TRUCKING NEWS
Industry updates explained for drivers and trainees
Timely context on regulation, safety, employment, equipment, and operating costs—with links to official sources when rules are involved.
FMCSA Schedules a One-Hour CDL Verification Outage for September 17
Clearinghouse users will be unable to verify driver CDL information from 8 to 9 p.m. Eastern Time on September 17 while the CDLIS Gateway undergoes maintenance.
September 15, 2026 · 6 minFlash Flooding Hits the Northeast I-95 Corridor: What Commercial Drivers Should Check
Sunday's flash flooding caused road closures and vehicle rescues across coastal Connecticut, Westchester County and northern New Jersey, making a fresh official route check essential before dispatch.
September 14, 2026 · 6 minNational Truck Driver Appreciation Week Begins Across the U.S.
The September 13–19 observance recognizes more than 3.5 million professional truck drivers—and gives fleets a timely reason to turn thanks into safer, more supportive working conditions.
September 13, 2026 · 5 minFMCSA Extends Nebraska Wildfire HOS Relief Through October 11
A September 11 extension gives qualifying property-carrying drivers supporting Nebraska wildfire and drought relief a limited break from federal maximum-driving-time rules—not a blanket safety waiver.
September 12, 2026 · 6 minTruck Freight Transportation Prices Rose 2.0% in August, BLS Reports
New federal producer-price data show truck-freight transportation prices increased in August, but the index should not be read as a universal rate increase or proof of higher carrier margins.
September 11, 2026 · 6 minEIA Raises Its 2027 Diesel Forecast to $4.40 as Inventories Stay Tight
The September 9 federal outlook raised next year’s U.S. retail diesel forecast by 33 cents per gallon and expects distillate inventories to remain unusually low through much of 2027.
September 10, 2026 · 6 minFMCSA’s September 8 Deadline Is Here for 10 Revoked ELDs
Drivers still using any of 10 revoked electronic logging devices may now be cited for operating without an ELD and placed out of service.
September 9, 2026 · 6 minExtreme Heat Warnings Cover South-Central Freight Regions: A CMV Readiness Check
National Weather Service alerts issued and extended on September 7 forecast dangerous heat across parts of the Plains and Mississippi Valley, requiring extra attention to drivers, equipment, and temperature-sensitive loads.
September 8, 2026 · 6 minHurricane Lowell Threatens Hawaii Routes: What Commercial Drivers Should Check Before Dispatch
A Tropical Storm Warning for Kauai and Niihau, statewide flood risk, and damaging surf make route verification and conservative go/no-go decisions essential through Tuesday.
September 7, 2026 · 6 minNational Diesel Average Climbs to $5.88, Raising the Cost of Every Trucking Mile
AAA's September 5 update put the U.S. diesel average at $5.8819 per gallon, extending a record-price period and increasing the need for careful fuel and surcharge planning.
September 6, 2026 · 6 minTruck Transportation Added 4,800 Jobs in August, New BLS Data Shows
The latest federal employment report shows a monthly gain in truck-transportation payrolls, while the sector remained below its August 2025 level.
September 5, 2026 · 6 minSeptember CMV Safety Review: Five Checks Drivers Should Refresh
A new-month review of brakes, tires, lights, coupling equipment, and emergency gear before fall driving conditions arrive.
September 4, 2026 · 5 minELDT Completion Records: What Trainees Should Verify Before Testing
A practical check of provider registration, completed curriculum, and electronic reporting before a state appointment.
September 3, 2026 · 5 minRoadside Inspection Readiness Begins Before the Driver Leaves the Yard
Documents, vehicle condition, cargo securement, and calm communication remain the foundation of an efficient inspection.
September 2, 2026 · 5 minLabor Day Freight Travel: Why Commercial Trip Planning Needs Extra Margin
Holiday traffic, parking pressure, work zones, and changing delivery hours can turn a routine dispatch into a higher-risk trip.
September 1, 2026 · 4 minAfter Brake Safety Week: Turn Inspection Lessons Into Daily Habits
Brake-system attention should continue after an enforcement campaign ends, with defects routed promptly to qualified maintenance personnel.
August 31, 2026 · 5 minFall CDL Training Planning: Compare Schedules, Equipment, and Total Cost
Prospective students should evaluate the complete program rather than choosing from an advertised tuition number alone.
August 30, 2026 · 5 minCargo Securement Rechecks: The Safety Step Drivers Cannot Treat as Optional
Early and periodic load checks help drivers detect movement, loosened devices, or distribution problems before they become emergencies.
August 29, 2026 · 5 minHours-of-Service Planning: Legal Time Is Not the Same as a Safe Schedule
Drivers and dispatchers should account for delays, parking, fatigue, weather, and loading time before the trip begins.
August 28, 2026 · 5 minCDL Medical Status: Why Drivers Should Check the State Record, Not Only the Card
Self-certification category, examiner reporting, and state processing can affect commercial privileges even when a paper document looks current.
August 27, 2026 · 5 minBack-to-School Traffic Raises the Need for Wider Commercial-Vehicle Awareness
School buses, crossing activity, changing speed zones, and unpredictable family traffic require earlier observation and smoother decisions.
August 26, 2026 · 4 minWhat New Drivers Should Watch in Federal Compliance Updates
A plain-language checklist for reviewing official FMCSA notices without relying on social-media summaries.
August 25, 2026 · 5 minWhy Fuel-Cost Planning Still Matters for Driver Earnings
How changing fuel and surcharge conditions affect owner-operators and the job offers company drivers compare.
August 24, 2026 · 4 minEntry-Level Trucking Hiring: Skills Employers Evaluate First
Safety awareness, documentation, communication, and equipment care remain central to a strong application.
August 23, 2026 · 5 minBUILD YOUR CDL KNOWLEDGE
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