FMCSA regulations Archives - Truck Drivers USA

FMCSA removed 12 more ELDs from its registered device list. Truck drivers and carriers using the revoked devices have until July 20 to switch to compliant systems.

May 25, 2026

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FMCSA Removes 12 More ELDs From Approved Device List

Truck drivers and carriers using 12 electronic logging devices recently removed from FMCSA’s registered list have until July 20 to switch to compliant systems ...

FMCSA is warning carriers and owner-operators not to sell or lease USDOT and MC numbers outside of legitimate transactions. Learn the risks, potential penalties, and how improper transfers can lead to revoked authority and liability issues in the trucking industry.

March 23, 2026

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FMCSA Issues Warning on USDOT and MC Number Sales: What Drivers Need to Know

If you’ve been approached about selling your USDOT or MC number, federal regulators are making it clear: don’t do it. A recent bulletin from ...

Learn how tanker drivers can maximize weekly miles with smarter Hours of Service planning. Discover proven strategies to increase utilization, stay FMCSA compliant, and boost earnings in CDL tanker jobs.

March 19, 2026

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How You Can Maximize Weekly Tanker Miles Through Smart HOS Planning

Tanker truck drivers already know how every single mile adds up to their weekly paycheck. You deal with liquid surge, terminal delays, and tight ...

The U.S. Department of Transportation is reopening the Motor Carrier Safety Advisory Committee and inviting truck drivers and motor carriers to apply. Learn what the committee does, why it matters, and how industry voices can help shape future safety policy.

January 26, 2026

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DOT Reopens Safety Committee and Asks Trucking Industry to Take a Seat at the Table

The U.S. Department of Transportation is once again asking truck drivers and motor carriers to step directly into the policy conversation around highway safety. ...

Trucking experts warn of the largest capacity purge in U.S. history, with up to 600,000 drivers at risk due to new federal rules and falling freight demand. Here’s what truck drivers need to know and how to prepare for the changing market.

November 4, 2025

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The Great Capacity Purge: What Truck Drivers Need to Know

The trucking industry is heading into one of the biggest shakeups in its history. Freight volumes are falling, regulations are tightening, and economists warn ...

September 5, 2025

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OOIDA Pushes for Trucker Priorities in Next Highway Bill

Earlier this year, the U.S. Department of Transportation introduced its “Pro-Trucker” package, a set of initiatives designed to enhance conditions for professional drivers. Now, ...

May 15, 2025

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FMCSA Revokes Eight Gorilla Fleet Safety ELDs

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has added eight electronic logging devices (ELDs) from Gorilla Fleet Safety to its Revoked Devices list. Motor ...

May 8, 2025

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Urgent Deadline for Truckers to Renew DOT Physicals Approaching

Truck drivers who underwent their DOT physicals in Houston have until Saturday, May 10, 2025, to secure a new medical certificate. Missing this deadline ...

Mark your calendar for CVSA's 2025 International Roadcheck on May 13-15. This 72-hour inspection blitz focuses on driver records of duty status (RODS) and tire safety. Ensure your compliance and vehicle readiness for this crucial industry event.

March 4, 2025

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Save the Date for CVSA’s 2025 International Roadcheck Event – May 13-15

If you’re a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operator, mark your calendar for this year’s CVSA International Roadcheck happening May 13-15, 2025. Recognized as a ...

Lofta has partnered with the Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association (PMTA) to offer truck drivers at-home sleep apnea testing and treatment. This collaboration prioritizes driver health, safety, and compliance with federal regulations, ensuring access to convenient care solutions.

February 25, 2025

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Lofta Teams Up with PMTA to Simplify Sleep Apnea Care for Truck Drivers

Lofta has announced an exciting collaboration with the Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association (PMTA) to provide truck drivers with simplified, at-home sleep apnea testing and ...