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FMCSA Extends Emergency Trucking Relief to 30 Days: What Heavy Haul Shippers Need to Know
When a major storm, flood, or other emergency interrupts essential services, commercial trucks may be needed to move critical supplies and equipment. On October 5, 2026, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued a final rule extending the automatic relief period associated with qualifying regional emergency declarations from 14 days to 30 days. For […]
FMCSA Hours-of-Service Pilot Programs: What Heavy Haul Shippers Need to Know in 2026
Waiting at a jobsite, navigating congestion, and scheduling a safe stop can all complicate heavy equipment transportation. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is studying whether additional scheduling flexibility can help commercial truck drivers manage those situations without reducing safety. In October 2026, FMCSA published federal notices concerning information collection for two hours-of-service (HOS) […]
$200 Million in New U.S. Truck Parking: What Heavy Haul Shippers Should Know
Safe places for truck drivers to park are more than a convenience. For heavy equipment shipments, the availability of appropriate stopping locations can affect route selection, rest planning, and the coordination of large trailers and escort vehicles. On October 14, 2026, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced $200 million in funding for 14 truck […]
Breaking News: USDOT & DHS Launch Historic Interagency Crackdown on Trucking Fraud & CDL Violations
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) launched a nationwide interagency operation targeting fraud, unvetted training providers, and non-compliant licensing in the commercial trucking sector. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) executed the emergency removal of over 110 Entry-Level Driver Training (ELDT) schools from the official Training Provider […]
FMCSA Tightens Cargo Securement & Axle Weight Enforcement for Specialized Hauling
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) in coordination with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) has increased targeted roadside inspections for heavy haul combinations. Enforcement officers are focusing heavily on Working Load Limits (WLL) for chain securement, secondary attachment tie-downs for heavy equipment (excavators, bulldozers, cranes), and precise axle-weight distribution across multi-axle RGN and […]