News & Reports
Update: What You Need to Know About Dash Cams
The FMCSA has updated the Crash Preventability Determination Program (CPDP). One of the changes significantly affects dash camera users. Here's what you need to know. Tom Bray The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has updated the Crash Preventability...
16 Ways Artificial Intelligence is Impacting Trucking
Road Legends Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a game-changer in various sectors, and the trucking industry is no exception. From optimizing routes and fuel efficiency to enhancing safety and improving fleet management, AI is revolutionizing the way trucks...
Trucking’s AI outlook: What solutions await in 2025
The artificial intelligence boom is poised to expand into 2025, bringing with it exciting new solutions for fleet operations. Improved large language models will be able to tackle significantly more complicated tasks, boosting safety and efficiency. Jeremy Wolf...
How federal agencies will regulate trucking this year
Jeremy Wolfe Donald Trump resumed control of the nation’s federal agencies this week. With a change in administration, what will agency management look like for 2025? This is the first part of a three-part series on 2025's regulatory outlook. You can read part two...
House looks to address Highway Trust Fund, lack of truck parking
Mark Schremmer Addressing Highway Trust Fund shortfalls and a lack of truck parking were among the topics discussed at the House Highways and Transit subcommittee’s first hearing of the 119th Congress. The subcommittee held the hearing “America Builds: Highways to...
FMCSA Approves ATA Plan to Reduce Time to Certify Inspectors
Plan Calls for Use of TMC 'Recommended Practices' as Training Guide Eric Miller A technician works on a Peterbilt truck engine. An individual now can become qualified as an inspector in as little as four months by following TMC’S Recommended Practices. (Peterbilt...
FMCSA grants ATA’s request for inspector exemption
Mark Schremmer The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has granted a limited five-year exemption to the American Trucking Associations from training or experience requirements related to conducting commercial motor vehicle inspections. FMCSA announced the...
FMCSA expands crash preventability review criteria
FMCSA has adopted its proposed changes to its Crash Preventability Determination Program (CPDP), adding four new eligible crash types and broadening the definition of existing crash types to include indirect consequences of actions of other motorists. The new and...
Register for Q&A webinar on SMS changes
Understanding Future Changes to FMCSA's Safety Measurement System – Part 1 Join the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) for a webinar series to learn more about upcoming changes to the Safety Measurement System (SMS) methodology used to prioritize...
Survey finds truckers are willing to pay extra for safe, clean truck stops
Truckers News Staff FinditParts Safety is a primary concern for many truckers when visiting truck stops. In fact, 80% of truckers in a recent survey said they would pay extra for services at truck stops where they felt safe. The survey conducted by FinditParts...