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The FMCSA is implementing the Women of Trucking Advisory Board's recommendations to create safer, more inclusive opportunities for women in the trucking industry. Learn about actions addressing harassment, training improvements, and recruitment efforts.

January 29, 2025

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Breaking Barriers: FMCSA Acts on Women of Trucking Board’s Game-Changing Recommendations

The Women of Trucking Advisory Board (WOTAB) has completed its work, leading the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to submit its final report ...

Roger Zima, a dedicated Foltz Trucking driver with over 4 million safe driving miles, has been named the 2024 Minnesota Driver of the Year by the Minnesota Trucking Association. Celebrate his outstanding achievements and commitment to excellence.

January 27, 2025

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Minnesota Trucking Association Honors 2024 Driver of the Year

Roger Zima, a skilled and dedicated driver for Foltz Trucking, has been recognized as the 2024 Minnesota Driver of the Year by the Minnesota ...

FMCSA removes six ELDs from its registered devices list due to non-compliance. Motor carriers must replace revoked devices by March 9, 2025, or face penalties. Stay informed on steps for compliance and FMCSA updates.

January 13, 2025

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FMCSA Just Removed 6 ELDs From Its Approved List—Here’s What You Need to Know!

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced on January 8, 2025, that six electronic logging devices (ELDs) have been removed from the agency’s ...

The FMCSA has launched a study to evaluate the effectiveness of warning devices on stopped commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in preventing accidents. The research aims to analyze their impact on driver behavior and safety, with potential implications for future regulations.

January 13, 2025

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Are Warning Devices on Stopped Trucks Really Preventing Accidents? FMCSA Launches Study!

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is investigating whether warning devices on stationary commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) effectively reduce crash risk. On Wednesday, ...

December 26, 2024

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Two More ELDs Revoked from FMCSA’s Registered Devices List

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced the removal of two additional electronic logging devices (ELDs) from its list of registered devices. ...

The FMCSA has decertified four electronic logging devices (ELDs) from its approved list, requiring affected carriers to transition to paper logs or compliant logging software. Learn about the decertification and key dates for compliance.

December 17, 2024

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FMCSA Decertifies Four ELDs; Carriers Must Transition to Paper Logs or Logging Software

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recently announced the removal of four electronic logging devices (ELDs) from its approved list. The following devices, ...

FMCSA clarifies that faded or missing rear-impact guard labels are not a compliance issue, focusing instead on the physical condition of the guard. This clarification, issued on December 10, 2024, reassures drivers and fleets regarding safety standards.

December 16, 2024

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FMCSA Clarifies Rear-Impact Guard Label Requirements

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has confirmed that faded or missing rear-impact guard labels are not considered a compliance issue. This clarification, ...

The DOT has proposed a temporary update to drug-testing regulations, addressing the delay in oral fluid drug testing. This amendment offers a short-term solution by requiring directly observed urine collections in scenarios where oral fluid tests are mandated but unavailable. Learn more about the proposal and how it impacts trucking regulations.

December 12, 2024

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DOT Introduces Temporary Update to Drug-Testing Regulations

The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has proposed a temporary amendment to its drug-testing regulation. This change focuses on situations where oral fluid drug ...

The FMCSA has extended its emergency declarations for Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee to support hurricane recovery efforts. Key dates, travel restrictions, and resources for drivers are provided.

December 4, 2024

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FMCSA Extends Emergency Declaration for Hurricane Recovery

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has once again extended its emergency declarations for Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee as these states ...

During Operation Safe Driver Week, over 4,000 citations were issued to commercial and passenger vehicle drivers for unsafe driving behaviors, including speeding and seat belt violations. Learn more about the campaign’s impact on road safety and trucker infractions

November 26, 2024

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Speeding and Seat Belt Violations Lead Trucker Infractions During Safety Enforcement Week

Over 4,000 Violations Issued to Commercial Drivers in Operation Safe Driver Week During Operation Safe Driver Week, a coordinated initiative focused on promoting safer ...