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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 ...

The FMCSA's "Respect the Rig" toolkit teaches young drivers essential tips on safely sharing the road with trucks and buses. Learn how to navigate wide turns, stopping distances, and blind spots to enhance road safety.

November 21, 2024

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FMCSA Urges Young Drivers to “Respect the Rig”

Enhancing road safety can significantly be achieved by educating passenger car drivers on how to share the road with larger vehicles such as trucks ...

FMCSA has revoked the approval of three ELDs due to non-compliance with federal standards. Truck operators using these devices must replace them by January 17, 2025, to avoid service disruptions.

November 21, 2024

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Three ELDs Removed from FMCSA’s Approved List

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has recently revoked the approval status of three electronic logging devices (ELDs). On Monday, November 18, FMCSA ...

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced a proposal to push back the enforcement date of its broker financial security requirements to 2026. This proposed rulemaking, which recently appeared in the Federal Register, suggests extending the compliance deadline from January 16, 2025, to January 16, 2026. The extension aims to coincide with the anticipated readiness of FMCSA's updated registration system.

November 6, 2024

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FMCSA Proposes Postponement for Broker Financial Security Rule Compliance

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced a proposal to push back the enforcement date of its broker financial security requirements to ...

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is thrilled to announce the winners of its 2024 Road Safety Student Art Contest, highlighting the artistic talents of young minds across the nation.

November 4, 2024

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A Bright Call to Action: FMCSA’s 2024 Art Contest Celebrates Student Creativity in Road Safety

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is thrilled to announce the winners of its 2024 Road Safety Student Art Contest, highlighting the artistic ...

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October 4, 2024

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Alaska’s CDL Training Rule Exemption Extended Until 2029

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has decided to prolong an exemption concerning entry-level driver training for certain regions in Alaska for another ...

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September 27, 2024

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2024 International Roadcheck Uncovers Over 16,000 Violations – Is Your Truck Prepared for the Next Inspection?

During the latest International Roadcheck held from May 14-16, enforcement officers across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico carried out 48,761 inspections of commercial vehicles. ...

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September 25, 2024

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FMCSA Greenlights Limited Use of Pulsating Brake Lights for Trucks

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has sanctioned the use of pulsating brake lights for a select number of trucks, awaiting updated industry ...