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New truck stop near Dallas offers paid parking, free amenities
The new SafeStop truck stop near the I-20/I-45 interchange offers 140 paid parking spaces, free showers, a driver's lounge and other amenities. Also: Former FMCSA acting administrator named TCA president; Mack's NASCAR partnership renewed.
February 10, 2026
Regulations
No English-proficiency out-of-service orders in ‘border commercial zones’: FMCSA
New FMCSA guidance clarifies that no driver cited for an ELP violation in a U.S-Mexico border commercial zone, regardless of where the driver's licensed, should be placed out-of-service. Border-zone violations account for a majority of ELP infractions: Latest accounting.
February 6, 2026
Regulations
FMCSA 'on-site investigating' carrier whose 'illegal alien' driver's crash killed 4 in Indiana
The White House itself responded to a deadly crash in Indiana's Amish country as DOT says FMCSA is on the ground going after the carrier who hired an "illegal alien."
February 5, 2026
Regulations
DOT calls out Utah for lapses in non-domiciled CDL issuance
DOT quietly struck down Utah's ability to issue non-domiciled CDLs just weeks after the state extended the license of Jorge Rivera Lujan, the owner-operator whose lawsuit stopped FMCSA's rulemaking on non-citizen drivers.
February 5, 2026
Overdrive Extra
Connor's Law: Truck crash tragedy, ELP advocacy, and a mother's courage
English-language requirements for truck drivers were codified in recent funding legislation -- among goals of "Connor's Law" after young Connor Dzion's death. Here, a tribute to Dzion's mother for her courage stepping into the trucking world post-tragedy, and the truckers who welcomed her.
February 4, 2026
Regulations
Funding bill signed into law enshrines ELP as an OOS violation
The government funding legislation signed by President Trump codifies the English language proficiency executive order and allocates $200M specifically for truck parking.
February 4, 2026
Regulations
Florida, Arizona bills would let police seize, sell trucks driven by illegal aliens
New bills introduced in Arizona and Florida would allow police to impose harsh fines for false CDLs, take and sell trucks driven by non-citizens, and in some cases even shut down the carriers that hired them.
January 30, 2026
Hours of Service
Hours-of-service waiver declared in 40 states for winter weather, interstate closures
FMCSA declared a regional emergency that covers drivers and motor carriers providing emergency relief in 40 states due to a winter storm that swept across the U.S. over the weekend.
January 26, 2026
Regulations
Emergencies declared across Southeast ahead of winter storm, bringing HOS waivers
A massive winter storm forecast to impact much of the U.S. over the weekend prompted emergency declarations in at least a half-dozen states that waive certain trucking regs for emergency response.
January 23, 2026
Life
Cargo thieves shifted to high-value theft in 2025: CargoNet
The number of cargo thefts in 2025 was essentially flat compared to 2024, yet the total loss value of thefts increased 60%, marking a shift toward maximizing revenue by thieves. Also: FMCSA seeking nominations for safety advisory committee; Mac LTT rebrands under Mac Trailer name.
January 22, 2026
Parking
Truckers asked to participate in truck parking survey for third Jason's Law report
The Federal Highway Administration is conducting surveys for its third Congressionally-required Jason's Law assessment of truck parking inventories/needs nationwide. Also: Heating fuel emergency declarations/HOS waiver extended; Freedom 250 Mobile Museum Tour kicks off.
January 21, 2026
Life
Six from multi-state cargo theft ring get fines, prison time for $5M haul
Six members of a cargo theft ring accused of stealing tractor-trailers containing more than $5 million in goods have been sentenced to prison time, fines. Also: 80 trucks out-of-service during three-day blitz in Maine; I-70 truck parking improvements planned.
January 20, 2026
Custom Rigs
Up to 175 trucks set to compete in MATS PKY Truck Beauty Championship
The 34th PKY Truck Beauty Championship will take place at the 2026 Mid-America Trucking Show in March.
January 19, 2026
Regulations
FMCSA removes 3,800 schools from Training Provider Registry amid 'CDL mill' purge
FMCSA this week took another 3,800 CDL schools down amid a full-court press on bad actors in driver training, starting with "CDL mills" and the very idea of "self-certification."
January 16, 2026
Regulations
Florida bill would force carriers that hire illegal aliens to pay for crash injuries
A new bill in Florida would make carriers that hire illegal immigrants "pay out-of-pocket for any injuries" they cause, as well as force insurers to accept fault in car accidents.
January 15, 2026
Life
Truck driver arrested for DUI 'forgot to deliver' load: Arizona police
The driver reportedly drove from Las Vegas to Phoenix, forgot to deliver his load and headed back to Nevada. When he turned back toward Phoenix, police stopped him. Also: MATS registration giveaway ongoing; Peterbilt's diesel tech program hits milestone.
January 15, 2026
Regulations
Carrier faces possible felony charge after fake license plate discovered
A truck's fabricated, phony license plate caught the attention of police in California, who are now investigating the carrier for what could be a felony charge.
January 14, 2026
Regulations
Non-domiciled CDLs are back: New Jersey resumes issuance after FMCSA crackdown
Overdrive finds non-domiciled CDLs are still flowing in New Jersey, but elsewhere DOT seems to have successfully stamped them out, despite a court ruling against it.
January 13, 2026
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ELD-tampering out-of-service orders: New for CVSA's 2026 OOS criteria
CVSA's annual OOS updates and a new inspection bulleting show that as of April 1, roadside truck inspectors will be shifting approach to violations for those found with a false log as a result of ELD tampering. Detail here, with intrastate, alcohol violation updates and more.
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