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Regulations
How DOT's non-citizen CDL crackdown could affect driver recruiting
In this part two of our conversation with 160 Driving Academy's Steve Gold, we hear about what kind of impact his company is seeing and what he expects as we move into 2026.
November 21, 2025
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Regulations
'Illegal alien' truck drivers arrested in New York, Texas
Border Patrol agents arrested 30 "illegal alien" truck drivers along I-90 in New York, while Texas troopers arrested 31 along I-40 earlier this month. Also: Amazon truck drivers in Kentucky become first to join Teamsters; PrePass expands weigh station bypass mobile app to new state.
November 21, 2025
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Five more ELDs lose certification from FMCSA
FMCSA has revoked the certification of ELDs from five providers: Ontime Logs, Green Light ELD, Sahara ELD, US Fast, and ELD Wise. Users advised to revert to paper logs or logging software for hours of service recording.
November 20, 2025
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Regulations
FMCSA proposes study of impact of HOS regs on crash risk
The study will look at crash risk by driving hour, impact of the 34-hour restart provision and more. Also: Another bill would codify CDL restrictions for non-citizens; Wabash issues trailer recalls.
November 20, 2025
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Emissions
EPA won't delay 2027 NOx rule, but plans 'major changes'
The EPA says it will maintain its 2027 NOx timeline, citing a need to protect health and avoid market distortions.
November 17, 2025
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Regulations
Grote strobing brake lamp gets another 5-year safety waiver from FMCSA
Data shows eductions in rear-end collisions with Grote's Auxiliary Strobe and Stop Lamp installed. Also: Averitt partners with Operation Stand Down Tennessee; Daimler trucks recalled for axle issue.
November 19, 2025
The Grote Auxiliary Strobe and Stop Lamp flashes amber five times in four seconds before settling into a solid red state, ensuring maximum attention from following drivers without causing distraction or confusion.
Workforce
Will CDL crackdown spur COVID-era 'free-for-all' for truck drivers?
FMCSA crackdowns on non-qualified drivers are removing tens of thousands of drivers from the road monthly and might spark a "scramble for truck drivers."
November 13, 2025
Driver Retention And Pay
Regulations
Bill targets 'life-threatening' engine derates in extreme cold
A new Senate bill targets "life-threatening" engine shutdowns caused by emissions systems in cold weather.
November 12, 2025
A new bill argues that EPA emissions safeguards shouldn't 'jeopardize human safety' in the cold. It would allow manufacturers to suspend derates at freezing temps and create a year-round DEF exemption for vehicles north of 59 degrees latitude.
Alternative power
Groups press states to leverage public funds to lower electric truck prices
Clean energy advocates are urging regulators in California, New York, and Washington to mandate ZEV truck price disclosure as a condition for state incentives.
November 8, 2025
4 Gen Logistics Vnr Electric Customer Event
Regulations
Brake Safety Week sidelines 2,300 trucks
Inspectors placed 2,296 trucks out of service due to brake-related violations, leading to a 15.1% OOS rate for the blitz. Also: More truck parking coming to Wisconsin with rest area reopening; Averitt donates to Tennessee State Parks.
November 7, 2025
Brakes Inspection
Regulations
Are carriers with ELP violations less safe? New research says yes
A University of Tennessee study finds truck drivers and carriers with English Language Proficiency (ELP) violations have substantially more safety violations and worse CSA scores.
November 6, 2025
English Language Elp Violations Unsafe Trucking Carriers
Regulations
FMCSA waiver accelerates diesel tech onboarding
FMCSA's exemption allows fleets, dealers, and technical schools to certify diesel techs in four months instead of a full year.
November 5, 2025
Fmcsa Diesel Tech Waiver
Regulations
OEMs win first round of CARB's Clean Truck lawsuit
Court: CARB is "enjoined from implementing, enforcing, attempting to enforce, or threatening to enforce the Clean Truck Partnership."
November 3, 2025
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Regulations
Truck drivers arrested as part of ICE operation in Indiana
The Department of Homeland Security announced the arrest of 223 "illegal aliens" in Indiana, including 46 CDL holders. Also: America's Road Team receives new Volvo VNL 860; Southeastern Freight Lines celebrates 40-plus years of service at three North Carolina terminals.
November 3, 2025
This non-domiciled CDL was one of three made public by DHS that officials said were among the 46 issued to 'illegal aliens.'
Emissions
CARB suing truck manufacturers, allege group breached emissions deal
Legal battle over the Clean Truck Partnership escalates as CARB files a lawsuit against truck makers.
October 30, 2025
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Government affairs
ATA's Spear sees opportunities for more wins in Washington
ATA chief underscores need for change in independent contractor classification, tort reform and qualified driver retention at this year's address to ATA members.
October 27, 2025
Chris Spear, ATA president & CEO, highlights legislative and regulatory wins and discusses remaining challenges for the trucking industry at the 2025 ATA Management Conference & Exhibition in San Diego.
Safety & Compliance
ATA: Driver shortage about quality, not quantity
Despite 39,000 carriers exiting, ATA Economist Bob Costello asks why fleets raised pay in a recession if finding qualified drivers is easy.
October 27, 2025
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Regulations
Cargo theft ring busted in Southern California
Twelve individuals were arrested and charged for their roles in a cargo theft scheme in which they stole cargo estimated "in the millions of dollars," according to police. Also: NTTC's brake-light exemption renewed through 2030; ATHS inducts four into trucking hall of fame.
October 24, 2025
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How DOT's non-citizen CDL crackdown could affect driver recruiting
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Workforce
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Workforce
Show me the money: Drivers report falling pay, shrinking miles and pay disputes with carriers
A new bill argues that EPA emissions safeguards shouldn't 'jeopardize human safety' in the cold. It would allow manufacturers to suspend derates at freezing temps and create a year-round DEF exemption for vehicles north of 59 degrees latitude.
Regulations
Bill targets 'life-threatening' engine derates in extreme cold
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