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 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…
Truck crashes increase after ELD mandate, study finds
A new study by the Supply Chain Management Research Center at the University of Arkansas has found that the federal electronic logging device (ELD) mandate…
Feds temporarily ease requirements for school bus drivers
For the next three months, new school bus driver applicants might not need to identify engine components while testing to obtain their commercial driver’s licenses.
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Meera Joshi departs FMCSA after a year
After less than a year at the helm of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), Meera Joshi is returning to New York City for…