FMCSA’s HOS Pilots Could Give Drivers More Control Over Their Schedules
For years, truck drivers have asked for more flexibility under hours-of-service (HOS) rules. Now, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is moving forward with two pilot programs that would give participating drivers more options for scheduling work and rest. Following small pre-tests earlier this year, the agency is preparing for larger studies in 2027 […]
High Diesel Costs? 6 Ways to Save and What to Know About Red Diesel
With diesel prices well above where they were a year ago, trucking companies nationwide are feeling the pinch as profits shrink on the same loads they ran previously. As of October 5, the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reported diesel averaging $6.20 per gallon nationwide. Prices have started to come down, but fuel costs are […]
What We’ve Learned From Helping Carriers Navigate Motus
FMCSA’s new registration portal, Motus, launched in May—and there doesn’t seem to be an end to the questions and confusion it’s created. Carriers are still reporting problems with account access and verification, as well as difficulty processing necessary registration updates. To further complicate matters, scammers are exploiting the confusion to trick carriers into sharing sensitive […]
What Carriers Are Getting Wrong in 2026
Imagine one of your trucks is pulled over for a roadside inspection today. Or an investigator shows up at your door to review your records. How confident are you that your operation would make it through either one without a violation? The latest FMCSA data gives carriers reason to take that question seriously. As of […]
Driver Appreciation That Goes Beyond “Thank You”
From the food on our tables to the Amazon package we forgot we ordered, nearly every part of daily life depends on the work of the nation’s 3.6 million professional truck drivers. Next week, we all get a chance to say thank you. The 38th annual National Truck Driver Appreciation Week runs September 13–19, 2026. […]
Why Motor Carriers Are Facing Greater Compliance Scrutiny
Motor carriers are under the microscope, and the lens is widening. Over the past several months, that closer review has taken several forms. FMCSA has announced at least 95 ELD removals since January 2025, as well as the emergency removal of more than 110 training providers associated with drivers who failed roadside English-proficiency assessments. At […]
ELDs, Clearinghouse, Safety Ratings and More: What’s Coming From FMCSA
There has been a balancing act at FMCSA under the Trump administration. Deregulation remains a major federal priority, with agencies directed to eliminate unnecessary regulatory requirements. At the same time, FMCSA continues to pursue new or tighter regulations in areas where it believes additional oversight is necessary for safety, security, and the integrity of the […]
Roadside Enforcement Feels Like It’s Up. Is It?
Over the past few months, the motor carriers we work with have reported that roadside inspections seem to be happening more frequently. Recent headlines appear to back that up, with federal agents working alongside state troopers at some weigh stations and stepped-up enforcement efforts underway in several states. But the numbers tell a more complicated […]
FMCSA Issues Warning About Motus Scams
FMCSA updated its fraud alert page on August 14 with a warning to motor carriers regarding its new Motus registration system: be wary of fraudsters. Since Motus launched in May, bad actors have capitalized on confusion about the new system by impersonating FMCSA and sending official-looking emails to motor carriers. These emails are often urgent, […]
Get Ahead of the 2027 UCR Season
There’s a certain irony to trucking compliance: as a DOT-regulated carrier, you help fund the state programs responsible for motor carrier safety and enforcement. In other words, some of the same programs that help keep our roadways safe (and give motor carriers their fair share of headaches) are funded in part by the industry they […]