Regulations

Canada turns enforcement eye toward misclassified truck drivers

An inspection blitz is planned in Ontario in the coming weeks to look for drivers classified as independent contractors who should be employees. Also: Clean Energy Corp. opens new RNG production facility; recalls hit International, Mack, Volvo trucks.

December 2, 2025

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DOT removes 3,000 CDL training providers from registry

The CDL training providers were removed "for failing to equip trainees with the Trump Administration’s standards of readiness," according to DOT. Another 4,500 providers were also placed on notice for potential noncompliance.

December 1, 2025

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FMCSA overhauls ELD vetting after logs-tampering craze

FMCSA promised a "more rigorous" vetting process to keep faulty ELDs from the registered devices list, keep bad actors from abusing the system, and stop wasting carriers' time with regular revocations.

December 1, 2025

FMCSA planning to survey truck drivers on truck parking shortage

The agency said it will survey "several thousand truck drivers" from across the industry to learn more about the monetary benefits of new truck parking spaces. Also: St. Christopher Fund pledges continued support of Wreaths Across America.

December 1, 2025

Hours Night Parking Ramp

Alternative power

Petitions look to pressure OEMs into dropping CARB lawsuit

More than 50,000 people have signed petitions calling on the world’s biggest truck manufacturers to drop their lawsuit against California and commit to clean trucking. Also: Former Mass. trooper sentenced for role in CDL bribery scheme; 45 OOS orders issued during week-long enforcement blitz in Wyoming.

November 26, 2025

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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

'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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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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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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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.

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

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

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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

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

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

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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USPS contractor 10 Roads going out of business

Facing a loss of 70% of its revenue, 10 Roads said it will cease operations after January 30.

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Historic rail merger draws ire of competitor

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DOT removes 3,000 CDL training providers from registry

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'Don't trust, always verify' is the expert advice when carriers onboard new products

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How DOT's non-citizen CDL crackdown could affect driver recruiting

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