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Learn why a commercial truck can be legal at 80,000 pounds and still receive an overweight citation because of axle weight limits and the Federal Bridge Formula.
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July 13, 2026

Why an 80,000-Pound Truck Can Still Get an Overweight Ticket

Ask most people about truck weight limits, and they’ll answer with one...

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An Illinois State Police hazardous materials enforcement operation resulted in 38 drivers and 61 commercial vehicles being placed out of service after 488 inspections.
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July 13, 2026

Illinois Hazmat Enforcement Detail Places 38 Drivers, 61 Commercial Vehicles Out of Service

A targeted hazardous materials enforcement operation by the Illinois State Police resulted...

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Learn what happens after a failed DOT roadside inspection, including out-of-service orders, repair requirements, carrier responsibilities, CSA records, PSP reports, and DataQs.
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July 10, 2026

What Happens After a Failed Roadside Inspection?

A failed roadside inspection can lead to anything from a minor paperwork...

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FMCSA has temporarily suspended biennial update enforcement for carriers experiencing issues with the new Motus registration system while technical problems continue to be addressed.
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July 9, 2026

FMCSA Temporarily Suspends Biennial Update Enforcement During Motus Transition

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has temporarily suspended enforcement actions...

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CVSA Brake Safety Week 2026 begins August 23 with inspectors focusing on brake drums and rotors. Learn what commercial drivers can expect during this year's roadside inspection campaign.
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July 7, 2026

Preparing for CVSA Brake Safety Week 2026

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s annual Brake Safety Week returns August 23...

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FMCSA removed TRUCKSTAFF ELD from its registered devices list on June 23. Carriers using it must switch to paper logs or logging software and replace the device by August 23, 2026.
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June 29, 2026

FMCSA Removes TRUCKSTAFF ELD From Registered Devices List

FMCSA has removed TRUCKSTAFF ELD from its list of registered electronic logging...

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Florida has started five truck parking projects along I-4 that will add 917 new truck parking spaces through a $180 million federal grant.
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June 26, 2026

Florida Starts I-4 Truck Parking Expansion With 917 New Spaces Planned

Florida has broken ground on five truck parking expansion projects along Interstate...

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ATRI is collecting updated feedback from truck drivers and motor carriers through a TechCelerate survey focused on onboard safety technology adoption, experiences, and industry trends.
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June 10, 2026

ATRI Wants to Know How Drivers and Carriers View Today's Truck Safety Technology

The American Transportation Research Institute is seeking feedback from truck drivers and...

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FMCSA is preparing to roll out the Motus registration system. Learn what the changes mean for identity verification, USDOT updates, and motor carrier registration.
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May 4, 2026

FMCSA Plans Motus Rollout for Motor Carrier Registration Changes

Motor carrier registration is moving into a new system as federal regulators...

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FMCSA seeks driver input for a new truck parking study as federal efforts continue to address ongoing nationwide parking shortages.
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April 14, 2026

Federal Push to Address Truck Parking Shortage Turns to Driver Input

The truck parking shortage continues to drag on across the country, and...

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