U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) announced a new, proposed rule that would provide close to $100 million in annual cost savings for businesses and consumers

FTR Transportation Intelligence reported that Class 8 preliminary net orders for June totaled 13100 units, down 33% from May and 6% year over year. ACT Research was slightly higher at 14800 unit, but still down 37% from its May 2024 total and down 12% from June 2023. FTR reports Class 8 orders for the past 12 months have now totaled 273700 units.

On March 19, the Clean Freight Coalition (CFC) released the results of a study looking at the realistic cost of infrastructure buildout for the electrification of medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles.

By November 18, 2024, as part of new federal regulations, drivers with a ‘prohibited’ status in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse will lose or be denied their state-issued commercial driving privileges.” FMCSA warns truck drivers who drug-test positive will lose their CDLs starting late next year.

Monthly truckload tender volumes for September were 16% higher than September of 2018. The number of carrier operating authorities reported by Carrier Details using FMCSA data has risen 49% over the same period.

During Brake Safety Week, commercial motor vehicle inspectors emphasize the importance of brake systems by conducting inspections of commercial motor vehicle brake system components and removing commercial motor vehicles found to have brake-related out-of-service violations from our roadways.

This NPRM (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) proposes to adopt a new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) to require automatic emergency braking (AEB) systems on heavy vehicles, i.e., vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating greater than 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds).

International Roadcheck is an annual three-day event when CVSA-certified inspectors conduct compliance, enforcement and educational initiatives targeted at various elements of motor carrier, vehicle, and driver safety. In this year inspectors will focus on anti-locks breaks and load securement. Here are the recommended tips:

The SMS uses data from roadside inspections, crash reports and investigations to identify and prioritize for intervention the motor carriers that pose the greatest risk to safety. These latest FMCSA proposals aim to identify better the companies needing the most intervention and will help companies use this data to produce safer behaviors.

The Office of Drug and Alcohol Policy and Compliance is issuing a Statement of Enforcement Discretion for Substance Abuse Professionals (SAP) that is effective January 1, 2023. The document authorizes SAPs to conduct remote assessments and evaluations for employees with drug and alcohol violations.

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced in 2020 that it is proposing and seeking public comments on a new pilot program to allow drivers aged 18, 19, and 20 to operate commercial motor vehicles (CMVs) in interstate commerce.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is moving forward with – and seeking comment on a proposed rule that would require the installation of speed-limiting devices on trucks, buses and multipurpose passenger vehicles weighing more than 26,000 pounds.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is moving forward with – and seeking comment on a proposed rule that would require the installation of speed-limiting devices on trucks, buses and multipurpose passenger vehicles weighing more than 26,000 pounds.

1. Permit Oral Fluid testing as an alternative drug testing method for DOT-regulated workplace testing

2. Harmonize, as needed, with the new Mandatory Guidelines for Federal Workplace Drug Testing Programs established by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

Mobile carriers are shutting down their 3G networks to make room for more advanced network services, including 5G. As a result, many older cell phones and other mobile devices will be unable to use data services.

Most truckers are not covered by President Joe Biden’s Covid vaccine and testing requirements for private businesses, according to Labor Secretary Marty Walsh, a win for an industry that had warned of potential walkouts that would disrupt already strained supply chains.​

A shortage of truckers across the U.S. has become so severe that companies are trying to bring in drivers from abroad like seemingly never before.

Many companies looking for resolution with attracting future drivers and experienced drivers to work with theirs companies.

Illinois Trucking Index monthly updated adequate data indicating economic growth in Trucking Industry. The Illinois Trucking Association reports on 7/28/2021 that Illinois Trucking Flash Index, a leading indicator on the economy as it relates to trucking, rose 3.5 points from last week to 125.22 on a scale where readings above 100 indicate a growing economy...

As more “Cannabidiol” or CBD products come onto the market, a growing number of truckers are looking into whether using CBD could put their commercial driver’s license (CDL) at risk. Over the past few years, there has been an explosion of CBD products that promise to reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and reduce everyday aches and pains...

The Canadian ELD mandate is just around the corner. Like the U.S. ELD mandate, the ELD mandate in Canada will require most commercial drivers to install compliant Electronic Logging Devices. It’s important to fully understand the Canada ELD mandate and prepare for it ahead of the June 12, 2021, deadline...

FMCSA issued another extension to the previous CDL/CLP and Medical Examination waivers that were set to expire at the end of this month. This waiver becomes effective on March 1 and expires on May 31, 2021. Please read the specific provisions below, as the dates and applicability vary.