Regulations

FMCSA seeks to upgrade English language proficiency to be a rule

"This rule ensures that roadside inspectors will always have the full force of federal regulation behind them to issue immediate out-of-service orders whenever an unqualified driver is detected."

August 10, 2026

Yellow runaway truck ramp warning sign on mountain highway with gravel ramp visible in distance

Trump: replace foreign drivers with vets; Homeland Security joins CDL school removal efforts

"... any American who has driven a truck for our military will automatically be eligible for a commercial driver’s license."

July 17, 2026

Sponsor Content

Premium candies, popcorn, caramels, and dubai chocolates for every sweet tooth

Alpine

Now available in select travel centers!

October 1, 2026

Premium candies, popcorn, caramels, and dubai chocolates for every sweet tooth

TCA proposes reform and expansion of FMCSA to focus on safety issues

“A stronger, more efficient, and more accountable FMCSA is essential not only for public safety, but for the stability of the nation’s supply chain."

June 10, 2026

Semi-truck driving on highway at sunset with quote about FMCSA oversight of regulated populations within USDOT.

Texas CDL and CDLP knowledge tests are now in English only

The "change aligns Texas’ testing procedures with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s English language proficiency requirements."

June 5, 2026

Straight highway stretching across flat Texas landscape with 'TEXAS' painted on the road surface

Ohio ends issuing non-domiciled CDLs; notifying 5,000 current holders

The bureau is contacting about 5,000 non-domiciled commercial driver license holders -- slightly more than 1% of the state's CDL holders -- about the status of their licenses.

June 3, 2026

Ohio state tourism signage with red outline and blue script text reading 'The Heart of It All' on building facade

Industry groups praise pro-trucking $580 billion BUILD America 250 Act

“These provisions reflect meaningful progress on key industry priorities and demonstrate that lawmakers are listening to the needs of the industry that keeps America moving."

May 20, 2026

White semi-truck driving on desert highway with mountain ranges and blue sky

FMCSA continues purge of ELDs; 3 more on list of Revoked Devices

Motor carriers have up to 60 days to replace the revoked ELDs with a compliant ELD.

May 8, 2026

Person holding tablet displaying logistics scheduling app with trip details and timeline for San Francisco routes

Reminder: Roadcheck looms; special focus on ELDs & cargo securement

The driver focus for this year’s Roadcheck is on electronic logging devicem tampering, falsification or manipulation.

May 5, 2026

Semi-truck driving on desert highway at golden sunset with mountains in background

FMCSA to roll out new registration system, asks users to prepare

The FMCSA said there are critical steps users must take to prepare for the launch.

April 29, 2026

Semi-truck driving on desert highway with mountains in background under clear blue sky

With FMCSA's Barrs on hand, Georgia places 88 drivers, 51 trucks OOS

The operation targeted unsafe drivers and driving behaviors.

April 28, 2026

USDOT officer conducting roadside truck inspection with another official on a sunny day

State sues DOT and Duffy, FMCSA and Barrs over withholding funds

The FMCSA announced it was withholding $73,502,543 in Federal Highway Administration Funds from New York State.

April 27, 2026

Secretary of Transportation official seal on podium during government address

FMCSA strengthens identity verification on drug, alcohol clearinghouse

“By strengthening identity verification, we are closing gaps that could be exploited by bad actors ..."

April 27, 2026

Driver's hands on steering wheel while operating a vehicle on a rural road

FMCSA says its new DataQs program improvements benefit drivers

"America's hardworking truck drivers deserve a system that treats them fairly."

April 15, 2026

Truck driver gripping steering wheel with both hands during daytime driving

CVSA updates list of Standard Out Of Service Criteria as of April 1

Certified commercial motor vehicle enforcement personnel utilize the out-of-service criteria to determine whether or not drivers or vehicles present an imminent hazard and should be placed out of service.

April 2, 2026

Yellow diamond-shaped out of service warning sign with black and yellow caution tape on dark background

FMCSA continues purge, adds 14 more ELDs to its Revoked Devices list

“Meeting federal requirements isn’t optional. If a device falls short, it will be removed. "

March 4, 2026

Person using a tablet to view a scheduling or calendar app near a window with a city view in the background

Illinois claps back on DOT's threat over non-domiciled CDL processes

"We can see the actions by the Trump administration taking their toll on our truckers and our farmers, both of whom are essential to Illinois’ economy.”

February 19, 2026

Screenshot 2026 02 19 At 2 26 19 Pm

Final rule tightens regulations on non-domiciled CDLs, learner permits

"This final rule is a major step toward safer roads, stronger accountability, and a more professional trucking industry.”

February 12, 2026

Government official speaking at Department of Transportation podium

Here's what made 2025 such an 'interesting' year for the U.S. trucking industry

THE top story of 2025 was one, which normally would not have come close to being singled out for this position among the year’s most important stories.

December 31, 2025

Red semi-truck against cloudy sky with 'Top Stories of 2025' text

Page 1 of 9

Composite infographic showing critical trucking industry issues: driver operating vehicle, commercial trucks at facility, and legal scales with gavel

Drivers rate fuel prices, parking, compensation as top issues of concern

Motor carriers, which made up 48% of respondents, had rather different issues of concern on ATRI's annual survey.

Aerial view of organized truck parking lot with multiple commercial vehicles in rows

Feds award $200 million for 14 truck parking projects in 12 states

Green fuel pump nozzle inserted into vehicle's fuel tank during refueling

Trump claims deal with Russia for diesel; calls it 'my Greatest Priority'

Professional truck driver operating a semi-truck on a multi-lane highway during autumn, with fall foliage visible along the roadside.

Driver pay increased in 2025's freight recession, says new ATA study

Shield every start with Lucas Oil Winter Shield Diesel Treatment

Shield every start with Lucas Oil Winter Shield Diesel Treatment