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U.S. Roadcheck results: 7,920 vehicles & 2,151 drivers placed out of service
The top vehicle violation in the U.S. was for defective brakes (3,093). The U.S.'s top driver violation was hours of service (845). Loading was the top hazmat violation (60).
September 24, 2024
Colorado expands mandatory chain laws, limits trucks' left lane use
Commercial drivers are urged to pay attention to new signs still being placed along these areas, alerting truckers of the restrictions.
September 13, 2024
2 more ELD's removed from FMCSA's list of registered devices
If the ELD providers correct all identified deficiencies for their devices, FMCSA will place the ELDs back on the list of registered devices and inform the industry of the update.
August 15, 2024
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FMCSA: Carriers' CLP holders can drive without CDL holder in passenger's seat
The exemption, "subject to the terms and conditions imposed, will maintain a level of safety that is equivalent to, or greater than, the level that would be achieved absent such exemption."
July 31, 2024
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Unpermitted load overweight by 103,300 lbs. fined $39,101 in CT
Using portable scales, the troopers discovered the gross vehicle weight of the truck and its load was 183,300 pounds, which meant it was overweight by 103,300 pounds.
July 12, 2024
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FMCSA orders CA trucking company shut down after crash, violations
FMCSA conducted a compliance investigation and concluded that Monique Trucking is egregiously noncompliant with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations ...
July 3, 2024
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FMCSA gets yet another top administrator; third one this year
“Our agency is focused on enhancing safety for all roadway users, and I am committed to working with safety partners across the commercial motor vehicle industry to get this work done.”
June 25, 2024
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FMCSA hosts 3 safety fitness determination listening sessions
If you are unable to attend any of the sessions above, FMCSA is also accepting written comments through Aug. 7.
June 10, 2024
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EPA's new truck emissions standards target of lawsuit by 24 states
" Neither California nor the EPA has the constitutional power to dictate these nationwide rules to Americans."
May 15, 2024
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Work on track to open limited access to Port of Baltimore; city files suit
... the city claims the collapse of the bridge was the result of the "gross negligence, and recklessness, and as a result of the unseaworthiness of the vessel."
April 24, 2024
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CVSA's updated out of service criteria become effective as of today
Certified commercial motor vehicle enforcement personnel use the out-of-service criteria to determine whether drivers or vehicles present an imminent hazard and should be placed out of service.
April 1, 2024
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EPA announces new emissions standards; trucking groups react
"This administration appears more focused on placating extreme environmental activists who have never been inside a truck than the small business truckers who ensure that Americans have food in their grocery stores and clothes on their backs."
March 29, 2024
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FMCSA planning study of sexual assault, harassment among truckers
FMCSA will use the results of the study to understand any potential regulatory or policy measures needed to improve driver safety and mitigate sexual abuse and sexual harassment.
February 13, 2024
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CVSA's out of service handbook now available; changes effective April 1
Includes 11 changes to rules that place vehicles and drivers out of service.
February 8, 2024
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Trucking reacts to latest change in independent contractor law
"Truckers are tired of the endless parade of classification rules that do not listen to their concerns."
January 15, 2024
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FMCSA sets Jan. 18 for next meeting of its Truck Leasing Task Force
The task force is charged with examining the terms, conditions, and equitability of common truck leasing arrangements, particularly as they impact owner-operators and trucking businesses.
January 8, 2024
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Iowa opens new inspection facility on Interstate 80; second one to come
The patrol said the new building means "inspections can be done in a safe environment and in a climate-controlled area."
January 4, 2024
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Fines for violating FMCSA regulations increased slightly for 2024
The new fine amounts became effective today after the notice of the new rule was published in the Federal Register
December 28, 2023
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Temporary repair of I-40 damaged by Helene expected to begin soon
The North Carolina Department of Transportation cautions truckers to not use several popular navigation apps when traveling through the western part of the state. It said the apps are suggesting routes where truckers are getting stuck.
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U.S. Roadcheck results: 7,920 vehicles & 2,151 drivers placed out of service
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