FMCSA DOT CDL News Regulations Enforcement Actions

10/03/25 - Administration Creates New Restrictions for Truck and Bus Driver Licensing

Fastertruck News - 10/03/25 - 08:41:04pm - October 3, 2025 - In accordance with a recent announcement from Secretary Duffy, FMCSA issued an emergency rule limiting non-domiciled CDLs and warning California of possible funding penalties.

10/01/25 - Truck drivers from outside the US face new license restrictions as DOT threatens to withhold money from California

Fastertruck News - 10/01/25 - 02:33:41pm - The Department of Transportation is imposing new limits to “drastically restrict” people from outside the United States from getting commercial driver’s licenses, and is threatening to withhold ...

09/30/25 - FMCSA revokes TT ELD PT30, ELOG42, and Renaissance ELD

Fastertruck News - 09/30/25 - 10:53:10am - FMCSA placed these ELDs on the revoked devices list because the companies failed to meet the minimum requirements established in Title 49 CFR Appendix A to Subpart B of Part 395. The removals took ...

09/30/25 - FMCSA, other agencies update timelines for bevy of in-progress regs

Fastertruck News - 09/30/25 - 10:53:10am - The White House has released its Spring 2025 Unified Agenda of Regulatory and Deregulatory Actions, offering a glimpse of the priorities of departments across the federal government, including the ...

09/29/25 - FMCSA to truck drivers: ‘Common sense is back on the table’

Fastertruck News - 09/29/25 - 08:07:49pm - We can’t sit in an ivory tower.” FMCSA pledged more common sense at GBATS, but drivers weren’t shy about voicing frustrations.

09/29/25 - Truck drivers from outside the US face new license restrictions as DOT threatens to withhold money from California

Fastertruck News - 09/29/25 - 02:23:14am - The Department of Transportation is imposing new limits to “drastically restrict” people from outside the United States from getting commercial driver’s licenses, and is threatening to withhold ...

09/29/25 - Trump admin to restrict commercial driver licenses for non-US citizens after fatal truck accidents

Fastertruck News - 09/29/25 - 01:23:56am - US Transportation Secretary Sean P Duffy revealed that the new emergency regulation is a direct response to a nationwide audit conducted by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and ...

09/26/25 - DOT hopes to force 194,000 non-domiciled CDL holders out of trucking

Fastertruck News - 09/26/25 - 04:37:41pm - DOT said reports of lax immigration policy flooding trucking with non-citizens were "all true," as it moves to take non-domiciled CDL holders out of the industry with an interim final rule changing ...

09/25/25 - A place for truckers to report bad brokers, etc.

Fastertruck News - 09/25/25 - 09:32:10pm - For truckers who are dealing with trucking companies or brokers who fail to comply with regs, there’s a place to file complaints.

09/25/25 - Preliminary report released in deadly NY Thruway bus crash: Investigation remains ongoing

Fastertruck News - 09/25/25 - 09:32:10pm - The National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary report of the tour bus crash that killed five people and injured dozens last month.

09/25/25 - Federal Watchdog Launches New CDL Audit: What That Means for Trucking

Fastertruck News - 09/25/25 - 03:31:17pm - Federal watchdogs are once again questioning whether we have one CDL standard or 50. With nearly 5,000 truck and bus fatalities last year and English proficiency enforcement under fire, the new OIG ...

09/24/25 - 100 Days of Roadway Safety: Summer Is Coming to a Close, but Safe Driving Season Never Ends

Fastertruck News - 09/24/25 - 04:38:02pm - Labor day marks the unoficial end of summer, but it’s not the end of the road when it comes to safe driving.

This summer, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) ran its 100 Days of Roadway Safety education series from Memorial Day through Labor Day to spotlight one of the most dangerous stretches of the year for drivers. With more people traveling, vacation traffic mixing with large trucks and buses, and distracted driving becoming a major cause in crashes and fatalities, the summer months can be a perfect storm for roadway risks.[1]

The series encourages drivers to slow down, pay attention, and share the road responsibly — especially around large trucks and buses. And while those “100 days” are coming to a close, the habits encouraged by FMCSA’s safety campaign are meant to last year-round.

Big Trucks, Big Responsibility

Here’s the thing about large trucks and buses: they simply cannot stop as quickly as cars, they make wide turns, and they have blind spots big enough to hide an entire vehicle. When you’re sharing the road with these large commercial motor vehicles, a little extra caution goes a long way.

