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Transporting UN3480 Lithium-Ion Batteries by Highway: What Carriers and Drivers Need to Know in 2026 The transportation industry has seen a major increase in lithium-ion battery shipments over the last few years. From electric vehicles and medical equipment to consumer electronics and industrial power systems, these batteries are now moving across the United States every…

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) continues increasing enforcement across the trucking industry, and electronic logging devices (ELDs) are once again at the center of attention. In its latest enforcement action, FMCSA announced the removal of three additional electronic logging devices from its approved list, signaling a stronger nationwide crackdown on non-compliant ELD providers….

As the trucking industry continues to evolve across the United States, another significant change is now taking place—this time in the state of Georgia. The city of Port Wentworth has officially announced a plan to restrict truck traffic from a key section of State Route 25, also known as the Coastal Highway. For drivers who…

The trucking industry in the United States is entering a new phase of stricter oversight, as the Department of Transportation (DOT) intensifies its efforts to improve safety and accountability on the road. For many drivers, this doesn’t come as a surprise, but the scale and focus of enforcement expected this month are already raising concerns…

24 Violations. 7 Out of Service. One Costly Decision. In today’s high-pressure freight environment, every mile counts. Deadlines are tight, fuel costs remain volatile, and margins are thinner than ever. But one recent enforcement incident in California proves that cutting corners—especially when it comes to compliance—is never worth the risk. Near the Cordelia Commercial Vehicle…

A System Built for Accountability — But Operating on Thin Infrastructure In the United States, every interstate trucking company must comply with federal regulations before it can legally operate. One of the key requirements is filing a BOC-3 form with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This document assigns a “process agent” in every…

For many carriers and owner-operators, compliance paperwork can feel overwhelming—especially when unexpected requests show up. One such request that often confuses is drug and alcohol testing reporting. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) periodically requires certain carriers to submit their annual drug and alcohol testing results. If you’ve recently received a notice from the…

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is preparing to launch its long-awaited registration platform, Motus, and the clock is ticking for motor carriers, brokers, and logistics companies to get ready. This new system represents a major shift in how registration and compliance processes are handled in the trucking industry. With a key preparation deadline…

Autonomous trucking is moving closer to becoming a major force in freight transportation across the United States. Aurora Operations, a self-driving truck company, has requested a five-year exemption from a federal safety regulation that currently requires truck drivers to place roadside warning devices when a vehicle stops on a highway shoulder. The request, officially published…