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The Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has extended hearing exemptions for 38 drivers and announced new applications. This update affects carriers that employ hard‑of‑hearing drivers and requires them to verify exemption records and prepare for potential future changes.
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Aurora announced a goal to deploy 30,000 driverless trucks by 2030, starting with 200 units in 2026. The company’s plan hinges on economies of scale, according to Werner, a customer. Carriers can evaluate whether autonomous fleets fit their growth strategy, weigh cost implications, and explore partnership models. This
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A trucking company that lost its operating authority, returned to service, and accumulated safety violations was involved in a crash that injured three people on a New Mexico interstate. The lawsuit points to gaps in vetting and authority checks. Carriers need to act now to prevent similar incidents.
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FMCSA renews hearing exemptions for 12 CMV drivers, enabling hard‑of‑hearing and deaf drivers to keep operating interstate. Carriers must check compliance.
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Short‑haul freight under 100 miles has risen 35% year‑to‑date, while long‑haul volumes slip and intermodal pulls freight from over‑the‑road routes. This shift demands that recruiters and fleet managers re‑evaluate driver rosters, adjust recruitment messaging, and seek new short‑haul partnerships. The trend is still evo
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FMCSA has renewed its voluntary CMV Driver Medication Form, allowing medical examiners to collect medication data from prescribing providers. The request applies to medical examiners and up to 1.47 million healthcare professionals. Carriers should verify whether their examiners use the form, understand the eight‑minute
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SafeHaul’s activity and audit records provide a tamper‑evident log of application changes, credential access, and document signing, with a retention expiry. Learn who benefits, how to use them, and the system’s boundaries.
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FMCSA is renewing its Accident Recordkeeping Requirements. Motor carriers must maintain accident records and can be asked to provide them. The renewal is open for comment until Nov. 9, 2026.
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SafeHaul’s recruiting analytics feature provides dashboards that display where candidates enter and exit the hiring process. Carriers can see pipeline stages and daily counts without manual reporting. However, the data is limited to activity recorded within SafeHaul, and the pipeline stages are fixed. Carriers should v
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FMCSA has opened a comment period on exemption applications for drivers diagnosed with epilepsy or similar conditions that could cause loss of consciousness. Twenty‑one new applications and seven additional requests were received, and nine existing exemptions were renewed. The agency seeks input on the criteria and pro
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The Department of Transportation announced that federal law overrides California's plan to require all propane cylinders sold in the state to be reusable or refillable. The decision affects carriers, manufacturers, and sellers of DOT‑39 propane cylinders. Carriers should verify compliance with federal regulations and c
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With autonomous trucks already operating in 28 states, freight leaders face new realities in driver recruitment and fleet expansion. The shift toward automation could drive consolidation, favor standardization, and leave bulky or nonstandard freight in need of human oversight. Marketplaces may adjust, and oddball loads
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A trucker protest in Mexico has intensified the U.S. B‑1 visa dispute, prompting CBP to announce an extended‑hours program at the Laredo bridge. The protest underscores the uncertainty for drivers needing B‑1 visas to cross the border for short stays. Meanwhile, Imperative Logistics expanded its El Paso footprint by pa
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The Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration announced receipt of four exemption applications from drivers diagnosed with epilepsy. If granted, these drivers could legally operate commercial motor vehicles across state lines. Carriers should review current regulations and consider how
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SafeHaul’s driver applicant tracking system consolidates all applicant information into a single, structured record. It covers contact details, qualifications, licence data, violations, accidents, employment history, general information, review and consent, and moves candidates through a fixed hiring pipeline. This too
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On July 30, 2026, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) renewed an exemption for Landair Transport LLC d/b/a Covenant Logistics. The exemption lets a commercial driver with a valid CDL sit in the front seat of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV) while a commercial learner’s permit (CLP) holder conducts b
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced the renewal of its Non‑Insulin‑Treated Diabetes Mellitus Assessment Form (MCSA‑5872). The voluntary form is used by certified medical examiners to evaluate drivers with non‑insulin‑treated diabetes and determine compliance with FMCSA physical qualifi
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July’s used truck sales jump 10.6% to 26,100 units, a 4.8% rise from June, according to ACT Research. The increase signals higher demand for used vehicles, impacting recruitment and fleet growth decisions for carriers. This article offers practical steps for recruiters and fleet managers to respond to the market shift.
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TFI is partnering with an autonomous truck developer to introduce driverless LTL linehaul operations. Analysts call the logic sound, but the move could reshape driver recruitment and retention. Fleet managers should assess how this technology may affect their operations, driver roles, and hiring plans. This article exp
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On October 1, 2026, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration adopted a 20 percent increase in Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) fees for the 2027 registration year. The change applies to motor carriers, motor private carriers of property, brokers, freight forwarders, and leasing companies. Fees will rise betwee
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NHTSA clarified its authority over fuel‑economy standards for commercial medium‑ and heavy‑duty on‑highway vehicles and work trucks. The agency cannot set separate engine standards. The rule applies to these vehicle classes, not light‑duty trucks. Carriers must verify fleet eligibility and watch for a forthcoming rulem
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced a proposed rule that would codify English language proficiency (ELP) as an out‑of‑service (OOS) violation. The change aims to standardize enforcement across the industry by aligning federal regulations with the North American Standard Out‑of‑Service
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Einride’s latest earnings reveal a 27% increase in revenue and a 60% rise in driver‑less hours, underscoring that autonomous trucking is entering mainstream freight operations. For carriers, recruiters and fleet managers, the shift raises questions about driver demand, training, and fleet expansion. This piece breaks d
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has renewed its request to collect data on commercial driver drug and alcohol testing. The renewal extends the Clearinghouse’s reporting rules, requiring carriers to query and report driver status annually. The notice invites comment until September 3, 2026.
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PHMSA’s final rule, effective September 3, 2026, removes the option to pay hazardous materials registration fees by paper check and mandates electronic payment through the DOT e‑Commerce site. The change aligns with Executive Order 14247 and aims to streamline processing and reduce administrative burden. Carriers subje
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The FMCSA issued a final rule on July 21, 2026, making technical corrections to the FMCSR. The amendments fix errors, update obsolete references, and clarify language without adding new obligations. Carriers should review the changes to ensure compliance with the updated references and confirm how the organizational ru
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