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Tennessee needs citizenship, lawful presence proof for 8,800 CDL holders

The state said it identified older files that need to be updated under the current federal and state standards. Also: Tech supplier seeks waiver for mirror-alternative camera system; PacLease opened 17 new locations in 2025.

January 13, 2026

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Trucking's random drug testing rate unchanged for 2026

Carriers are still required to randomly select 50% of their drivers for random drug tests, and 10% for random alcohol tests. Also: FMCSA allowing states to waive hazmat endorsement requirement for certain jet fuel haulers; and FMCSA exploring rolling back 2023 emergency declaration change.

January 12, 2026

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January 13, 2026

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Venture Transport adds team drivers to dedicated business

Venture's The new team positions are dedicated regional jobs. Also: Truck drivers reminded to stay on interstates in Western North Carolina; Clarios expands connected services platform.

January 9, 2026

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Fleets, drivers given more time to use paper medical cards

The waiver, in place since July, has now been extended until April 10, allowing fleets and drivers to use paper copies of their medical cards as proof of a driver's medical certification for up to 60 days after its issuance. Also: Echo Global Logistics launches new cross-border service; more.

January 7, 2026

Truck Highway Medical Certificate

USPS to remove unvetted non-domiciled drivers from trucking fleet

All non-domiciled CDL operators have to be thoroughly vetted by the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.

January 5, 2026

The Postal Service moves 55,000 loads by truck every day – nearly 2 billion miles per year.

$118M in DOT grants awarded for enforcement, CDL issuance, more

FMCSA awarded High Priority grants, CDL Program Implementation grants and Commercial Motor Vehicle Operator Safety Training to close out 2025. Also: Rhode Island heating fuel emergency declared; Allison Transmissions acquires Dana's Off-Highway business for $2.7 billion.

January 5, 2026

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Economic trends

Could Trump's $2,000 tariff dividend boost freight?

Could $2,000 tariff dividend checks spark a 2021-style freight boom, or will inflation and debt dampen the impact?

January 2, 2026

Trumps $2,000 Tariff Dividend And Trucking

FMCSA issues CDL testing waiver for Mass. island drivers

Prospective CDL holders taking their CDL skills tests on Martha's Vineyard get to waive a portion of the test, but will receive restricted CDLs. Also: Mack delivers new Pioneer to mid-Atlantic fleet; Dealers Choice Auto Transport acquired.

January 2, 2026

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Bill to expand agricultural commodity short-haul exemption reintroduced

The bill would expand ag haulers' HOS exemption to be year-round rather than just in state-designated planting and harvesting seasons. Also: Previously-recalled Mack Granites hit with another; Averitt announces new VP.

December 31, 2025

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FMCSA revokes certification of four ELDs from three companies

Motor carriers and drivers using the four devices should stop using them and replace them with a compliant device within 60 days. Meantime, revert to paper logs.

December 30, 2025

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The Dignity Act could help fill trucking's labor gap

The Dignity Act of 2025 aims to reform EB-3 visas and provide long-haul carriers with stable, legal foreign labor.

December 30, 2025

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Rail companies wary of trucking's adoption of autonomous trucks

Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern argue their merger is vital to survive the "intensifying" threat of driverless trucks and autonomous vehicle technology.

December 26, 2025

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Beware increased cargo theft activity during winter holiday period

CargoNet reported an 82% uptick in cargo theft activity during the winter holiday period between 2020 and 2024. Also: Nebraska heating fuel haulers get HOS relief; Trucking Cares Foundation donates $10K to veterans-support organization.

December 25, 2025

Cargo thieves still more than $32 million worth of goods during the previous five winter holiday seasons, with an average loss value per theft of nearly $350,000.

FMCSA offers details on new warning-device study plans

The agency will conduct a controlled experiment on a closed course to study the effects of warning devices to help determine future regulation. Also: Border Patrol, ICE arrest 87 "illegal alien" CDL holders; nat-gas distribution company Martin Midstream names next Land Transportation Senior VP.

December 24, 2025

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Winter weather prompts more HOS relief in three states

Drivers transporting certain heating fuels get hours-of-service relief in New York, Maine and Kansas. Also: Love's Financial expands with three acquisitions; massive proposed rail merger gets pushback; Peach State Truck Centers opens new driver-focused dealership.

December 23, 2025

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ATA petitions FMCSA for exemption to effectively extend under-21 pilot program

In response to ATA's petition, OOIDA urged FMCSA to reject it and instead offered support for another path for under-21 truckers. Also: Railroad associations' HOS exemption provisionally renewed; Volvo donates new VNL to children's museum; Nagle Companies' president recognized by local trucking organization.

December 22, 2025

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Safety & Compliance

Marijuana rescheduling won't affect DOT drug testing rules, agency says

Despite marijuana's reclassification to a Schedule III drug, DOT told CCJ that "safety-sensitive positions will still be barred from ingesting the drug."

December 18, 2025

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House members launch bipartisan Congressional Trucking Caucus

The caucus will focus on trucking issues and policies that promote integrity, safety and growth within the industry. Also: Volvo Group opening new parts distribution center in Washington; Hyundai Translead partners with Hyundai Capital to form new financing arm.

December 18, 2025

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GP Transco upgraded its in-house TMS with two AI-powered tools to improve driver/load planning and reduce inefficiencies. Currently, 95% of load entries are automated through data robots and EDI, minimizing mismatched loads, reducing planner workload and boosting customer satisfaction. The company was named CCJ's Innovator of the Year Thursday night. Pictured are CEO Dominic Zastarskis and Amos Savickas, EVP of Operations.

GP Transco named CCJ's Innovator of the Year

Commercial Carrier Journal has named Joliet, Illinois-based GP Transco its 2026 CCJ Innovator of the Year.

Truck Accidents Freight Broker Liability

Should brokers be liable in the event of a truck crash?

Werner Truck

Will Werner's $245M FirstFleet buy signal new era of dedicated trucking consolidation?

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Former Montgomery Transport trucks, trailers, other assets up for auction

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

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