FMCSA Archives - Page 14 of 15

October 4, 2023

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Federal Task Force to Address Unfair Leasing Agreements in the Trucking Industry

Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) Truck Leasing Task Force Will Meet Virtually on Tuesday, Oct. 17, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Eastern. ...

October 2, 2023

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FMCSA Hints at 68 mph Speed Limit for Trucks, Then Retracts Statement

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration caused a stir by suggesting a 68 mph speed limit for heavy-duty trucks. The agency quickly removed the ...

September 25, 2023

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Government Audit Calls for Greater Transparency in Trucking Complaint Database

According to a recent report by the U.S. Government Accountability Office, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) should enhance the transparency of its ...

September 22, 2023

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Federal Agency Allocates $48 Million to Boost Truck Driver Training and Strengthen Supply Chain

Exciting news for the trucking industry! The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is set to inject $48 million into driver training opportunities for ...

August 14, 2023

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FMCSA to Renew Accident Reporting Requirement for Motor Carriers

In a recent announcement, the FMCSA stated its plans to renew the requirement for motor carriers to keep records of accidents involving their vehicles. ...

July 13, 2023

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FMCSA Considers Proposal for Greater Transparency Between Brokers and Truckers

The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association (OOIDA) has requested a new rule requiring brokers to share pricing documents with truckers. Federal trucking regulators have confirmed ...

semi truck driver in the cab of a semi truck with sun coming in through windshield

June 9, 2023

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Why the CDL Test Waiver Shouldn’t Be Made Permanent, According to FMCSA Report

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) warned against making the CDL test examiner waiver permanent, citing safety concerns and a lack of oversight ...

Protest sign reading truckers for change

May 12, 2023

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D.C. Protestors Make Their Voices Heard to FMCSA Administrator

On Monday, May 1st, TMJ (Truckers Movement for Justice) staged a successful demonstration in front of the U.S. Department of Transportation headquarters. With their ...

November 18, 2022

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FMCSA creates clarity on broker and bona fide agent definitions

On Nov. 15, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) released interim guidelines to create clarity on the differences between brokers, dispatch services, and ...

November 11, 2022

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Truck driver’s hours-of-service waiver request rejected by FMCSA

Leland Schmitt recently submitted a request to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) that has garnered the attention of the truck driving industry. ...