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Newsby Wayne ParhamJune 1, 2023

FMCSA, DOT Agencies Talk Automatic Emergency Braking

As Department of Transportation leaders discussed roadway safety Thursday, a key topic was mandating automated emergency braking systems — mostly related to passenger vehicles but also possibly to commercial vehicles.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseJune 1, 2023

FMCSA Launches Program to Combat Human Trafficking

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration launched a new human trafficking awareness campaign, “Your Roads, Their Freedom.”

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Newsby David CullenMay 31, 2023

Loophole Closed in Reporting Driver Drug/Alcohol Violations

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse now notifies employers if there is a change to a driver’s Clearinghouse record for up to 12 months after a pre-employment query of the system.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 31, 2023

Operation Safe Driver Week Starts Sunday

Law enforcement officers in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico will be on the lookout for commercial motor vehicle drivers and passenger vehicle drivers engaging in unsafe driving behaviors July 9-15.

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Newsby News/Media ReleaseMay 25, 2023

Brake Issues Put 11% of CMVs Out of Service in CVSA Brake Safety Day

Inspectors found brake-related critical vehicle inspection items on 11.3% of the vehicles checked during the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance’s Brake Safety Day, resulting in 773 commercial vehicles placed out of service.

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Articlesby Deborah LockridgeMay 22, 2023

Bison's Garth Pitzel on the Carrier's Safety Transformation

Bison Transport has taken home the Truckload Carriers Association safety award for large fleets for 13 years in a row — but go back a couple of decades and you would find a very different safety culture.

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Articlesby Kathy CloseMay 11, 2023

A TSA Hazmat Endorsement Security Check in 5 Steps

Getting a hazmat endorsement on a commercial driver’s license takes more than just completing entry-level driver training and passing a knowledge test.

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Articlesby Deborah LockridgeMay 11, 2023

5 Cargo Securement Articles to Prepare for CVSA Roadcheck

Cargo securement is one of two areas that is the focus of this year’s International Roadcheck. HDT rounded up articles and resources to help fleets and drivers prepare.

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Newsby David CullenMay 10, 2023

FMCSA Running Inaugural Safety Week for Truckers and All Road Users

New Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration safety-observance event launches alongside two national public awareness campaigns promoting safe driving practices among road users, including truck drivers.

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Newsby David CullenMay 5, 2023

House Bill to Thwart Truck Speed-Limiters Not Likely to Gain Traction

New House bill that aims to sink FMCSA plan to mandate speed-limiters on trucks is not likely to become law.

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