• Give trucks and buses plenty of room. Cutting in too closely can cause a dangerous situation. Because of their large size, they need much more time and space to stop safely.
• Stay out of blind spots. If you can’t see the driver’s face in their mirror, they probably can’t see you.
• Signal early. These vehicles need more time and space to adjust to your movements.

Back to School, Back to Reality

With kids returning to school, there’s another reason to stay alert: more school buses and more children walking, biking, or waiting at bus stops.

This means slowing down in school zones, staying patient when buses stop to pick up or drop off students, and watching for kids darting out from between parked cars. Mornings and afternoons will be busier on local roads; so, expect more stop-and-go driving.

The Road Ahead

Safe driving isn’t seasonal — it’s an everyday mindset. Whether you’re headed to work, running errands, or on a weekend getaway, every trip is a chance to make the road safer for everyone.

If you want more practical tips and reminders, FMCSA has a library of resources designed to keep drivers of all vehicle types safe: Check out FMCSA’s General Safe Driving Resources

So, even though the 100 days of summer are coming to an end, keep driving like every day counts. Because it does.

[1] https://crashstats.nhtsa.dot.gov/Api/Public/ViewPublication/813703

09/24/25 - Trump’s Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Launches First Phase of National Consumer Complaint Database Modernization

Fastertruck News - 09/24/25 - 03:09:39pm -

Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Launches First Phase of National Consumer Complaint Database Modernization

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced the launch of the first phase of the National Consumer Compla

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 24, 2025 Contact: FMCSA.PublicAffairs@dot.gov Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Launches First Phase of National Consumer Complaint Database Modernization Database modernization will allow for easier navigation and improved functionality WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy today announced the launch of the first phase of the National Consumer Complaint Database (NCCDB) modernization. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is launching this update to improve navigation and enhance functionality of this important tool for enhanced user capabilities for commercial drivers, motor carriers, and consumers. The NCCDB is the primary online portal for drivers and consumers to report violations of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, including issues related to safety, fraud, and household goods moves. This update will also streamline the agency's response process and expand reporting categories to include, for the first time, complaints against property brokers.   "This overdue tech upgrade is a win for drivers, carriers, and the driving public," said U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy. "The modernized database will make it easier to file complaints, access digital tools, and empower individuals to speak up about unsafe practices. With your support, we will continue to take bad actors of the roads to keep the American people safe." The phase one launch is part of USDOT's Pro-Trucker Package, announced by Secretary Duffy in June, which is focused on improving working conditions and improving critical tools for America's truck drivers. FMCSA will continue to roll out more improvements in the coming months. Phase two of the modernization effort will introduce additional functionality, performance improvements, and a new name for the database – reflecting FMCSA's commitment to making this a modern, user-friendly tool for the entire motor carrier industry. The updated database is now live at: https://nccdb.fmcsa.dot.gov. ### The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration's (FMCSA) primary mission is to prevent crashes, fatalities, and injuries involving large trucks and buses. FMCSA develops safety and regulatory standards for commercial driver's licenses; analyzes data and sponsors research; and conducts enforcement and education. FMCSA partners with nonprofit organizations, local and State governments, and other stakeholders to support innovative commercial driver training, safety inspections, and enhanced compliance and enforcement initiatives. In addition, FMCSA provides education on household goods consumer protection and conducts enforcement to protect consumers. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Office of Public Affairs | Newsroom | 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE | Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202.366.9999 | Email: FMCSA.Publicaffairs@dot.gov FMCSA.dot.gov | Facebook | Twitter | Medium Blog Instagram | LinkedIn | Our Roads, Our Safety on Facebook You are subscribed to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration email updates. Subscriber Services: Manage Preferences This email was sent to fmcsa@ino.to using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration · 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE · Washington, DC 20590

09/22/25 - NTSB releases initial report on deadly NY Thruway bus crash

Fastertruck News - 09/22/25 - 07:12:03pm - The National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary report of the tour bus crash that killed five people and injured dozens last month.

09/22/25 - Lorenz Bus Service drivers train, compete for UMA Motorcoach EXPO

Fastertruck News - 09/22/25 - 07:12:03pm - Lorenz Bus Service’s intensive safety training evolved into a driver competition, sending top performers to the UMA Motorcoach EXPO’s International Driver Competition.

