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FMCSA announces rapid actions to shut down ‘chameleon carriers,’ CDL mills, ELD cheating
DOT and FMCSA lay out a sweeping agenda of reforms to ELD vetting, carrier registrations, "covert operations" against CDL corruption, and three new rulemakings. "If you're not following the rules, we're going to put you out of business," said Derek Barrs.
February 20, 2026
Parking
Truck Parking: DOT update on funding, development | Fake Cali CDL yields arrest, deportation for Mexican driver
An upcoming virtual meeting will feature an update from U.S. DOT officials and the National Coalition on Truck Parking on the state of truck parking funding, planning and development. Also: Lighting manufacturer seeks waiver; Mexican national truck driver arrested for illegal presence.
February 20, 2026
Regulations
FMCSA finalizes removal, amendment of 12 of 18 ‘burdensome’ regs previously identified
FMCSA has moved forward on a dozen of its proposed deregulatory actions, including removing the requirement to carry extra spare fuses, clarifying that electronic DVIRs are allowed, and more.
February 20, 2026
Business
'Great news for spot rates'? Supreme Court rules against Trump emergency tariffs
The court's ruling sets up potential for a "flood of goods out of bonded warehouses and foreign trade zones into the 'consumption channel'" with some further court action, according to one analyst. At once, the president claimed most tariffs would remain in one form or another. Details on the ruling here.
February 20, 2026
Regulations
Non-domiciled CDL drivers, advocates call for California, Pennsylvania to fight DOT
California and Pennsylvania haven't been shy about fighting DOT over the rights of non-domiciled CDL holders, but that hasn't been enough for activist groups that demand change now.
February 19, 2026
Regulations
Environmental, health groups challenge EPA's regs rollback in court
A coalition of more than a dozen health and environmental advocacy organizations filed a lawsuit against the EPA for its decision to rescind the 2009 Endangerment Finding, subsequent greenhouse-gas-emissions regs. Also: Pilot expands network with new, renovated locations; two new TA Express locations open along I-80.
February 19, 2026
Equipment
Aurora adds 1K-mile 'driverless' lane: Will solo HOS regs apply for the in-cab observer?
The autonomous truck tech developer is deploying trucks on the Fort Worth-to-Phoenix lane, longer than a solo professional driver could complete in a daily HOS duty cycle. CVSA explained the state of play for such trucks' necessary HOS compliance, or lack thereof.
February 19, 2026
Regulations
FMCSA shuts down 500 'CDL mills' after wave of in-person audits
A sweep of in-person audits in December saw 448 schools shut down for failing to meet training/safety standards. Another 109 schools shut themselves down after learning they'd be audited.
February 18, 2026
Overdrive Extra
Federation of Professional Truckers explains ELD exemption push with FMCSA, future plans
FOPT quickly made itself known with FMCSA's publication of a petition from the group for an ELD exemption for its members and others. Leadership has its sights set on improving many other areas of trucking.
February 18, 2026
Regulations
Illinois defends non-domiciled CDLs after DOT threatens $128M penalty
DOT has again called out a state for issuing CDLs to non-citizens in ways that don't comply with federal regulations, yet Illinois defends its program. Overdrive reporting last year revealed a dramatic increase in non-citizen driver licensing there.
February 18, 2026
Regulations
Could EPA delay 2027 NOx regs? | Chicago I-294 interchange: Nation's worst truck bottleneck
The interchange of Interstate 294 and I-290/I-88 in Chicago has taken the top spot as the worst freight bottleneck in the U.S. Also: ATA calls on EPA to reevaluate looming Heavy-Duty NOx regs; more truck parking in a "best state" for highway downtime.
February 18, 2026
Business
'Chameleon broker?': Big broker AGX goes bust, doesn't pay carriers, starts new MC
A source inside AGX Freight said carriers were misled about payment while company management launched a new brokerage, Freedom Freight Logistix.
February 17, 2026
Hours of Service
HOS waivers for heating fuel haulers extended in 21 states
Drivers transporting heating fuels in 21 states encompassing much of the Northeast and Midwest can operate beyond their maximum driving time regs through Feb. 28.
February 17, 2026
Regulations
New bill targets 'chameleon carriers' | Western Star battery-issue recall over fire threat hits 27K trucks
The new bill would require an FMCSA study of chameleon carriers, along with an "automation tool" to help detect such carrier registrations. Also: 27K Western Stars in updated recall; 800 Volvo VNLs' potential parking brake issue; new Love's along I-12 in Louisiana.
February 17, 2026
Business
Hundreds of carriers unpaid after big brokers R&R, AGX Freight, Helix Logistics shutter
Sizable brokers are closing left and right, and a bank's lawsuit alleges some just continued to book loads despite knowing they're insolvent. Now, hundreds if not thousands of carriers are collectively owed millions.
February 16, 2026
Life
$7.8 million cargo theft ring charged in Florida
Six individuals charged in the case face a combined maximum penalty of 300 years in the Florida Department of Corrections. Also: Paccar Parts opens third Canadian distribution center.
February 16, 2026
Regulations
California vows legal fight after EPA rescinds GHG Endangerment Finding
California Gov. Gavin Newsom immediately challenged the Trump Administration's decision to rescind the 2009 Endangerment Finding that allowed greenhouse gas emissions regulations. Also: Estes makes Pacific Northwest acquisition; new Love's open with no truck parking.
February 13, 2026
Regulations
Owner-op, unions challenge FMCSA's non-domiciled CDL ban
Jorge Rivera Lujan and fellow plaintiffs are back in court after FMCSA's final rule doubled down on banning non-domiciled CDLs. Potentially, the petitioners could shut down the rule once again.
February 13, 2026
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'Great news for spot rates'? Supreme Court rules against Trump emergency tariffs
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