FMCSA Updates Safety and Compliance Rules for 2026 The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration enforces strict rules to protect all drivers on the highway. In early 2026, the agency launched several key changes to improve daily safety. Fleet managers must understand these updates to avoid ... Read More »
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The New Rules for Commercial Fleet Cameras Fleet camera systems have changed a lot over the past few years. In early 2026, new state laws brought strict rules for public agencies. For example, Washington passed Senate Bill 6002 to limit how agencies use license plate ... Read More »
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In the early months of 2026, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) shifted its focus toward a major safety concern: Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) that no longer meet federal standards. Starting in February, roadside inspectors began a much more aggressive enforcement campaign. If a ... Read More »
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The way criminals steal cargo is changing fast. In the early months of 2026, a surprising trend emerged in the logistics world. According to the latest reports from CargoNet, the total number of theft incidents has actually gone down. However, don't let those numbers fool ... Read More »
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The Hidden Cost of Small Accidents In the world of trucking, everyone focuses on the big accidents. While it is great news that fatal crashes are actually declining in 2026, there is a new problem growing in the rearview mirror. According to recent safety reports, ... Read More »
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The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has made a major change to how trucking companies handle drug and alcohol violations. In the past, companies were expected to report positive tests and test refusals in a "timely" manner, which usually meant within a few business ... Read More »
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For a long time, truck drivers and fleet managers have lived in a world filled with clipboards and stacks of yellow carbon-copy paper. Every time a driver starts or ends their day, they have to perform a walk-around inspection. These reports, known as Driver Vehicle ... Read More »
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For decades, trucking companies have used different sets of numbers to identify themselves to the government. Most companies have both a USDOT number and an MC number. However, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is making a big change to simplify things. They are ... Read More »
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Managing a fleet of trucks is a constant balancing act between keeping old equipment running and spending money on new vehicles. For many years, companies tried to keep their trucks on the road for as long as possible to avoid high monthly payments. However, new ... Read More »
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Keeping drivers safe on the road is a top priority for any business that uses a fleet of vehicles. Speeding is one of the biggest risks out there, but it can be hard for managers to know exactly what is happening behind the wheel in ... Read More »