09/22/25 - 22 Investigates: Railroad crossing rule changes spark debate; Safety, efficiency concerns

Fastertruck News - 09/22/25 - 07:12:03pm - SOUTH BEND, Ind. (WSBT) — Changes could be on the horizon when it comes to stopping at certain railroad crossings in the U.S. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), a sub-agency of ...

09/19/25 - FMCSA Removes ROBINHOOD ELD from List of Registered Electronic Logging Devices

Fastertruck News - 09/19/25 - 02:56:52pm -

FMCSA Removes ROBINHOOD ELD from List of Registered Electronic Logging Devices

Dear Stakeholders,  Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) removed ROBINHOOD ELD from the agency's list of registered electronic logging devices, or ELDs. The device was placed on the Revoked Devices list due to the company's failure to meet the minimum requirements established in Title 49 CFR Appendix A to Subpart B of Part 395. The removal is effective September 19, 2025, for the following device: ROBINHOOD ELD Model Number: R-HOOD ELD Identifier: RHD481 Motor carriers have up to 60 days to replace the revoked ELD with a compliant ELD.  FMCSA will send an industry-wide email to inform motor carriers that anyone using these revoked ELDs must take the following steps: Discontinue using the revoked ELD and revert to paper logs or logging software to record required hours of service data. Replace the revoked ELD with a compliant ELD from the Registered Devices list before November 18, 2025. Prior to November 18, 2025, safety officials are encouraged not to cite drivers using this revoked ELD for 395.8(a)(1) – "No record of duty status" or 395.22(a) – "Failing to use a registered ELD." Instead, safety officials should request the driver's paper logs, logging software, or use the ELD display as a back-up method to review the hours-of-service data. Beginning November 18, 2025, motor carriers who continue to use the revoked device listed above will be considered as operating without an ELD. Safety officials who encounter a driver using a revoked device on or after November 18, 2025 should cite 395.8(a)(1), and place the driver out-of-service (OOS) in accordance with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance OOS Criteria. If the ELD provider corrects all identified deficiencies for its device, FMCSA will place the ELD back on the list of registered devices and inform the industry of the update. However, FMCSA strongly encourages motor carriers to take the actions listed above now to avoid compliance issues in the event that the deficiencies are not addressed by the ELD provider. For more information on ELDs, visit FMCSA's ELD website. Regards, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Office of Public Affairs | Newsroom | 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE | Washington, DC 20590 Phone: 202.366.9999 | Email: FMCSA.Publicaffairs@dot.gov FMCSA.dot.gov | Facebook | Twitter | Medium Blog Instagram | LinkedIn | Our Roads, Our Safety on Facebook You are subscribed to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration email updates. Subscriber Services: Manage Preferences This email was sent to fmcsa@ino.to using GovDelivery Communications Cloud on behalf of: Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration · 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE · Washington, DC 20590

09/18/25 - Preliminary report released in deadly NY Thruway bus crash: Investigation remains ongoing

Fastertruck News - 09/18/25 - 08:36:31am - The National Transportation Safety Board released its preliminary report of the tour bus crash that killed five people and injured dozens last month.

09/17/25 - FMCSA Celebrates National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

Fastertruck News - 09/17/25 - 05:58:53pm -

FMCSA Celebrates National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

Screen reader users: Click this link for a text-only version of this blast. SEPTEMBER 2025 National Truck Driver Appreciation Week It's National Truck Driver Appreciation Week—and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration proudly celebrates the men and women who keep America moving. Professional truck drivers are the backbone of our economy, ensuring grocery shelves stay stocked, hospitals remain supplied, and manufacturers receive the materials they need. Their commitment to safety and service keeps our nation strong. This week, take a moment to thank a truck driver for their dedication and hard work. Show your support by sharing FMCSA's appreciation graphics and messages and help honor the 3.5 million drivers who deliver for us all. Learn More FMCSA Thanks Drivers Across the Nation This week, FMCSA field staff and partners are out on the roads celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Across the country, they're stopping to thank drivers, pass out appreciation items, and share safety resources with the professionals who keep our nation supplied and on the move. Check out photos of our teams connecting with drivers, and follow FMCSA on Facebook for more stories and highlights throughout the week. Follow FMCSA Thank you to our partners who help make our roads safer. Follow Us on Facebook Check Out Our Website

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09/11/25 - Tour bus New York crash: Distracted driver likely caused it. What training did he get?

Fastertruck News - 09/11/25 - 03:05:38pm - New York State Police say a tour bus driver became distracted moments before crashing his bus outside of Buffalo. How can you know if a bus is safe?