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Railroad HOS relief extended by FMCSA

The Association of American Railroads and the American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association were granted relief from the 14-hour and 60-/70-hour rules for specific situations. Also: Werner CEO Derek Leathers named new ATA chairman; A. Duie Pyle expands; Diesel thieves busted.

October 22, 2026

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Fleet owner guilty of $2M credit card fraud, ID theft scheme

Hasan Korkmaz pleaded guilty to 18 counts charging him with bank fraud, money laundering and aggravated identity theft. Also: Diesel "deleters" pardoned by Trump at midterm rally; ATRI names next president, CEO.

October 19, 2026

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October 22, 2026

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Safety & Compliance

FMCSA's DataQs reforms officially in effect

All 50 states, D.C. and U.S. territories are now in compliance with FMCSA's updated DataQs requirements announced in April, including a multi-stage review process, a ban on issuing-officer decisions on challenges, strict timelines for reviews and other reforms.

October 15, 2026

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Truck driver petitions FMCSA for mandatory CO detectors after deaths

Driver Todd Daum said the goal of his petition is to “prevent carbon monoxide poisoning deaths and injuries among drivers resting in sleeper berths" as a result of idling diesel engines and exhaust fumes.

October 15, 2026

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ATA taps Alabama's trucking boss as next president, CEO

The American Trucking Associations has appointed Alabama Trucking Association leader Mark Colson as its next president and CEO, effective December 1.

October 15, 2026

$200 million awarded by DOT for truck parking projects

The U.S. DOT awarded INFRA grants for 14 projects across 12 states to expand truck parking capacity across the U.S. Also: Warrior Logistics deploys Waabi autonomous trucks in Texas; Saia expands in New York with new terminal.

October 15, 2026

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North Carolina suspends its fuel tax

North Carolina lawmakers have voted to suspend the state's 41-cent-per-gallon motor fuel tax through Nov. 30. Also: NationaLease gathered finance and IT professionals from across the industry for its 2026 Financial Officers & IT Meeting.

October 13, 2026

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Safety & Compliance

FMCSA’s proposed trucker language rule draws praise and pushback

While major trucking associations strongly support the FMCSA's proposed rule to codify English language proficiency out-of-service rules for safety, immigrant-driver advocates warn that subjective enforcement and a lack of clear national standards could threaten freight capacity and supply chain stability.

October 12, 2026

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Alabama suspends IFTA requirements for hurricane relief

The 30-day IFTA and IRP requirements suspension applies to interstate disaster relief efforts traveling through the state. Also: Two guilty in California cargo theft scheme; Virginia receives grants to improve I-81 congestion.

October 12, 2026

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Trucking org calls for halt of diesel exports

NASTC called on Congress to act to avoid potential shortages of diesel fuel as inventories fall well below normal averages. Also: Fleet owner gets prison time for invoice fraud; ATS names new VP of Enterprise Sales

October 9, 2026

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Safety & Compliance

Alaska will miss e-med cert deadline, FMCSA issues year-long exemption

Alaska is the last state lagging in electronic medical record integration.

October 8, 2026

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Court shoots down operator’s driverless warning-device waiver lawsuit as FMCSA gives 5-year extension

FMCSA has further cleared the way for truly driverless autonomous trucks to operate, granting a full exemption allowing cab-mounted warning beacons instead of requiring warning triangles. Meanwhile, a court shot down an operator's challenge to FMCSA's waivers.

October 8, 2026

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Cummins warns EPA's Texas diesel waiver risks engine damage

Cummins is urging customers to follow strict engine fuel specifications and avoid unapproved high-sulfur diesel.

October 8, 2026

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Safety & Compliance

FDA removes roadblock for oral fluid drug testing

The FDA's final order removes a critical bureaucratic roadblock by exempting regulated toxicology tests from 510(k) clearance, finally unlocking oral fluid testing for safety-sensitive employers.

October 7, 2026

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FMCSA details upcoming hours-of-service flexibility test rules

The agency moves forward with two pilot programs to collect data on increased flexibility in HOS regs with more split-sleeper options (up to 5/5 hours) and the ability to pause the 14-hour clock for up to 3 hours. More than 250 drivers will participate in each test.

October 7, 2026

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Trump orders relief for on-highway red-dyed diesel use

An Executive Order looks to defer payment of the federal excise tax for on-road use of dyed diesel through the end of the year, without interest or penalties, while also exploring potentially eliminating the tax obligation entirely.

October 6, 2026

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3K warnings, 2K citations issued to truck drivers during Operation Safe Driver Week

Operation Safe Driver Week aims to improve driver behavior through traffic enforcement, direct interaction with law enforcement, and public outreach and awareness. Also: STG names new CEO; Volvo, Mack trucks recalled.

October 6, 2026

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Former trucking company owner faces charges over alleged $105M Ponzi scheme

Kristopher Lunsford and others allegedly solicited hundreds of victim-investors to invest in his trucking business by purchasing leases for semi-trucks. Also: FMCSA finalizes return to automatic 30-day emergency relief; Schneider expanding driving instructor positions.

October 5, 2026

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Ionization technology aims to reduce fog-related vehicle accidents

Rain Enhancement Technologies is piloting its fog mitigation system at the California Department of Transportation Dynamic Test Facility. The technology aims to target known fog zones to enhance visibility and reduce related traffic incidents.

Don't underestimate AI's role in trucking's recovery

Multi-vehicle highway collision on wet freeway during rainy conditions with truck and passenger cars

The blind spot in fleet safety: When AI misses the crash risk

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J.B. Hunt eyes 2027 bid season rate hike to fend off higher driver, fuel, and medical costs

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