commercial drivers and carriers more time to adapt to its new electronic medical certification (MEC) ...