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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 ...

A practical look at the gear flatbed drivers rely on to reduce injuries, secure loads faster, and stay compliant with cargo securement rules on every haul.

March 13, 2026

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Essential Gear Every Flatbed Driver Needs to Cut Injuries and Deck Time

Flatbed drivers work long hours securing irregular loads in rain, wind, and darkness. Falls from trailer heights and cargo shifts create real risks that ...

All truckers and bus drivers will now be required to take CDL exams in English. Learn how this nationwide rule affects new license applicants and supports safer roads for professional drivers.

February 25, 2026

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All Truckers and Bus Drivers Will Now Take CDL Tests in English

Starting this year, every truck and bus driver seeking a commercial driver’s license (CDL) in the United States will be required to take the ...

Truck drivers can reduce delays and citations by understanding state-level weight enforcement hotspots, inspection practices, and how weight compliance is enforced across U.S. highways.

January 16, 2026

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What Truck Drivers Need to Know About State-Level Weight Enforcement Hotspots

Weight enforcement is one of the most consistent operational risks truck drivers face across the United States. While federal weight limits are standardized, enforcement ...

California Highway Patrol warns truck drivers to double-check GPS routes after a tractor-trailer became stuck on a narrow gravel road in Placer County, highlighting the risks of relying solely on navigation apps.

January 13, 2026

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CHP Warns Drivers to Double Check GPS After Truck Gets Stuck on Placer County Road

The California Highway Patrol is reminding truck drivers to verify GPS routes after a tractor-trailer became stuck on a narrow gravel road in Placer ...

Arizona Highway Patrol conducted a commercial vehicle enforcement detail on I-10 between Benson and Wilcox in honor of a fallen officer. The operation focused on Move Over Law enforcement and commercial vehicle compliance, resulting in multiple citations and inspections affecting truck drivers and carriers.

December 26, 2025

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Arizona Highway Patrol Conducts I-10 Enforcement Detail to Honor Fallen Officer

Arizona law enforcement recently carried out a commercial vehicle enforcement effort along Interstate 10 in southeastern Arizona that carried deeper meaning than a routine ...

Truck drivers are encouraged to attend the Midwest Commercial Vehicle Safety Summit in Kansas City on December 16 and 17. Learn about the sessions, speakers, and registration details for this free event.

December 12, 2025

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Truck Drivers Encouraged to Attend Kansas City Safety Summit This December

Truck drivers spend more time on the road than anyone, which makes their voice essential when decisions about highway safety are being made. Later ...

FMCSA removes 5 ELDs from its approved list. Truck drivers using Ontime Logs PT, Green Light, Sahara, US FAST, or ELDWISE must switch to compliant devices by January 20, 2026.

November 25, 2025

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FMCSA Pulls 5 ELDs from Approved Device List: What Truckers Need to Know

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced on November 20 that five electronic logging devices (ELDs) have been removed from the agency’s list ...

OOIDA praises DOT for improving the complaint system for truck drivers, but urges further updates. Learn what changes have been made to the NCCDB and what OOIDA wants next.

November 6, 2025

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OOIDA Responds to DOT Updates: Complaint System Improved but Still Needs Work

The U.S. Department of Transportation is making strides to improve its complaint system for truck drivers, but industry advocates say there is still more ...

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 ...