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Regulations
DOT looking into states' non-domiciled CDLs, legislation aims at ELP | Alert: Slow-moving superloads hitting I-80
A new bill in the U.S. Senate would require English proficiency of CDL applicants and prohibit CDL knowledge tests from being administered in any language other than English, as DOT officially moves on non-domiciled CDLs. Also: Massive super load moving across I-80 next week; new Love's along I-40.
June 27, 2025
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Regulations
DOT set to eliminate speed limiter proposal, keep pre-2000 ELD exemption in place
A DOT package aimed at improving truckers' working conditions would provide truck parking funding, withdraw FMCSA's speed limiter mandate proposal, establish pilot programs for hours-of-service flexibility and more.
June 27, 2025
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Regulations
Ban non-domiciled CDLs for foreign drivers? Owner-ops weigh in
Overdrive's recent survey showed a majority of owner-operators objecting to states issuing non-domiciled CDLs to foreign citizens in the U.S. to work. The survey followed our reporting on the increasing numbers of such CDLs in some states.
June 27, 2025
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Regulations
New 'Expedited Inspection' service available through select ELDs
It's not a full Level 8 automated, no-stop inspection, yet the new service from Fleetworthy's Drivewyze automatically transfers fleet and vehicle registration data and driver hours over the air, directly to roadside enforcement to pre-fill inspection forms.
June 26, 2025
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Hours of Service
Congress asks FMCSA for earlier emergency declarations
A letter from members of the U.S. House asked FMCSA to issue emergency declarations in advance of predicted disasters rather than after the fact. Also: Oversize haulers should keep HOS-exemption paperwork in truck; ATRI updates idling regs, sustainability compendiums; more.
June 26, 2025
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Business
Diesel prices spike as global tensions rise | ELP out-of-service enforcement in effect
As crude oil prices climbed through June, so did diesel prices in the U.S. -- from a nearly four-year low to an 11-month high in 3 weeks. Also: As ELP OOS enforcement begins, new driver language assessment released; 31 "superloads" moving in Oregon; shop owner faces charges over emissions "deletes."
June 25, 2025
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Regulations
Trucking org challenges California's authority to enforce OEM partnership
The Western States Trucking Association believes CARB didn't follow proper state procedures with its Clean Truck Partnership with trucking OEMs and cannot continue to require manufacturers to meet now-revoked regulations. Also: Senate intros axle-weight variance bill for dry-bulk haulers; new electric truck charging depot coming to Port of Oakland.
June 24, 2025
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Regulations
FMCSA’s electronic medical certification system takes effect -- in most states
As of Monday, June 23, truck drivers and CDL applicants no longer have to submit a paper Medical Examiner’s Certificate to their state’s driver’s license agency -- at least in 37 states who are up and running with the new system. Find out where you'll still need the paper certificate here.
June 24, 2025
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Regulations
No English, no trucking? Survey reveals 82% support for out-of-service orders
Overdrive's recent survey revealed a strong preference for the English language as a prerequisite to driving a commercial truck: 82% supported violators of English language requirements being put out-of-service.
June 24, 2025
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Regulations
Fleet owner charged for allegedly operating illegal chameleon carriers | Former Yellow-owned pup trailers recalled
The Houston-based owner allegedly conspired with friends and family to manage and control multiple trucking companies after being ordered not to do so by a federal court and the FMCSA. Also: Vanguard pup trailers recalled; hazmat enforcement blitz in Arizona nets 660 violations.
June 23, 2025
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Regulations
FMCSA 'confident' in fraud fight despite buyouts, 7% staff reduction
FMCSA has a lot on its plate, but it's losing staff by the dozens. Meanwhile, the fight against fraud in brokered-freight and other markets, implementation of ELP enforcement, pursuit of bad-actor CDL programs, and other heavy lifts mount.
June 23, 2025
Virginia State Police officer checking truck wheel during roadside vehicle inspection
Regulations
Trucker's turn-lane collision with errant school bus: Preventable or not?
A city school bus driver started to turn left next to trucker John Doe's rig but didn’t turn sharply enough and moved partially into Doe’s lane. Doe stopped dead, sounding his horn, to no avail ... Blammo! Was the accident preventable on Doe's part? Find out here.
June 20, 2025
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Regulations
What percentage of CDL drivers can't meet ELP standards?
Depending on how strict enforcement plays out, English language proficiency holds potential to shut down untold numbers of drivers, and boost rates in the process. Overdrive readers' best estimates for just how many drivers could be impacted were quite high.
June 20, 2025
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Regulations
Biden, 'driver shortage' myth caused CDL-vetting 'crisis': Punjabi trucking association CEO
Raman Dhillon, CEO of a U.S. Punjabi trucking association, said his warnings to the Biden White House about unvetted foreign drivers fell on deaf ears. Rather, the "driver shortage" narrative dominated the conversation.
June 19, 2025
North American Punjabi Trucking Association CEO Raman Dhillon meets with President Joe Biden during the rollout of the Biden-Harris Trucking Action Plan.
Regulations
Unannounced brake inspection blitz sidelines 400 trucks | Renewed HOS waiver for heavy-specialized haulers
Inspectors across North America conducted more than 4,500 inspections on April 22 and put 398 trucks out-of-service for brakes-related violations. Also: FMCSA renews HOS waiver for oversize/overweight haulers; $1.4 million in video game consoles stolen from truck; Texas police find 25 being smuggled in box truck.
June 18, 2025
Wisconsin State Patrol inspector checking brakes under tractor-trailer
Regulations
California cargo thief's 'No Name Given' CDL, explained
A recent $1.6M cargo theft bust involving someone called "No Name Given" shines a spotlight on CDL credentialing in California.
June 17, 2025
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Life
Hundreds of CDLs sold for cash to illegal immigrants: Florida AG
Florida authorities are on the lookout for additional cash-for-CDL schemes and looking to revoke CDLs from drivers who obtained theirs fraudulently.
June 16, 2025
Bay County Sheriff's press conference revealing DMV employee misconduct investigation
Regulations
California fires back at Trump, doubles down on emissions regs
California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order calling for further advancements of the state's clean vehicle transition and development of the next generation of emissions-related policy. Also: Overhaul warns of driving through protest-affected areas; CAT Scale app now supports spread-axle weighs.
June 13, 2025
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Electronic Logging Devices
FMCSA revokes 133 ELDs after Overdrive reported HOS fraud confrontation
FMCSA took action to stop "ridiculous" ELD fraud by revoking 133 devices on Thursday in historic crackdown on a problem splitting trucking in half.
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