Trucking news and briefs for Tuesday, June 23, 2026:
- Another ELD’s certification yanked.
- Big meth bust at border.
- Large fleet raising driver pay.
Truckstaff ELD’s self-certification revoked by FMCSA
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration revoked the Truckstaff ELD from the agency’s Registered Devices list on Tuesday.
Truck drivers and motor carriers using the Truckstaff ELD are being asked to discontinue use of the device and revert to paper logs or logging software.
As with prior ELD revocations from FMCSA, the agency did not provide details about how the device is non-compliant, only noting that the provider failed to meet the minimum requirements established in 49 CFR Appendix A to Subpart B of Part 395. Truckstaff did not respond to a request for comment as of press time.
“FMCSA will continue to take appropriate action when devices fail to meet the agency's requirements because accurate and reliable hours-of-service records are essential to safety, compliance, and accountability across the industry,” said FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs.
The Truckstaff device’s revocation marks the 80th revoked device since January 2025.
Motor carriers and drivers have up to 60 days to replace the revoked ELD with a compliant device. In addition to reverting to paper logs or logging software to record required hours of service data, carriers have until Aug. 23 to replace the revoked ELD.
Law enforcement officers are asked to not cite carriers and drivers using the device until Aug. 23 and to instead request the driver’s paper logs, logging software, or use the ELD display as a back-up method to review the hours-of-service data.
After Aug. 23, however, drivers still using the Truckstaff ELD will be considered as operating without an ELD and should be placed out of service.
[Related: FMCSA pulls another dozen ELDs from registry]
$10M in suspected meth seized at border
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers at the World Trade Bridge in Laredo, Texas, recently seized narcotics that totaled over $10,122,000 in street value from a tractor-trailer.
Packages containing 1,100.79 pounds of methamphetamine seized by CBP officers at World Trade Bridge.U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Following a canine and nonintrusive inspection system examination, CBP officers discovered a total of 1,100.79 pounds of suspected methamphetamine within the commodity. The narcotics have a street value of $10,122,012.
CBP seized the narcotics, and Homeland Security Investigations special agents are investigating the seizure.
“This major interception reflects the steadfast dedication of CBP officers to protecting our communities from harmful drugs,” said Port Director Alberto Flores, Laredo Port of Entry. “The professionalism and thorough efforts of our officers are essential to our mission, and this achievement showcases the exceptional work carried out daily in the cargo environment.”
Hirschbach drivers getting pay increases
Hirschbach Motor Lines late last month announced that its over-the-road company drivers and lease operators will receive a 10 cents per mile pay increase over the next several months.
The first pay increase is set to take place in July, when OTR drivers will receive a 5 cpm increase. The second 5-cent increase is expected in Q4.
In addition to the OTR increases, the company said it will implement compensation adjustments across its regional, local and dedicated operations.
"This is a significant investment in our drivers and a reflection of the value they bring to Hirschbach every day," said Richard Stocking, CEO. "Our drivers are the backbone of our operation, and we're committed to ensuring they are recognized and rewarded for the critical role they play in serving our customers and moving our business forward."
Hirschbach is also offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus through June 30 for eligible OTR drivers joining the fleet.
