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FMCSA to pursue additional changes to the DataQs system
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is set to publish a notice in the Federal Register on July 1, 2025, outlining...
Brandon Wiseman
6 days ago6 min read
USDOT Announces New Initiatives to Support America’s Truck Drivers in 2025
On June 27, 2025, U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Secretary Sean Duffy unveiled a comprehensive set of initiatives , pilot...
Brandon Wiseman
7 days ago4 min read
Trucksafe Launches Monthly English Language Proficiency (ELP) Enforcement Report
Indianapolis, IN – June 24, 2025 – Trucksafe Consulting, LLC, a leading provider of DOT safety consulting and online DOT training, is...
Trucksafe Consulting
Jun 263 min read
Tackling Cargo Theft and Cyber Threats in Trucking
In the milestone 50th episode of TruckSafe LIVE!, hosts Brandon, Tyler, and Jerad from Trucksafe and Childress Law welcomed Justin...
Trucksafe Consulting
Jun 206 min read
FMCSA issues rash of proposed rules
On May 27, 2025, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) filed two finalized rules and eighteen proposed rules for public...
Brandon Wiseman
May 287 min read
FMCSA issues enforcement policy on English proficiency
On May 20, 2025, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued its much anticipated Enforcement Policy on English...
Brandon Wiseman
May 205 min read
How reported fleet size impacts compliance
The MCS-150 form, a mandatory filing with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), serves as a cornerstone of regulatory...
Brandon Wiseman
May 207 min read
How fleets can best prioritize compliance issues
Fleet safety teams face a complex challenge: ensuring compliance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and related...
Brandon Wiseman
May 128 min read
Preparing for Roadside Inspections: A Comprehensive Guide for Fleets and Commercial Drivers
Roadside inspections are a fundamental part of operating commercial motor vehicles (CMVs), ensuring that drivers and their equipment...
Brandon Wiseman
May 510 min read
Trump cracks down on English-proficiency among truck drivers in new executive order
Image Source: CNN On April 28, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order titled “Enforcing Commonsense Rules of the Road...
Brandon Wiseman
Apr 287 min read
Arkansas enacts new English proficiency law
On April 14, 2025, Arkansas passed Act 604 into law, a sweeping piece of legislation that reshapes the landscape for commercial driver’s...
Brandon Wiseman
Apr 289 min read
Congressman Josh Brecheen Reintroduces DRIVE Act to Oppose Federal Speed Limiter Mandate
On April 10, 2025, Congressman Josh Brecheen (R-OK) reintroduced the Deregulating Restrictions on Interstate Vehicles and...
Brandon Wiseman
Apr 172 min read
FMCSA to void over 15,000 driver med cards and remove non-compliant medical examiners from National Registry
On April 11, 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), has...
Brandon Wiseman
Apr 155 min read
SCOTUS opens the door for truckers to sue over mislabeled CBD products
On April 2, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a 5-4 decision in Medical Marijuana, Inc. v. Horn , an important case with implications...
Brandon Wiseman
Apr 23 min read
Changes in store for CDL medical examiner certification process
Learn how FMCSA’s Medical Examiner’s Certification Integration Rule will impact fleets, drivers, and compliance procedures when it takes eff
Brandon Wiseman
Mar 276 min read
Trump nominates Derek Barrs as FMCSA Administrator
Just a few short weeks after announcing the appointment of Adrienne Camire as FMCSA's Acting Administrator, the Trump Administration has...
Brandon Wiseman
Mar 252 min read
Is your fleet audit ready?
For trucking companies, regulatory compliance isn’t just about avoiding fines—it’s about ensuring the safety of drivers, protecting the...
Brandon Wiseman
Mar 205 min read
Compliance Myth: "Not for hire" means not regulated
One of the more common misunderstandings in the trucking industry is the belief that displaying “Not for Hire” on a truck somehow exempts...
Brandon Wiseman
Mar 107 min read
Adrienne Camire appointed as new FMCSA Acting Administrator
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has appointed Adrienne Camire as the new Deputy Administrator and Acting Administrator of...
Brandon Wiseman
Mar 72 min read
Navigating the Overlap: Federal vs. State Motor Carrier Safety Regulations
I. Introduction The regulation of motor carriers in the United States is a complex system involving both federal and state oversight....
Brandon Wiseman
Mar 38 min read
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