Waiver extended for ‘under-the-hood’ CDL test requirement
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) granted a 90-day extension to temporarily waive the “under-the-hood” skills test that is part of a new commercial…
FMCSA declares Wyoming school bus driver ‘imminent hazard’
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) declared a Wyoming-licensed commercial driver an “imminent hazard” to public safety for alcohol violations while driving a school…
Survey shows impact of the driver shortage on school bus contractors
A recent survey shows the impact of the driver shortage on private school bus contractors as the country rebounds from the effects of the COVID-19…
FMCSA’s off-site inspections expected to continue beyond pandemic
As the industry is starting to get busy again, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s compliance reviews and inspections are picking up. But they are…
FMCSA launches Training Provider Registry to meet new standards
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) launched its Training Provider Registry as the final step in implementing new entry-level driver training standards for individuals…
FMCSA proposes a 27% decrease in UCR fees
The fees charged to Unified Carrier Registration (UCR) Plan and Agreement participants in 2023 will be reduced by 27% compared with 2022.
The Federal Motor…
Study suggests FMCSA is underreporting driver drug use
New research finds that truck drivers abuse cocaine more than marijuana, contrary to driver drug-use reports by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT).
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DOT Deputy Assistant Robin Hutcheson tapped to lead FMCSA
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced this week that Robin Hutcheson will lead the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) for at least the foreseeable future.
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New training requirements for CDL drivers go into effect in February
Drivers interested in acquiring or upgrading a commercial driver’s license (CDL) soon will be required to complete additional federal training before taking the driving test.
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FMCSA seeks comments on a digital camera monitor system for school buses
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is seeking comments on a digital camera monitor system developed by Rosco Vision Systems.
The New York-based manufacturer…