Safety & Compliance: Page 3

Hours-of-service waiver for Oregon wildfire responders extended

FMCSA has extended a waiver through Sept. 30 that provides HOS relief for truck drivers providing direct assistance to wildfire relief in Oregon. Also: Beware of increased cargo theft on Labor Day and the days following.

September 1, 2025

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Unannounced hazmat inspection blitz uncovers 600 out-of-service violations

CVSA's annual unannounced hazardous materials/dangerous goods inspection blitz resulted in 1,169 total violations in the U.S. and Canada. Also: Pitt Ohio opens relocated Chicago terminal; The Pete Store expands footprint.

August 29, 2025

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Florida setting up English proficiency checks at ag inspection sites

Florida's Agricultural Law Enforcement officers will be conducing immigration and English proficiency enforcement at ag inspection sites across the state. Also: FedEx Freight driver David Comings earned top honors at the 2025 National Truck Driving Championships.

August 26, 2025

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on Monday announced increased immigration enforcement in the state with the help of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

U.S. 'pausing' work visas for commercial truck drivers

Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Thursday the U.S. has paused issuing work visas for commercial truck drivers.

August 22, 2025

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FMCSA issues another waiver for e-med cert rollout

Nearly two months after the rule took effect, 12 states are still non-compliant with FMCSA's Medical Examiner’s Certification Integration (NRII) rule.

August 21, 2025

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History says 13% of trucks will be parked next week with brake trouble

Will your trucks be among the 13% likely to be parked next week during CVSA's Brake Safety Week?

August 19, 2025

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Drivers are key to your DOT rating

Drivers play a key role in whether a carrier is deemed satisfactory and there are several reasons for that.

July 23, 2025

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NYC looking to create overnight truck parking areas

The New York City Council passed a bill that's awaiting the mayor's signature that will require the city's DOT to create overnight truck parking areas in industrial business zones. Also: A. Duie Pyle expands presence in Ohio; ATA's Trucking Association Executives Council gets new leadership

July 22, 2025

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DOT appropriations bill would provide dedicated truck parking funding

The U.S. House's THUD appropriations bill is poised for a markup Thursday and currently includes provisions related to truck parking, speed limiters and more. Also: House bill would require carriers to submit positive hair drug tests to FMCSA Clearinghouse; Truck Parking Club gets investment from Cat Scale.

July 17, 2025

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FMCSA gives drivers, carriers leeway on new electronic med cert rule

The agency has issued a waiver that allows drivers and motor carriers to use a paper copy of the driver's medical certificate for up to 15 days after the certificate was issued, giving more time for the information to be posted to the driver's MVR.

July 14, 2025

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What fleets should know about recent regulatory changes

From the renewed enforcement of the English language proficiency regulations to the implementation of the electronic medical certificate rule and more, fleets need to ensure they remain compliant.

July 11, 2025

How to stay compliant amid confusion around new electronic med cert rule

With still a dozen states yet to comply with FMCSA's rule for electronic transmission of medical certificates, there is some confusion about ensuring compliance. Here, find tips from compliance experts on how to best ensure you and your drivers are authorized to operate.

July 9, 2025

Chicken processor fleet wants to use HOS ag exemption

Indiana-based Protein Transport, which transports chicken products, is petitioning FMCSA to allow it to utilize the 150-air-mile HOS exemption. Also: Truck driver caught attempting to smuggle 13 illegal immigrants in N.M.; recalls for Great Dane trailers, nat-gas Freightliner Cascadias.

July 8, 2025

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CloudTrucks petitions FMCSA for exemption from certain driver application regs

The fleet of more than 700 owner-operators wants to use its own verification process using federal databases rather than requiring driver applicants to provide previous employment information. Also: Ryder recognizes Driver of the Year winners; new Boss Truck Shop in Arkansas.

July 3, 2025

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DataQs reform: FMCSA pivots to new state requirements for funding

Following up on a 2023 proposal to add appeals processes for third-stage DataQs reviews, FMCSA responded to comments received by pivoting to a different approach, state-level changes to the DataQs requirements for MCSAP Grant funding.

July 2, 2025

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No English, no trucking? Survey reveals 82% support for out-of-service orders

Overdrive's recent survey revealed a strong preference for the English language as a prerequisite to driving a commercial truck: 82% supported violators of English language requirements being put out-of-service.

June 24, 2025

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CVSA's unannounced Brake Safety Day puts 400 trucks out of service

Of more than 4,500 inspections conducted during the one-day enforcement initiative, 398 trucks were put OOS for brakes-related violations. Also: Roush Industries to upfit trucks with Kodiak Driver autonomous system; specialized-oversized haulers get HOS waiver; Paper Transport's extended NFL franchise partnership.

June 19, 2025

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FMCSA will use 2-step evaluation for enforcement of English-speaking CDL requirement

FMCSA instructs inspectors to conduct an oral interview in English and an assessment to confirm drivers can read road signs.

May 20, 2025

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With the addition of FirstFleet, Werner is expected to grow its Dedicated revenues by approximately 50% and become North America's fifth-largest Dedicated carrier by power units. The transaction also increases Werner’s share in more resilient categories such as grocery and baked goods.

Werner acquiring FirstFleet for $245M

The acquisition reshapes Werner’s portfolio, shifting the weight of its Truckload Transportation Services (TTS) toward long-term, stable contractual business.

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Pilot Travel Centers set to deploy Tesla Semi chargers spanning 5 states

Peninsula Truck Lines, Inc. announced today that it will implement a Pacific Northwest Compliance Surcharge to help offset the rising regulatory and compliance costs associated with operating in Washington and Oregon.

Peninsula Truck Lines adding PNW compliance surcharge

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Court halts NYSTA surcharge on commercial trucking toll management service providers

Abilene will continue operating through Tuesday, January 27, the company said, maintaining its commitment to safe, reliable, and professional service as resources transition to Swift.

Abilene Motor Express folding into Swift Transportation

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