OTR Driver Regulations
We provide updates and insights into the regulations that impact over-the-road (OTR) truck drivers. Stay up-to-date on policies from organizations like the FMCSA and DOT, as well as developments in environmental standards, cargo regulations, and electronic logging devices (ELDs). Whether you’re navigating new legislation or looking to stay compliant, we keep you informed on what OTR drivers need to operate legally and safely on the road.
Sean Duffy: New Plan to Overcome Costly Regulations
Sean Duffy rolls back DEI and climate policies at USDOT, shifting focus to economic growth, deregulation, and cost-cutting in transportation policy.
Lease Purchase Must Be Outlawed: TLTF Says In Latest Report
Truck Leasing Task Force report finds lease purchase programs harm truckers, with fewer than 1 in 100 owning the truck. TLTF recommends a...
ATA’s Inspector Exemption Request Approved: What Happens Now
FMCSA approved ATA’s exemption request, allowing a new training path for CMV inspectors, bypassing the 1-year experience rule and maintaining safety standards.
Broker Transparency Rule: The Time for Comments Is Now
FMCSA's proposed rule aims to improve broker transparency by requiring electronic records and faster access to transaction details for truckers and shippers.
Speed Limiter Proposal: Official Letter Makes Urgent Plea
Trucking groups oppose the speed limiter proposal, citing risks to safety, driver retention, and freight efficiency, urging Trump to halt the FMCSA's mandate.
California Diesel Ban: What Happened to CARB Now?
California diesel ban withdrawal delays clean-air rules, citing challenges under Trump's administration, affecting freight regulations and air quality efforts.
Urgent ELD News: What Happened and What You Need to Know
FMCSA revokes six ELD devices for failing to meet standards. Motor carriers must act quickly to replace devices or face non-compliance by March...
Trucker Gun Rights in Focus: New Minnesota Lawsuit
Minnesota faces a lawsuit over restrictions on trucker gun rights, challenging the state’s refusal to honor firearm permits from 29 other states.
DOT Announcing Higher Traffic Violation Fines for New Year
In 2025 the DOT will increase traffic violation fines, including out-of-service orders, recordkeeping errors, and hazardous materials transport offenses.
CTA Reporting Revisited: The Unexpected Way It Affects You
Legal battles delay CTA reporting deadlines, causing confusion for small businesses as courts debate the constitutionality of the Corporate Transparency Act.
Use of Unique Warning Devices Denied for Autonomous Trucks
FMCSA denies Waymo and Aurora's request to replace traditional warning devices with cab-mounted beacons, citing insufficient data to meet safety standards.
New EPA Waivers Spark Debate in the Trucking Industry
EPA waiver allows California to enforce stricter emissions rules, sparking industry debate over potential challenges, compliance, and economic impacts.
