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ATA among orgs urging DOJ action on cargo theft
A letter from organizations and businesses across industries called on the Justice Department to move forward with funds allocated for fighting cargo theft. Also: Fleet receives OK from FMCSA to use auxiliary brake lights; TCA awards $182K in scholarships.
April 30, 2026
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'No fear of taking this on': Texas CDL schools surprised by allegations
Schools say they were not aware they were under investigation and deny any wrongdoing.
April 29, 2026
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FMCSA adds ID verification for employers, others in Clearinghouse
The move is part of an effort to strengthen fraud prevention, improve record accuracy, and enhance accountability with FMCSA's Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. Also: Fake fleet owner gets prison time, big fine for Ponzi scheme; FBI seeks info on missing trucker.
April 29, 2026
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FMCSA readies launch of new motor carrier registration system
FMCSA is replacing the Unified Registration System with Motus, a new platform that introduces enhanced identity and business verification tools to reduce fraud and streamline registration for motor carriers and brokers.
April 28, 2026
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Texas AG launches probe into trucking schools over English proficiency, safety standards
From Odessa to Arlington, several Texas trucking schools face investigation for accelerated 20-day programs and violating English proficiency laws.
April 28, 2026
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Rethinking hours of service: a readiness-based model for safer and more productive fleets
Current HOS regulations rely on manual clocks and paper-log logic. A Dynamic Hours of Service framework uses biometric readiness and ADAS data to modernize driver safety and regulatory compliance.
April 27, 2026
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New legislation takes aim at states' license issuance
The "No Licenses for Illegal Drivers or Truckers Act" would cut states' federal highway funding by 10% for not verifying license applicants' legal status. Also: Amazon partners with Einride to add 75 electric trucks to fleet; Coke Canada expanding electric-truck fleet.
April 24, 2026
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Safety & Compliance
Roadcheck check up: Are you ready?
The 2026 CVSA International Roadcheck is scheduled for May 12–14, 2026, and beyond the focuses (ELD compliance and cargo securement), inspectors will obviously be on the lookout for other violations.
April 23, 2026
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Safety & Compliance
Feds reclassify marijuana, still banned for truckers
Marijuana, which accounts for nearly 60% of all positive drug tests among commercial drivers, remains a prohibited substance under 49 CFR Part 40.
April 23, 2026
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Legislation to combat freight fraud introduced in Congress
The bill is companion legislation to the SAFER Transport Act introduced in the U.S. Senate earlier this year and would strengthen federal efforts to crack down on freight fraud. Also: PlusAI calls off plan to go public; CDL applicant guilty of bribing skills tester; more.
April 23, 2026
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Ohio going after more than 300 trucking companies for millions in unpaid tolls
315 trucking companies owe the state of Ohio nearly $5.2 million.
April 21, 2026
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Cross-border crackdown: U.S. and Canada tighten the rules on trucking accountability
With the U.S. intensifying labor and safety enforcement in the commercial trucking sector, Canada is showing signs of a long-overdue reset.
April 21, 2026
If both the United States and Canada are now moving toward more consistent enforcement and oversight, that shift signals a necessary course correction.
Regulations
Covenant requests extension of exemption pre-CDL drivers
The exemption allows CLP holders who have passed the CDL skills test to drive without a CDL holder in the front seat. Also: Saia expands in Northeast; ATRI president to retire.
April 21, 2026
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Lawmakers press HHS on drug testing standards
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is calling on HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. to remove FDA barriers blocking oral fluid and hair drug testing for federal and DOT workers.
April 17, 2026
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How criminals exploit trucking M&A, and what legit buyers need to know
From Facebook listings to F-reorganizations, what every buyer and seller needs to know before they sign.
April 17, 2026
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Avoiding ELD violations: 'Details are always your friend'
Last year, hours of service violations accounted for nearly 32% of all driver out-of-service orders. Are your drivers using personal conveyance correctly, or are they unknowingly flagging themselves for a false log violation?
April 16, 2026
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Regulations
Aurora petitions FMCSA for extended warning-device exemption
The exemption would allow autonomous trucks to utilize cab-mounted beacons in lieu of the warning devices otherwise required by the FMCSRs. Also: FMCSA reinstates state's non-domiciled CDL program; trucking image award nominations open; more.
April 16, 2026
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FMCSA overhauling DataQ system
Carriers stand a better chance on legitimate challenges with new rules that require more transparency on rejections.
April 15, 2026
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