Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

FMCSA’s safety advisory committee for 2021 adds two trucking companies and four women.

Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse penalties of up to $5,833 issued by FMCSA are more than double what had been used as guidance over the past two years

DOT Chief Elaine Chao announced a plan for autonomous vehicles on her last day at the department.

FMCSA wants to replace the current vision program by giving medical examiners the ability qualify drivers.

FMCSA rule expanding definition of ag commodities called “meritless and reckless” by group of safety advocates.

Transit projects are expected to take on more importance than new construction in Joe Biden’s administration.

The FMCSA has declared a truck driver an “imminent hazard to public safety” after the deaths of five cyclists in an accident in Nevada.

Efforts to require side and front impact guards continue in Congress.

Railroads assert work time flexibility is needed to respond to emergency situations on their tracks.

Cybersecurity skills are among the gaps identified in GAO review of DOT’s workforce.

Regulators waive safety rule to allow Netradyne dashcams to be mounted lower on the windshield.

The rule is designed to ease testing delays and eliminate inconvenience and expense for new drivers.

Heavy-duty trucks with collision avoidance, emergency braking and other safety technologies are beginning to enter the used truck market, potentially making the roads safer as older trucks are retired.

Drivers testing positive for drugs fell 12.7% in November.

The regulation duplicates employer provisions already in place, according to the agency.

FMCSA has included restrictions and limitations in waivers so far to avoid compromising safety.

Emergency declaration extended through the end of February.

Safety requirements established for potential shipping hazards.

Big-city Mayors Garcetti and Emanuel are receiving much of the speculation for DOT secretary.

Highway safety trending in wrong direction, Spencer warns incoming administration.