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Videosby StaffFebruary 11, 2022

Top Trucking News Stories of January 2022

Get updates and insights on the top trucking news from January 2022 with HDT Editor in Chief Deborah Lockridge and Managing Editor Vesna Brajkovic on this episode of HDT Talks Trucking.

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Newsby StaffFebruary 8, 2022

Entry-Level Driver Training Registry Now Available

Despite some concerns that it might not be ready by the deadline, the FMCSA's Training Provider Registry for the new entry-level driver training standards is now active.

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Articlesby David CullenFebruary 2, 2022

Scoping out the 2022 Regulatory Landscape for Trucking

Is the Biden administration too busy dealing with supply-chain issues and pushing the White House policy agenda on Capitol Hill to spare much attention for trucking regulation?

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeJanuary 21, 2022

New Alternative Vision Standard for Commercial Drivers

After years of issuing exemptions on an individual basis for commercial drivers with poor or no vision in one eye, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has adopted a new program for such drivers to become qualified.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeJanuary 19, 2022

New Chief Named for FMCSA

The U.S. Department of Transportation has named a new deputy administrator for the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration to replace the departing Meera Joshi.

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Newsby StaffJanuary 14, 2022

DOT, DOL Expand Trucking Apprenticeships, Add Driver Boards

The U.S. Department of Transportation and the Department of Labor announced next steps on several new initiatives that will support drivers and improve driver retention while expanding access to driving jobs.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeJanuary 7, 2022

Younger Driver Pilot Program: DOT Takes First Steps

The Biden administration is trying to fast-track a new pilot program to bring younger drivers into the trucking industry through an apprenticeship program.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeDecember 20, 2021

FMCSA Chief Joshi Leaving for NYC Deputy Mayor Job

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration remains without a confirmed administrator with news that Deputy Administrator Meera Joshi is leaving the position to work for New York City's new mayor.

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Articlesby StaffDecember 20, 2021

How to Build a Safety Culture at Your Trucking Fleet

What are your chances of being hit with a nuclear verdict? A bad FMCSA audit? Or skyrocketing insurance rates? Pretty high if your trucking fleet forgets to put safety first. Learn how to build a culture of safety at your company.

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Newsby Deborah LockridgeDecember 16, 2021

Biden Administration Plan to Help Trucking Recruit, Retain New Drivers

The Biden administration announced a series of short- and long-term initiatives to address the truck driver shortage, including launching a pilot program for younger drivers and making it easier for trucking companies to use the Registered Apprenticeship program.

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