Ready for the HOS Rules Changes?
Updates based off feedback from commercial drivers go into effect Sept. 29; FMCSA to form an advisory committee of 20-25 CMV drivers. By Al MuskewitzA couple of new Hours of Service rules go into effect…
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FMCSA Moving Forward on Program to Open Interstate Commerce to Young Drivers
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration is moving forward with a proposal and request for comment on a pilot program to allow younger commercial vehicle drivers currently confined to in-state driving to operate in interstate…
FMCSA Provides Relief for Drivers During Outbreak
WASHINGTON – The federal government provided relief to the nation’s truckers today by issuing an expanded national emergency declaration to provide hours-of-service relief to drivers transporting emergency relief in response to the nationwide coronavirus outbreak. The…
Industry groups applaud proposed HOS changes
By Al MuskewitzWright Media Editor-in-Chief For truck drivers who have long complained about the scheduling pressures put on their day by current regulations some much-anticipated relief appears to be right around the bend. The Federal Motor Carriers…
Martinez Calls for Updated Crash Study
FMCSA head tells senators ‘many changes’ prompt new data By Al Muskewitz Wright Media Editor-in-Chief It has been 15 years since government agencies conducted a causation study related to large truck crashes. FMCSA administrator Ray…
Nation Draws Closer to Under 21 Truckers
By Al Muskewitz Wright Media Editor-in-Chief The trucking industry has moved closer to allowing commercial drivers under the age of 21 to operate in interstate commerce and while two of the country’s largest industry advocacy…